Egis Group · Dubai, Dubai · Ref: 30092680
Website Egis Group
Employer posting date: 15 Sep 2026
Job details
Job overview
Egis Group is recruiting a Planning Engineer in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The active official vacancy, reference REF14688H, supports construction, infrastructure, engineering or site-delivery work within Strategy/Planning.
Role purpose: We are looking for a qualified and experienced Planning Engineer to manage large scale Etihad Rail Project mainly Bridges and Infrastructure Construction Projects i n Dubai, UAE.
Delivery scope: We are looking for a qualified and experienced Planning Engineer to manage large scale Etihad Rail Project mainly Bridges and Infrastructure Construction Projects i n Dubai, UAE.; The ideal candidate must have bachelor's degree in engineering with minimum of 7 years of experience in their discipline with at least 5 years acting in the proposed role on similar projects of similar size and complexity in UAE.; Must have been involved in at least 2 Projects within the Emirates of Dubai in the last 5 years.; Must have good English language skills and have a strong working knowledge of Dubai Authorities procedures and standards .; The Planning Engineer will be responsible for preparing project schedules and reports, mitigation and/ or revised schedules, tracking progress, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring timely delivery in compliance with client and authority requirements and etc.; Develop, update, and monitor detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 as must skills and MS Project as additional skills, covering all construction phases from mobilization to handover.; Full planning skills in preparation Cost loaded Program, Resource loaded Program, Change Log, KPI, EOT's and..etc.; Coordinate with site engineers, procurement, and subcontractors to ensure alignment with the baseline schedule as well as to identify any major risks along with action plan in line with management directions.; Prepare look-ahead programs, progress reports, Mitigation plans, crushed plans and recovery plans in case of delays.; Conduct regular site visits and any required visits to verify actual progress against planned timelines in UAE.
Candidate profile: Must have experience in Bridges and Infrastructure construction projects. ; Bachelor's degree Engineer with minimum of 7 years of experience in their discipline with at least 5 years acting in the proposed role on similar projects of similar size and complexity in the UAE. Must have been involved in at least 2 Projects within the Emirates of Dubai in the last 5 years. ; Proven experience working with similar projects , familiar with their procedures, submittals, and reporting formats and etc.; Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 , MS Office Suite .; Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project workflows.; Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.; Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.; Must have good English language skills. ;
Workplace and engagement: Full Time, onsite, based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Salary, closing date and visa sponsorship are not disclosed by the employer.

Responsibilities
- We are looking for a qualified and experienced Planning Engineer to manage large scale Etihad Rail Project mainly Bridges and Infrastructure Construction Projects i n Dubai, UAE.
- The ideal candidate must have bachelor's degree in engineering with minimum of 7 years of experience in their discipline with at least 5 years acting in the proposed role on similar projects of similar size and complexity in UAE.
- Must have been involved in at least 2 Projects within the Emirates of Dubai in the last 5 years.
- Must have good English language skills and have a strong working knowledge of Dubai Authorities procedures and standards .
- The Planning Engineer will be responsible for preparing project schedules and reports, mitigation and/ or revised schedules, tracking progress, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring timely delivery in compliance with client and authority requirements and etc.
- Develop, update, and monitor detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 as must skills and MS Project as additional skills, covering all construction phases from mobilization to handover.
- Full planning skills in preparation Cost loaded Program, Resource loaded Program, Change Log, KPI, EOT's and..etc.
- Coordinate with site engineers, procurement, and subcontractors to ensure alignment with the baseline schedule as well as to identify any major risks along with action plan in line with management directions.
- Prepare look-ahead programs, progress reports, Mitigation plans, crushed plans and recovery plans in case of delays.
- Conduct regular site visits and any required visits to verify actual progress against planned timelines in UAE.
Requirements
- Must have experience in Bridges and Infrastructure construction projects.
- Bachelor's degree Engineer with minimum of 7 years of experience in their discipline with at least 5 years acting in the proposed role on similar projects of similar size and complexity in the UAE. Must have been involved in at least 2 Projects within the Emirates of Dubai in the last 5 years.
- Proven experience working with similar projects , familiar with their procedures, submittals, and reporting formats and etc.
- Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 , MS Office Suite .
- Strong understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and project workflows.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Must have good English language skills.

Skills
- Project planning
- Scheduling
- Primavera P6
- Document control
- Contract management
- Cost control
- Bridge engineering
- Stakeholder management
About Egis Group
With over 50 years of excellence, Waagner Biro Bridge Services is a leader in construction engineering across Dubai and the UAE. We specialise in innovative solutions for bridge systems, steel structures, and infrastructure projects, serving both government and private sectors.; Backed by a skilled team of engineers, we handle every stage, from design to construction and maintenance, with precision and quality. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability drives us to deliver projects that stand the test of time;

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