Planning Engineer (Infrastructures)

Overview

Plan and schedule infrastructure projects, manage timelines, analyze delays, and report progress.

Key Responsibilities

• master schedule
• schedule tracking
• delay analysis
• client coordination
• progress reporting
• what‑if analysis

Tasks

-Validation of compatibility of project resources for timely completion of the project. -Develop a Master Schedule integrating multiple packages considering their interdependencies to identify and reflect the impact of one schedule/project on others. -Preparation of Trackers / Logs to monitor critical issues during the Design and Construction stages of the Project. -Coordination with the Client to finalize the contractor’s programs, reports, and claims. -Discuss, coordinate, and resolve the planning and scheduling problems with the contractor and the Employer. -Exercise “What if” analysis to assess the time impact of each change, variation, and potential event at an early stage and provide alternative courses of action & advice before issuing instructions to contractors. -Issue delay notices for the contractor’s culpable delay and/or slow performance letters recording areas where the contractor’s performance is behind the schedule. -Evaluate & verify the planning and scheduling information from the updated / progress schedules. Identify the potential areas of delay/slippage, highlight the critical events & suggest mitigation measures / corrective actions. -Review and convey the Engineer’s consent to the Contractors’ Baseline schedule of works in line with Contract conditions, and using Parsons Recommended Practices -Attending various meetings including kick-off, technical, service coordination, progress review, etc. providing valuable inputs, and preparing concise & precise minutes of meetings. -Prepare regular progress reports / monthly reports with program analysis and recommendations, addressing program issues to ensure timely project completion, and preparing presentations regarding the work's progress concerning interim and major milestones. -Agree on the progress measurement system (PMS) and key indicators with the consultants/contractors during the project for monitoring purposes.

Requirements

• primavera p6
• civil engineering
• 10+ years
• registered engineer
• delay analysis
• communication

What You Bring

-Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from a recognized university/ institution. -Minimum 10 years of experience in planning and scheduling relevant Infrastructure projects related Roads, Storm water, sewerage networks, Street lighting, etc. -Good written and oral communication skills in English. -Ability to communicate clearly to conduct presentations to management and interface effectively with a diverse group of professionals. Provide the reasoned & analytic response to the contractor notices and detailed particulars using programming data, sound construction practices, and contractual provisions. -Registered as practicing engineer’s in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi or UAE Equivalency Certificate is preferred. -Proficiency in scheduling software, particularly Primavera P6. -Proper record keeping of project contemporary records. -Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations. -Detailed assessment of the claims including Extension of Time, Disruption, etc. using leading delay analysis methodologies including time impact analysis & window analysis with the strong skill to demonstrate the contractor’s concurrent delay. -Ability to use good judgment and work with others is required.

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About Parsons Corporation

-Over decades it expanded into oil, petrochemical, water and infrastructure projects across the US and globally. -It leverages digital tools such as AI platforms, utility data systems, and drone integration alongside traditional design and construction. -Parsons completed high‑profile projects like major bridge, tunnel, and transit works. -Specializing in transportation, energy, environmental remediation, urban development, industrial, and cybersecurity projects. -The firm has delivered hundreds of mega‑projects worldwide, including infrastructure in the Middle East and environmental cleanup contracts.

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