Job Description/Specification:
A planning and scheduling opportunity is available in Qatar for an experienced civil engineering professional with a strong background in building construction projects. The position requires a minimum of 15 years of experience in planning and scheduling, with previous experience on Ashghal building projects being mandatory.
The role is suited to senior planning professionals who can develop project programmes, monitor construction progress, prepare management reports, and coordinate with project teams to support timely delivery. Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office is also required.
Key Responsibilities
The Planning Engineer will support project delivery by maintaining accurate schedules and monitoring progress against established programmes. The main responsibilities include:
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Preparing and maintaining project schedules for building construction projects.
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Monitoring construction progress and updating project programmes as work advances.
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Preparing weekly and monthly progress reports for project monitoring and review.
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Coordinating with project team members to help ensure timely completion of activities.
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Identifying schedule delays, assessing progress concerns, and recommending corrective actions.
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Supporting effective planning and scheduling to keep project activities aligned with delivery targets.
Strong coordination between planning and site teams is important for identifying potential delays and communicating the actions required to keep work progressing.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
Educational qualification: A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
Professional experience: At least 15 years of experience in planning and scheduling building construction projects.
Ashghal project experience: Previous experience on Ashghal building projects is mandatory. Candidates should clearly demonstrate this experience in their CV, including relevant project assignments and responsibilities.
Technical proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office. They should also have strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring.
Communication and coordination: Excellent communication and coordination skills are required to work effectively with project teams and support timely project delivery.
Essential Skills for a Planning Engineer
Senior planning professionals should be comfortable developing project programmes, maintaining schedule updates, reviewing progress, and preparing clear reports. Primavera P6 proficiency is particularly important for managing construction schedules and tracking planned versus actual progress.
The ability to identify delays and recommend corrective actions is another central requirement. Candidates should be prepared to explain how they monitor project activities, communicate scheduling concerns, and coordinate with site teams to support project milestones.
Interview Preparation Tips
Candidates should prepare examples from previous building construction projects that demonstrate their planning and scheduling experience. Be ready to discuss your use of Primavera P6, how you update programmes, and how you prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
Because Ashghal building project experience is mandatory, applicants should be prepared to describe their relevant Ashghal assignments and specific responsibilities. Examples of identifying delays, recommending corrective actions, and coordinating with project teams can also help demonstrate suitability for the role.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the salary for this position?
The advertised salary is between QAR 13,000 and QAR 16,000 per month.
2. How much experience is required?
A minimum of 15 years of experience in planning and scheduling building construction projects is required.
3. Is Ashghal experience mandatory?
Yes. Previous experience on Ashghal building projects is explicitly stated as mandatory.
4. Which software skills are required?
Candidates must be proficient in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office.
5. What educational qualification is needed?
A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or an equivalent qualification is required.
6. Is the job on-site?
Yes. The stated work location is in person.
Build Your Career in Construction Planning
This opportunity is aimed at experienced planning professionals who meet the civil engineering, project scheduling, and mandatory Ashghal building project experience requirements. Candidates should emphasize their relevant project history, Primavera P6 proficiency, reporting skills, and experience monitoring construction progress.