Project Planning Engineer – Civil

Al Khor, Qatar

About the Opportunity

We are recruiting for a diversified business conglomerate headquartered in Doha, Qatar, with strong operations across multiple sectors including Oil & Gas, Construction, Industrial Services, Trading, and Logistics. For over three decades, this organization has established itself as a trusted partner in delivering large-scale engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects, playing a key role in the development of infrastructure and energy projects throughout the region.

Compensation Package

Salary: QAR 8,000 per month

The Role

The Project Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules to ensure the timely completion of all phases of civil and EPC projects. This role requires close coordination with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to support effective project execution.

Key Responsibilities

Schedule Development & Management

• Develop and maintain the overall project master schedule, including detailed Work Breakdown Structures (WBS)
• Create comprehensive planning frameworks that integrate all project phases and activities
• Establish baseline schedules and maintain version control throughout project lifecycle

Progress Monitoring & Control

• Monitor project progress systematically, identifying critical path activities and potential delays
• Conduct regular schedule updates based on actual progress and field conditions
• Track milestone achievements and flag deviations from planned timelines

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and issue various planning reports including progress reports, S-curves, and look-ahead schedules
• Generate accurate and timely project status updates for stakeholders
• Develop visual representations of project progress and forecasts

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction departments to gather data and update schedules
• Facilitate communication between project teams to ensure alignment on timelines and deliverables
• Support resource allocation planning across multiple project phases

Analysis & Forecasting

• Conduct schedule analysis and earned value management (EVM) to provide accurate forecasts for project completion
• Perform what-if scenario analysis to assess impact of potential changes
• Generate performance metrics and trend analysis for project controls

Problem Resolution

• Identify and analyze schedule variances, recommending corrective actions to the Project Manager
• Troubleshoot and resolve construction-related issues impacting project timelines
• Develop recovery plans and mitigation strategies for schedule delays

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• 5-8 years of relevant experience in project planning and scheduling
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Qatar or GCC countries
• Strong background in EPC projects within oil & gas, petrochemical, or infrastructure sectors
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 (essential)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project (essential)

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage complex project schedules
• Understanding of construction methodologies and sequences
• Knowledge of earned value management principles
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving schedule conflicts

Technical Skills

• Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 for schedule development and resource management
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and MS Office Suite
• Understanding of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and critical path methodology
• Experience with progress measurement and reporting techniques
• Familiarity with EPC project delivery processes

Why This Opportunity?

Join a well-established conglomerate with a proven track record in delivering major infrastructure and energy projects across Qatar and the region. This role offers the opportunity to work on significant EPC projects while developing your expertise in project controls within a dynamic, multi-sector organization that values quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.