Planner - Site

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Planner to support project execution through effective planning and scheduling practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project controls, with a minimum of 13 years of relevant experience in planning and scheduling within large-scale industrial or infrastructure projects.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Woods Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation.

We are the market - leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory. 

Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business 
• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market 
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5 - year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests 
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession 
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field
  
  

The Key Objectives For This Role Are

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera and other scheduling tools.
• Perform logic and Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis to ensure schedule integrity.
• Apply resource loading and leveling techniques to optimize manpower and equipment utilization.
• Support the development and maintenance of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS).
• Prepare and update progress measurement systems, staffing plans, and resource histograms.
• Conduct earned value analysis and report on cost and schedule variances and trends.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure alignment of planning activities.
• Support risk analysis and change control processes through schedule impact assessments.
• Maintain accurate project records, reports, and dashboards for internal and client reporting.
  
  

Responsibilities

Executing Assigned Scopes of Work:

• Participate as a key team member in specific phases of broader project planning and control assignments.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of planning documentation for assigned scopes of work.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective completion of assigned planning tasks within project constraints.
• Contribute to defining planning strategies, scheduling methodologies, and work execution plans.
• Evaluate planning-related challenges, organize investigations, and establish performance benchmarks for project deliverables.
• Review and validate planning inputs such as engineering deliverables, schedules, and resource plans.
• Support and mentor junior planning professionals, promoting knowledge sharing and development.
• Ensure compliance with discipline-specific procedures and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in audits, incident investigations, and ensure alignment with HSSE and quality standards.
• Perform complex planning tasks related to specific project units or phases.
• Attend site visits, project review meetings, design reviews, and planning workshops as required.
• Organize and actively participate in design and schedule review sessions to ensure alignment with project goals.
  
  

Providing Discipline Expertise

• Develops innovative planning solutions by applying professional judgment and adapting existing methodologies to new challenges.
• Modifies established planning guidelines and devises new approaches to meet complex project requirements.
• Serves as a key contributor or technical lead on major planning and scheduling challenges within the project.
• Regularly applies creativity and strategic thinking to resolve complex planning issues and optimize project outcomes.
• Formulates planning strategies based on industry standards, experience, and analytical insight.
• Anticipates potential scheduling or resource-related issues and proactively implements mitigation strategies.
• Provides expert-level input on planning aspects of proposals, including schedules, resource plans, and risk assessments.
• Understands client objectives and translates them into effective planning solutions aligned with project goals.
• Offers technical guidance and mentorship to junior planning staff and cross-functional teams.
• Participates in the development of planning tools, templates, and procedures to enhance project control capabilities.
  
  

Supporting And Supervising Task Delegation To Team

• May supervise a small team of planning or technical staff, providing guidance and oversight with support from senior management.
• Assist in managerial responsibilities such as:
• Delegating planning tasks to team members
• Coordinating portions of planning and scheduling work
• Preparing scopes of work, schedules, and budget estimates
• Participating in project meetings and supporting the development of junior staff
• Collaborate with senior engineers and project leads to align priorities and assess the impact of planning decisions on other disciplines.
• Approve and monitor work schedules, and recommend additional resources or specialized tools as needed.
• Commit to project timelines, resource planning, and staffing requirements to meet project goals.
• Coordinate planning activities across engineering and design teams for small to mid-sized site projects.
• Contribute to the development of project timelines, deliverables, and work breakdowns.
• May manage one or more small-scale projects, with responsibility for cost control, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Ensure compliance with HSSE (Health, Safety, Security & Environment) standards, both on-site and in planning deliverables, including technical and design safety requirements.
  

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant technical or business discipline
• Equivalent vocational training and/or substantial industry experience may be considered
• Minimum 13 years of relevant planning and scheduling experience, preferably in site-based roles within large-scale industrial or oil & gas projects
• Proficient in Primavera (P6) and other scheduling software
• Strong understanding of:
• Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS)
• Project execution procedures and planning methodologies
• Resource loading, progress measurement, and staffing plans
• Earned value management, including cost and schedule variance analysis
• Change control, risk analysis, and project reporting tools
• Solid grasp of project management principles and cross-functional coordination
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
  

Required Skills And Knowledge

• Proficiency in Primavera (P6) and other planning software.
• Solid understanding of project execution procedures and planning methodologies.
• Familiarity with WBS/CBS structures and project reporting tools.
• Knowledge of earned value management and variance analysis.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
  
  

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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