Senior Planning Engineer At Colas Rail

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Taking the lead in preparation of Construction Program, Working Program, Recovery Program, Short Term Look ahead Program as and when required using Primavera P6 software.
• Taking the lead in preparation of various reporting formats setting the project reporting criteria.
• Taking the lead in monitoring and controlling the progress of key activities included under engineering, procurement, construction phases; collection of data and updating of Projects Schedules (Baseline, Construction, Short Term Look ahead Program) using Primavera P6 Software.
• Awareness of all the critical issues, which affects progress of the work and reporting of these in a timely manner to Project Management.
• Taking lead in coordination and preparation of daily, weekly and monthly reports and preparation of Key Performance Indicators for all main trades / activities and cost centers as required.
• Taking the lead in preparation of the Extension of Time Program by means of utilizing required analyzing methods using Primavera P6 software.
• Improving construction management knowledge of the planning and construction teams.

Qualifications/Experience Required

• Education:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

Masters/MBA or PMP is a plus.

Experience 6+ years’ experience in the Planning Department within Rail/Construction, or similar field.

Must be innovative, detail-oriented, experienced in highly visible/controversial projects

Capable of managing multiple high-priority assignments

Very good interpersonal skills to develop good working relationships with staff, officials and stakeholders and to resolve complaints

Very good analytical skills to interpret research data for reports and apply mathematic techniques in practical situations

Reading comprehension to understand technical and legal materials.

Ability to work on several projects or issues simultaneously

Ability to provide effective supervision and staff management

Ability to manage projects effectively and meet firm deadlines

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage and conduct in-person and virtual public participation activities, meetings and hearings

Language Requirements Arabic & English is a must, French is a plus.

Core Competencies and Skills

• Innovativeness, resourcefulness, and capacity for quick learning.
• Demonstrates and safeguards ethics and integrity.
• Self-motivated and exhibits engagement and commitment to the success of his organization.
• Ability to work as a team player.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Fosters open and healthy communication across the wider team.
• Ability to multitask and perform under minimal supervision.
• Demonstrates a continuous tendency to learn, share knowledge and encourage contribution across team members.
• Solid work ethics.
• Take the necessary measures to ensure safety and to protect his/her employees’/colleagues’ health.

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