Senior Planning Engineer

Company: Al Rostamani Group of Companies LLC

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.

Emirates 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.

The Senior 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 Senior Planning Engineer will prepare detailed project schedules, track progress, identify potential delays, and develop strategies to keep the project on track, utilizing Primavera P6 for effective schedule management.

Project Scheduling & Planning:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6, including timelines for all MEP systems installation, testing, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with the design, procurement, and construction teams to ensure that all activities related to MEP systems are accurately scheduled and sequenced.
• Prepare and update detailed project schedules, considering all aspects of MEP work, including procurement, installation, testing, and handover.

Resource Planning & Coordination:

• Coordinate with various departments to ensure the timely availability of materials, equipment, and labor for MEP activities.
• Forecast resource needs and allocate resources effectively to avoid delays.
• Track resource usage and performance against the project schedule in Primavera P6 to maintain efficiency and productivity.

Monitoring & Reporting:

• Continuously monitor the progress of the MEP works, providing weekly and monthly progress reports to the project management team via Primavera P6.
• Identify any issues or delays in the schedule, including those related to MEP systems, and take corrective actions as necessary.
• Prepare and issue regular status reports to senior management and stakeholders, highlighting any potential risks or delays and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and measure progress against project goals, ensuring that MEP systems are completed on time.

Change Management:

• Identify and assess any changes to the original schedule and integrate these changes into the updated project plan within Primavera P6.
• Evaluate the impact of changes to MEP systems on project timelines and costs, advising the project manager on necessary adjustments.

Cost Control & Budget Monitoring:

• Assist in preparing project budgets related to MEP systems and monitor expenses to ensure that the project remains within budget.
• Work closely with the procurement team to track costs and control project expenses, ensuring that the installation of MEP systems is cost-efficient.
• Proactively identify potential risks and issues related to the MEP systems and develop mitigation plans to minimize delays and cost overruns.
• Assist in managing risks…