Overview
Construction Project Planner Jobs in Abu Dhabi at LUCKY FABRICATORS STEEL CONSTRUCTION FZE LLC
About the Role
Litco Industries is hiring a Construction Project Planner to manage scheduling and progress control across our construction projects. This role sits within the project controls function, working closely with site teams to keep projects tracking against plan from mobilization through to completion.
Responsibilities
- Develop project schedules in Primavera P6 covering all phases of construction, from mobilization to handover
- Break down project scope into a structured Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)
- Track actual progress against the baseline on a regular basis, updating the schedule accordingly
- Highlight schedule risks and delays to the project team as early as possible
- Build short-term look-ahead plans to guide weekly site execution
- Calculate and monitor the project’s critical path
- Generate progress reports and visual summaries (S-curves, charts) for internal and client review
- Coordinate with site engineers, subcontractors, and procurement to keep the schedule realistic and up to date
- Support the team during delay claims or Extension of Time (EOT) submissions
- Prepare manpower and resource plans aligned with the schedule
- Maintain organized records of all schedule versions and updates
- Assist with planning documentation during project closeout
Candidate Requirements
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
- 3–7 years of experience in a construction planning/scheduling role
- Proficient in Primavera P6 and MS Project
- Comfortable working with Excel for data tracking and reporting
- Prior experience on construction projects in UAE is preferred
- Good communication skills — this role requires regular coordination with site and management teams
Nice to Have
- Experience in steel structure, PEB, or industrial construction projects
- Exposure to EOT claims and delay documentation
- Primavera P6 certification
Work Location: In person
Title: Construction Project Planner
Company: LUCKY FABRICATORS STEEL CONSTRUCTION FZE LLC
Location: Abu Dhabi
