Planning Engineer

Job Summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Planning Engineer for a major Roads and Bridges project located in Dubai. This position will be site based in charge of a package (project) responsible for providing planning and scheduling support and assistance to Project Managers and other Project team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Works with the company financial and cornerstone systems and processes.  
• Applies financial terminology, measures, financial data analysis concepts and principles in assignments.
• Recognizes processes/project actions that may lead to project financial impact.
• Develops and maintains WBS for small projects. 
• Assists in the use of drawings and specifications in the establishment of project baseline data. 
• Begins basic analysis of cost and schedule variances.
• Develops knowledge of accounting principles.   
• Assists in assembling data for trending and forecasting.
• Understands progress/performance data and associated concepts and principles. Participates in the collection of progress data and review of performance trends.
• Familiar with earned value, scope control and change management concepts, principles and methodologies. 
• Collects data and produces an initial analysis on manpower, labor hour, and labor cost requirements versus budget limitations. 
• Collects and analyzes data for tracking actual cost to funding limitations. 
• Provides support to tracking purchase order and subcontract commitments and expenditures.
• Familiar with the concepts and principles of project revenue and cost.
• Exposure to basic scheduling and cost baseline fundamentals, concepts and principles.
• Introduced to performance management and cost/schedule integration concepts and principles.
• Develops knowledge of scope control and change management.
• Supports project reporting process as required.  
• May participate in project cost review meetings.

Minimum Qualification

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in the Planning / Project Controls field is required. Applicants would ideally have worked on major programs in  transport.
• Advanced knowledge of ORACLE Primavera P6 Project Management Software.
• Ability to develop, monitor, and control schedules.
• Hands-on working knowledge of WBS coding structure, cost /schedule variance analysis,
• Earned Value Management (EVMS), project trend, contract change and claims.
• Working knowledge of Time Impact Analysis techniques.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.