Technical and Operations
Planning Engineer
Location
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Stage
Experienced Level
Time
Full time
Type
Employee
Place
Hybrid
Job Description
Who we are
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build, and operate their assets more safely, sustainably, and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative, but work well within a team.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Planning & Scheduling
Develop detailed baseline schedules (Level 3/4) using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
Define project logic, sequencing, and critical path.
Integrate multi-disciplinary activities (survey, geotechnical, marine operations, reporting).
2. Schedule Control & Monitoring
Track progress against baseline and identify schedule deviations.
Perform critical path and float analysis.
Update schedules regularly and produce lookaheads and forecasts.
Monitor milestones, deliverables, and planning packages.
Support extension of time (EOT) and delay claims when required.
3. Commercial & Contractual Support
Align schedules with contract requirements and milestones
Support projects teams with:
Progress measurement
Invoice milestones
Change order and variation analysis
Ensure schedule supports cash flow and resource planning
4. Tender Support
Develop tender schedules and execution strategies
Key Skills & Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in engineering
3–6 years of experience in project planning, preferably within offshore, marine, or energy sector projects
Proven experience working with complex, multi‑disciplinary project schedules
Prior exposure to vessel‑based operations and offshore execution planning is highly preferred
Strong expertise in Primavera P6 / MS Project
Understanding of offshore operations and marine logistics
Analytical thinking and problem-solving
Knowledge of contractual and commercial frameworks
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders
Value to Fugro
The Senior Planner plays a key role in:
De-risking project execution
Improving operational efficiency (vessels & crews)
Supporting commercial performance and claims
Ensuring timely project delivery
What we offer
Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.
Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion
At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.
What’s in it for you?
At Fugro, our people are our number one priority and central to our purpose to create a safe and livable world. Our values set the foundation for our unique culture: we are determined to deliver, we prepare for tomorrow, we do what’s right, and we build trust. Our talent philosophy is driven by our values and fueled by a passion for learning, developing leadership behaviors, transparency, and accountability. Fugro offers opportunities to sharpen skills and provide career growth through on-the-job learning experiences, LinkedIn Learning access, business and technical training, and leadership development programs. We also offer competitive benefits packages including hybrid working to support you in your career journey with us.

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