Planning Engineer

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with almost 90 years experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve peoples lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Planning Engineer to join our team for major infrastructure projects in Dubai. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and updating project schedules, ensuring compliance with client requirements, and supporting project teams in achieving timely and efficient delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop baseline programmes in line with project scope, specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Monitor and update project schedules, tracking progress against key milestones.
• Analyse schedule delays, disruptions, and variances, and recommend mitigation measures.
• Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports in compliance with reporting formats.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to gather schedule data and provide planning support.
• Coordinate with client representatives to ensure approval of schedules, extensions of time (EOTs), and project reporting requirements.
• Integrate cost and resource loading into project schedules where applicable.
• Conduct critical path analysis and advise the project team on key schedule risks.
• Ensure planning and scheduling activities align with RTA guidelines and procedures.
• Support tender submissions with detailed planning inputs and resource allocation strategies.
  
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• PMP, PSP, or equivalent certification is an advantage.
• Experience
• Minimum 10 years’ experience as a Planning Engineer in infrastructure or road projects.
• Proven track record in RTA-approved projects within Dubai.
• Experience in handling RTA processes, approvals, and reporting formats.
  
  
  

• Proficiency in Primavera and MS Project.
• Strong understanding of project controls, critical path analysis, and earned value management (EVM).
• Familiarity with RTA project standards, codes, and documentation requirements.
  
  
  

• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.