Planning Engineer

Overview

Plan and control schedules for large infrastructure projects in Ras Al Khaimah.

Key Responsibilities

• impact analysis
• master schedule
• tracker logs
• progress metrics
• delay mitigation
• client coordination

Tasks

-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. -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 -Review and convey Engineer’s consent to the Contractors’ Baseline schedule of works in line with Contract conditions, and using Parsons Recommended Practices -Validation of compatibility of project resources for timely completion of the project -Preparation of Trackers / Logs to monitor critical issues during the Design and Construction stages of the Project. -Attending various meetings including kick-off, technical, service coordination, progress review, etc, providing valuable inputs, and preparing concise & precise minutes of meetings. -Agree on the progress measurement system (PMS) and key indicators with the consultants/contractors during the project for monitoring purposes. -Coordination with the Client to finalize the contractor’s programs, reports, and claims. -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. -Develop a Master Schedule integrating multiple packages considering their interdependencies to identify and reflect the impact of one schedule/project on others. -Discuss, coordinate, and resolve the planning and scheduling problems with the contractor and the Employer. -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

Requirements

• 10+ yrs
• primavera
• bachelor
• infrastructure
• delay analysis
• communication

What You Bring

-Proper record keeping of project contemporary records -Minimum of 10 years of experience in planning and scheduling for large-scale infrastructure projects (such as utilities, roads, landscaping, and structures) — preferably within community development projects in the Gulf region. -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. -Good written and verbal communication skills. -Proven background in infrastructure and utilities planning, with a solid understanding of the construction industry’s processes, coordination, and interface requirements. -Proficient in Primavera P6 and other scheduling tools. -Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management from a recognized institution. -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. -In-depth knowledge of industry standards, best practices, and regulations.

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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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