Planning Engineer

Actemium Emirates Projects (AEP), an operational entity of Cegelec Abu Dhabi, is a specialized engineering and contracting business unit focused on electrical, instrumentation, and control systems projects for the Oil & Gas industry. From initial design through to construction and commissioning, AEP delivers end-to-end solutions tailored to the sector’s technical and operational demands.

Active in Abu Dhabi and the Oil & Gas sector since 1980, AEP has successfully executed a wide range of projects, either directly for ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company) subsidiaries or as a specialized subcontractor supporting major contractors.

Actemium Emirates Projects benefits from the expertise, resources, and international network of VINCI Energies. Our team is composed of experienced project managers, skilled engineers, and a strong in-house construction workforce — all committed to delivering reliable, agile, and locally adapted solutions, while embracing a dynamic approach to innovation and sustainable performance.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Planning Engineer to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi.

Role & Responsibilities

• Prepare the Master and Construction schedule (as part of the Planning Package).
• Perform critical path analysis.
• Establish a Progress Measurement System (PMS) and prepare Deliverable Status Registers.
• Prepare the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Generate analysis reports, S-curves, and narrative reports for client and management review.
• Conversant in Schedule Risk Analysis using Deltek Acumen / Primavera Risk Analysis
• Generate Monthly (MPR), Weekly (WPR), and Daily (DPR) reports on operational activities.
• Prepare look-ahead schedules.
• Monitor and update the project schedule on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Develop and update resource histograms weekly or monthly as required.
• Prepare a recovery schedule to catch up on the completion date as required.
• Study and analyze planned progress versus actual progress.
• Prepare tender/Bid schedules.
• Prepare Progress Payment Certificates (PPC).
• Produce Project Planning closeout reports and perform Productivity calculations as required.
• Prepare project claims and extensions of time (EOT) as required.
• Coordinate work between interdisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
  

Experience Required

• Minimum of 5-8 years of overall experience in handling EPC Oil & Gas Projects
• Hands-on experience in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project financing and cost control principles
• Previous ADNOC experience
  
  

Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  
  

Why join us ?

Our DNA: Trust, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Solidarity, Autonomy, Responsibility

Joining us means becoming part of a large group while enjoying the agility and warmth of a human-sized company!

A personalized onboarding journey from day one, with tailored career follow-up

Opportunities for growth, training, and mobility within a fast-growing international group

Close and supportive management

Recognition of employee performance through a company savings plan

Pride in shared achievements

Respect for the environment and local communities in the countries where we operate (Human Rights Guide)

Commitment to the health and safety of our employees

At VINCI Energies Oil & Gas, CSR initiatives are deeply embedded in our activities, our ways of working, and ultimately, in our DNA