{"id":2166443,"url":"https://alion.io/job/al-rostamani-group-sr-planning-engineer-mep","title":"Sr.Planning Engineer - MEP","company":{"id":67258,"name":"Al Rostamani Group","domain":"alrostamanigroup.ae","url":"https://alion.io/company/alrostamanigroup","size_band":"501-1000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":null},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Dubai, United Arab Emirates"],"countries":["AE"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":{"min_usd":32000,"max_usd":72000,"period":"year","method":"role_seniority_country_remote_cell","sample_n":8},"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Project","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-08-12T07:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-08-12","last_verified_at":"2026-10-19T14:54:30Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":68,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":68},"description":"Every employee at Al Rostamani Group plays a role in making a real difference to the business and our customers. We care for our employees by offering them meaningful and purposeful work and an opportunity to grow, learn, contribute and succeed. Today, the Al Rostamani Group has come a long way since its birth in 1957. Our group has grown steadfastly with the guiding principles of Commitment, Care & Vision, alongside a strong sense of active involvement in the community. We are a well-diversified group, with a key presence in industries such as General Trading, Automobiles and Heavy Equipment, Travel, Foreign Exchange, Financial Services, Property Management, Construction, Infrastructure Development and Information Technology Services. Our Group employs approximately 2000 people from 41 different nationalities, which contributes to our multicultural and multi-national environment.\nEmirates Electrical Engineering is a specialized business platform that provides comprehensive turnkey solutions combining development, financing, construction and operation of solar rooftops for commercial and industrial building in the UAE, also a responsive and flexible organization dedicated for the design and construction of turnkey electrical power projects such as High Voltage Substations, Cable Networks and Transmission Lines.\nJob Purpose\nThe Planning Engineer - MEP is responsible for planning, scheduling, and monitoring mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems for construction projects. The role involves working closely with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure that MEP systems are installed according to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards. The Planning Engineer - MEP will prepare detailed project schedules, track progress, identify potential delays, and develop strategies to keep the project on track, utilizing Primavera for effective schedule management.\nJob Responsibilities\nProject Scheduling & Planning\nDevelop, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules in Primavera P6 covering MEP installation, testing, commissioning, and handover.\nCoordinate with design, procurement, and construction teams to ensure accurate activity sequencing.\nMonitor MEP progress against approved milestones and timelines.\nEnsure schedules comply with client requirements and project specifications.\nResource Planning & Coordination\nCoordinate with departments to ensure timely availability of MEP materials, equipment, and manpower.\nForecast and allocate resources efficiently to prevent delays.\nTrack resource utilization and performance in Primavera P6.\nEnsure MEP site activities comply with safety policies and industry standards.\nMonitoring & Reporting\nMonitor MEP progress and issue weekly and monthly reports via Primavera P6.\nIdentify schedule delays or issues and implement corrective actions.\nPrepare status reports for senior management and stakeholders, highlighting risks and mitigation measures.\nTrack KPIs to ensure timely completion of MEP systems.\nChange Management\nIdentify, assess, and incorporate schedule changes into Primavera P6.\nAnalyze the impact of changes on MEP timelines and costs and advise the Project Manager.\nEnsure all changes are properly documented and communicated.\nCost Control & Budget Monitoring\nSupport preparation of MEP-related budgets and monitor expenditures.\nCoordinate with procurement to control costs and ensure cost-effective MEP execution.\nReport budget variances and assist in resolving cost-related issues.\nRisk Management\nIdentify MEP-related risks and develop mitigation strategies to avoid delays and cost overruns.\nManage risks related to material delivery, labor availability, and site constraints.\nSupport development of contingency plans and timely issue resolution.\nCollaboration & Communication\nCoordinate with MEP engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure smooth execution.\nMaintain regular communication with clients, consultants, and project teams to align schedules with project objectives.\nParticipate in project meetings and contribute to resolving scheduling conflicts.\nDocumentation & Handover\nMaintain accurate planning records, schedules, reports, and change logs in Primavera P6.\nPrepare final scheduling and progress reports for project handover.\nSupport project closeout to ensure complete documentation and timely MEP system handover.\nJob Requirements\nEducation:\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Civil Engineering, or a related field.\nAdditional certification in project management or planning (e.g., PMP, Primavera) is a plus.\nExperience:\n5+ years of experience in planning and scheduling, with a focus on MEP systems in construction projects.\nExperience with large-scale commercial, residential, or industrial projects is preferred.\nStrong understanding of MEP systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire-fighting systems.\nSkills:\nProject Scheduling & Planning - Expertise in preparing, monitoring, and updating project schedules using software like Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or other planning tools.\nTime Management - Proficient in setting up project milestones, creating timelines, and ensuring that the project adheres to set deadlines, while adjusting for any delays.\nCost Control & Budget Management - Knowledge of tracking project costs, managing budgets, and ensuring the project stays within financial constraints. Ability to forecast potential cost overruns.\nResource Allocation - Ability to plan and optimize the use of resources (labor, materials, machinery) to ensure effective project delivery.\nRisk Analysis & Mitigation - Identifying potential risks in the project schedule, proposing mitigation measures, and updating plans to address issues.\nProgress Monitoring & Reporting - Ability to track and report on the progress of the project, analyzing variances and providing timely updates to management and stakeholders.\nChange Management - Handling changes in project scope, timelines, or costs and updating the schedules accordingly, including evaluating the impact of changes.\nConstruction Methods & Techniques - Understanding of construction techniques and processes, enabling accurate planning of project schedules and resource utilization.\nContractor Coordination - Ability to coordinate with contractors and subcontractors to ensure that all activities are on track and aligned with the project plan.\nCompliance & Standards - Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards to ensure compliance while planning and executing projects.•\nCertifications:\nCertification in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar software is required.\nPMP certification or equivalent project management certification is an advantage.\nThis position is part of our talent pooling initiative to build a pipeline of qualified candidates for future openings.\nAt Al Rostamani Group, we seek talented people who work hard to achieve great things. We consider not only your skills and experience, but also your passion for the role, your desire to learn and how well you align with our core values of care, commitment and vision. 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