PMC Senior Planning Engineer

Role Overview

PMC Senior Planning Engineer at Wood PLC, supporting ADNOC Offshore projects in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The position will be based at the client office with a possibility to move to offshore rotation.

Company Overview

Wood'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. The company is the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets.

Role Purpose

The Senior Planning Engineer (PMC) is responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling integrated project schedules for ADNOC Offshore projects, ensuring alignment with ADNOC standards, project milestones, and contractual requirements. The role supports project delivery through effective planning, progress measurement, and reporting across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain Level 3 / Level 4 project schedules using Primavera P6 in line with ADNOC Offshore requirements
• Establish WBS, CBS, and project baselines for engineering, procurement, construction, hook-up, and commissioning
• Ensure schedules reflect contract scope, execution strategy, and offshore constraints

Project Control & Monitoring

• Monitor project progress against approved baselines and identify schedule risks and slippages
• Perform critical path analysis, what-if scenarios, and recovery planning
• Evaluate EPC contractor schedules and provide recommendations to ADNOC Offshore

Reporting

• Prepare and review weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and look-ahead schedules
• Provide accurate forecasts for project completion and key milestones
• Support management with schedule performance indicators and variance analysis

Interface & Coordination

• Interface with ADNOC Offshore, EPC contractors, subcontractors, and discipline leads
• Coordinate with cost control, risk, procurement, and construction teams
• Participate in progress meetings, planning workshops, and risk reviews

Change & Risk Management

• Assess schedule impact of variations, claims, and change orders
• Support delay analysis and extension of time (EOT) evaluations
• Identify planning-related risks and propose mitigation measures

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure compliance with ADNOC Offshore Project Management Procedures, HSE standards, and quality requirements
• Maintain proper planning documentation and audit trails

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or equivalent)
• Minimum 15 years of planning experience in oil & gas projects
• At least 5+ years in a PMC role supporting ADNOC Offshore or similar operators
• Strong experience in offshore brownfield and greenfield projects
• Knowledge of ADNOC offshore execution methodologies is a strong advantage

Skills & Competencies

• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6
• Solid understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning workflows
• Experience with progress measurement systems and schedule risk analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural, fast-paced project environment

Additional Information

• 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 its people, celebrating Long Service at 5-year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of the industry, shaping the standards of the profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing knowledge and gaining exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems