PMC Site Senior Planning Engineer

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  • Abu Dhabi
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • Just now
Job Category: Project ControlJob Description:Wood is currently recruiting for an experienced PMC Site Senior Planning Engineer for our client in Abu Dhabi as part of our Construction Engineering team within our Oil, Gas & New Energies business.Due to the nature of the projects and client expectation, the position will be based at onshore site in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.Our Clients and ProjectsDesigning the future. Transforming the worldWood's 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
Responsibilities:
  • Develop, maintain, and update detailed EPC project schedules (Level 3 & 4).
  • Prepare integrated master schedules covering engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up.
  • Establish Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in coordination with engineering and construction teams.
  • Review and approve contractor baseline schedules.
  • Perform schedule risk analysis and mitigation planning.
  • Monitor project progress and productivity against approved baseline.
  • Conduct critical path analysis and identify potential delays.
  • Review contractor progress reports and validate physical progress.
  • Prepare internal and client progress reports (weekly & monthly).
  • Track key milestones and ensure timely achievement.
  • Perform Extension of Time (EOT) assessments.
  • Conduct delay analysis (Time Impact Analysis, Window Analysis, etc.).
  • Evaluate contractor claims related to time and planning.
  • Provide recommendations on mitigation and recovery plans.
  • Interface with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams.
  • Participate in progress review meetings with contractors.
  • Coordinate with cost control team for integrated reporting.
  • Ensure alignment with ADNOC project governance procedures.
  • Identify schedule risks and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Support quantitative schedule risk assessments.
  • Maintain risk-adjusted schedules when required.
Qualifications:What makes you remarkableAt Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.Expected:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Civil / Electrical / Chemical).
  • PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
  • Primavera P6 advanced proficiency (mandatory).
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in oil & gas EPC projects.
  • Minimum 5 years in PMC role (preferably in ADNOC group projects).
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 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people.Diversity StatementWe 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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