Sr. Planning Engineer

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Company:                           KBR-Abu Dhabi
Location:                             Abu Dhabi
Experience Required:    15+ years

Employment Type:          Full-time, Contract

About Company

"Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."

Job Purpose

The Program Senior Planning Engineer will oversee the entire Project planning, scheduling, progress reporting process.

This is a PMC role, and there will be multiple Supervision Consultants and EPC`s appointed directly by the Client. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all planning and scheduling requirements on the large-scale power and water transmission projects in Abu Dhabi. This role involves strategic planning, resource management, and collaboration with various stakeholders to meet project objectives, timelines, and budget constraints.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the planning, scheduling, and programming of the overall Project to ensure completion on or before the programmed due date.
• Responsible to prepare a Master Programme that shows all aspects of the Project required to be managed, from Design, procurement, approvals and construction through to completion, testing and commissioning, handover, and completion of all contractual obligations under the respective contracts/agreements, including the Defects Liability Period.
• Responsible for ensuring that all Contracted Parties prepare the various programmes required of them, including but not limited to Design Programme, Procurement Programme, Submittal Programme, Construction Programme, 4 week and 2 week Look-ahead Programme, Recovery/Mitigation Programme, and the like and shall thoroughly review those programmes for incorporation into and compliance with the Project Master Programme following the EMPLOYER guidelines & specifications.
• Shall prepare and distribute Progress Reports weekly and monthly, or as required by the Client, that shall compare actual progress with scheduled progress for the overall project.
•  Manage all Contracted Parties for adherence to the current approved programmes, forecast any potential delays, advise on means of recovery/mitigation measures and make recommendations for Extensions of Time claims or penalties in the case of delays, in accordance with the requirements of the relevant contracts, for the Client’s consideration.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders, including clients, supervision consultants, contractors, vendors and regulatory authorities to ensure alignment and compliance with project specifications and regulations.
• Oversee the development and implementation of project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Provide leadership and direction to project teams, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor project progress and performance, implementing corrective actions as necessary to address any deviations from the project plan.
• Prepare and present regular project reports to senior management and the client, detailing progress, challenges and solutions, commercial status, risks etc.
• Ensure effective risk management strategies are in place to mitigate potential project risks and issues.
• Guide and mentor project team members, promoting professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Foster strong relationships with clients and other stakeholders to maintain project support and mitigate any concerns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• 10+ years of experience in projects, specifically in large power and water distribution programmes.
• Proven experience in a similar role on programmes with a similar scope.

Technical Skills

• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Proficiency in project scheduling and resource management.

Soft Skills

• Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach to risk management and conflict resolution.