Planning & Cost Control Engineer in Dubai - United Arab Emirates (UAE) Experience: 3 - 8 yrs. | Opening: 1 Education:Bachelor of Technology/Engineering Nationality: Any Arab National, Any Nationality Industry Type:Industrial Products / Heavy Machinery Functional Area:Engineering Oct 22,2024 Apply Now Job Description Technical knowledge of Project management & PlanningDevelop and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones and deliverables.Analyze project cost data and provide forecasts, identifying potential variances and proposing corrective actions.Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment on project scope and timelines.Utilize advanced scheduling software to create visual representations of project timelines and progress.Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for management, summarizing project status and performance metrics.Conduct risk assessments and implement risk mitigation strategies to manage schedule and budget uncertainties.Facilitate regular project meetings to discuss progress, challenges, and solutions with the project team.Monitor resource allocation and productivity, ensuring optimal use of manpower and materials.Implement best practices in cost control and scheduling methodologies to improve project efficiency.Stay updated with industry trends and tools, continuously seeking improvements in planning and cost management processes. Desired Candidate Profile Previous experience in project planning , monitoring & controllingPrevious experience in Cost management & Earned Value calculationsExperience in tracking & reporting the projectsTechnical knowledge in preparing projects balance sheets to control the project costBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, with a strong analytical focus.Minimum of 5 years of experience in planning and cost control within the construction or engineering sectors.Proven experience with project management software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project for effective scheduling.Certification in Project Management (PMP) or Cost Engineering (CCE) is highly preferred for credibility.Hands-on experience in managing budgets and understanding financial statements to drive cost efficiency.Strong proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools to manipulate and interpret complex cost data.Exceptional communication skills to articulate project details and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.Proactive problem-solving abilities, demonstrating resilience and adaptability in dynamic project environments. Keyword: Cost Management,Risk Analysis,Project Controls Engineer,Budget Forecasting,Cost Estimation Engineer,Project Scheduling,Cost Analyst,project planning,Earned Value Analysis,Project Planning Control,Primavera P6,ERF Apply Now
