Planning and Control Engineer

Location: Qatar

Key Requirements: Please highlight in your CV any experience you have in high-rise buildings.

The Planning and Control Engineer is responsible for creating, monitoring, and managing project schedules, resources, and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective project completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, baselines, and execution plans
• Progress Monitoring: Track project progress against the schedule, perform variance analysis, and prepare detailed reports for stakeholders
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and opportunities, perform schedule risk analysis, and develop mitigation strategies
• Resource Allocation: Align resources with project schedules and maintain integrated resource planning systems
• Cost Control: Assist with cost control activities, identify cost trends, and support the processing of contractor claims and change orders
• Stakeholder Communication: Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and clients to resolve issues, provide updates, and ensure alignment on project goals
• Reporting: Create and present weekly, monthly, and quarterly progress reports, including graphs and critical path analyses
• Contractor Management: Review and validate contractor planning packages, monitor performance, and ensure contractual compliance

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in project planning and scheduling in the Construction Industry; experience in high-rise buildings is essential
• Certification: Certified Engineer (Unlimited Floors)
• Software Proficiency: Strong knowledge of project management software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Communication: Excellent written and oral communication skills to effectively present information and collaborate with diverse teams
• Leadership: Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Other Skills: Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a detail-oriented and proactive approach