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Senior Planning Engineer Jobs in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates at ALEC Technologies
Title: Senior Planning Engineer
Company: ALEC Technologies
Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Senior Planning Engineer – UAE
Are you an experienced planning professional with a passion for project controls, delay analysis, and programme management? Join us to help deliver some of the UAE's most iconic construction projects.
Who We Are
ALEC Engineering and Contracting L.L.C. (ALEC), part of ICD, is a leading GCC construction company known for delivering complex, high-profile projects. With 20+ years of experience, ALEC builds across sectors including airports, hospitality, retail, and high-rises.
In the UAE, ALEC has delivered many of the nation’s most iconic developments, operating as a fully integrated contractor through specialist business units that provide end-to-end construction solutions.
At ALEC Technologies, we offer a wide range of integrated technology solutions designed to meet the needs of modern environments. From ICT infrastructure and ELV systems to Audio-Visual (AV) solutions, Security Systems, and IoT & Smart Solutions, our offerings are crafted to enhance efficiency, improve safety, and deliver unique user experiences.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Planning Engineer to lead project planning and scheduling activities across major construction projects. This role is responsible for programme development, project controls, delay analysis, Extension of Time (EOT) preparation, and providing strategic planning support throughout the project lifecycle.
Your Role
- Develop and manage project baseline programme, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and milestone schedules.
- Monitor project progress and analyze performance against approved baselines.
- Identify critical path activities, programme risks, and constraints, recommending mitigation and recovery strategies.
- Prepare recovery and acceleration programme to support project delivery.
- Produce weekly and monthly progress reports, executive dashboards, S-curves, and look-ahead schedules.
- Lead delay analysis and prepare supporting documentation for Extension of Time (EOT) claims.
- Coordinate planning activities across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and subcontractor teams.
- Review and integrate subcontractor programme into the master schedule.
- Assess programme impacts arising from variations, procurement issues, and project changes.
- Facilitate planning meetings and present programme updates to clients, consultants, and senior management.
- Mentor and develop Planning Engineers and Junior Planners within the project team.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 7+ years of planning experience within large-scale construction projects.
- Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, and project scheduling techniques.
- Strong knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM), Earned Value Management (EVM), delay analysis, and EOT preparation.
- Experience supporting forensic planning, programme reviews, and construction claims.
- Good understanding of FIDIC or other standard forms of contract.
- Excellent analytical, leadership, stakeholder management, presentation, and report-writing skills.
What We Offer
- A chance to lead transformative projects in the UAE.
- A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Tax-free earnings & relocation package to the UAE
Ready to Innovate?
If you’re inspired by what you’ve read and believe you’re the right fit, we’d love to hear from you.
Join ALEC and help deliver world-class projects through exceptional planning and project controls.