Senior Planner- HSR Full-time

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Planner to lead planning and scheduling activities for a major rail project in the UAE. This role requires extensive railway infrastructure planning experience and the ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary schedules across civil works, stations, tunnels, bridges, and track installation. View more jobs in Dubai

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6 for all phases including design, procurement, construction, testing, and commissioning
• Lead planning activities for civil works, stations, tunnels, viaducts, bridges, track works, and systems integration
• Prepare baseline schedules, monthly progress reports, and look-ahead schedules
• Conduct critical path analysis and identify schedule risks and mitigation strategies
• Coordinate planning activities with joint venture partners, subcontractors, and design consultants
• Monitor and report on project progress, including earned value analysis and productivity metrics
• Prepare time impact analysis for variations, delays, and claims
• Interface with client representatives and consultants on planning and progress matters
• Develop resource-loaded schedules and cash flow projections
• Facilitate planning workshops and coordination meetings with all project stakeholders
• Ensure integration between design schedules, construction sequences, and commissioning programs
• Review and approve subcontractor schedules and ensure alignment with master schedule

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Minimum 15 years of planning experience, with at least 10 years in railway projects (high-speed rail, metro, or conventional rail)
• Proven experience in tunnel and bridge construction planning and scheduling
• Experience working on major infrastructure projects in the UAE or GCC region highly preferred
• Demonstrated experience in joint venture (JV) project environments
• Expert proficiency in Primavera P6 (Essential)
• Strong knowledge of planning methodologies, critical path method (CPM), and earned value management (EVM)
• Experience with design-build contract planning and execution
• Thorough understanding of railway construction sequences and interfaces between disciplines

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional planning certifications (PMI-SP, PSP, or equivalent)
• Bachelor degree or above in Project Management or related field
• High-speed rail project experience
• Metro or light rail project planning experience
• Experience with major infrastructure projects
• Proficiency in additional planning software (MS Project, Asta Powerproject)
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and claims management
• Multilingual capabilities

Technical Skills

• Advanced Primavera P6 (scheduling, resource management, earned value)
• Microsoft Project Suite (Excel, PowerPoint for reporting)
• Understanding of BIM/4D scheduling integration
• Time impact analysis and delay analysis methodologies
• Resource leveling and optimization techniques

Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving schedule conflicts
• Cultural awareness and ability to work effectively in multinational teams
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities