Planning Engineer

About the Company

Novaar Contracting LLC SOC is a Dubai-based contracting firm specializing in executing construction and engineering projects for various clients. The organization prioritizes efficient project delivery, meticulous quality assurance, and punctual completion of tasks. Teams work collaboratively across different disciplines to enhance planning, implementation, and monitoring efforts. Novaar fosters professional development within a well-structured and safety-focused workplace.

Role Overview

The Planning Engineer position is a full-time role located on-site in Dubai. The incumbent will be responsible for preparing and maintaining detailed project schedules, coordinating production planning activities, and tracking progress relative to key milestones. Daily duties include creating and revising work programs, evaluating project data, spotting risks or delays, and recommending corrective measures. The role entails active engagement with project managers, site personnel, and other stakeholders to ensure precise reporting, efficient resource management, and compliance with contractual deadlines.

Additional responsibilities include supporting project control systems such as progress measurement, documentation maintenance, and compiling regular status reports.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated expertise in Planning and Production Planning specifically for construction or engineering initiatives.
• Strong analytical capabilities to interpret project metrics, detect patterns, and aid informed decision-making.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with project teams, clients, and other involved parties.
• Competence in Project Control activities, including scheduling, monitoring progress, and reporting updates.
• Practical experience working as a Planning Engineer or in a related capacity within contracting, construction, or engineering settings.
• Proficiency with project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, alongside Microsoft Office applications.
• A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or an allied discipline.
• Capacity to operate on-site in Dubai while balancing multiple tasks and adhering to tight timelines.