Planning Engineer (Offshore projects)

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 30/07/2026

Responsibilities

• - Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using appropriate scheduling software.
• - Monitor project progress and update schedules to reflect actual project performance.
• - Identify and report deviations from the baseline schedule and recommend corrective actions.
• - Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineers, and other stakeholders to gather scheduling information.
• - Facilitate communication between project teams to ensure alignment on project timelines and key milestones.
• - Assist in resolving scheduling conflicts and project planning issues.
• - Analyze project schedules to identify potential delays, risks, and opportunities for schedule improvement.
• - Prepare and present schedule reports to management, highlighting key issues, progress, and recommendations.
• - Maintain accurate and complete scheduling records and project documentation.
• - Support the Project Controls Manager with planning, scheduling, and project reporting activities.
• - Ensure project schedules are aligned with project objectives and contractual milestones.
• - Provide timely scheduling information to support effective project decision-making.

Requirements

• -Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• - 4–5 years of experience as a Planning Engineer supporting Offshore or Oil & Gas projects is mandatory.
• - Professional certification such as PMP or PMI-SP is an added advantage.
• - Advanced knowledge of scheduling software such as Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project .
• - Strong understanding of project management principles and scheduling best practices.
• - Proficiency in project management tools and scheduling software.
• - Ability to analyze complex project schedules and identify potential delays and risks.
• - Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• - Ability to prepare accurate and timely schedule reports.
• - Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• - Ability to present scheduling information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

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