Sobha Constructions Planning Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Q1. What is your favourite subject
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Q2. Depends on you it can be any.
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The test was based on logical reasoning and verbal reasoning.

Q1. What is EVM and explain it to a layman?
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EVM stands for Earned Value Management. It is a project management technique used to measure project performance and progress.
• EVM integrates scope, schedule, and cost to provide a comprehensive view of project performance.

• It compares the planned value (PV), earned value (EV), and actual cost (AC) to assess project health.

• PV represents the budgeted cost of the work scheduled, EV represents the budgeted cost of the work ...read more
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Q1. Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years?
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Q1. What is M4 in Planning
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M4 in Planning refers to a milestone that marks the completion of a significant phase or deliverable in a project schedule.
• M4 is typically used in project management to signify a key point in the project timeline.

• It is often associated with the completion of a major task or the achievement of an important project milestone.

• M4 can help track progress, identify potential delays, and ensure that the project stays on sched...read more
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Q2. How will you provide detailed schedule of 300 km laying
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I will break down the 300 km laying project into smaller sections, assign resources, estimate durations, and create a detailed schedule.
• Break down the project into manageable sections such as 10 km segments

• Assign resources including equipment, manpower, and materials to each section

• Estimate durations for each activity based on historical data or industry standards

• Create a detailed schedule using a scheduling software l...read more
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Q1. Salary expectation
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Q2. Reason of changing job
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How will you provide schedule of WTP

The level of the exam was normal.

Q1. The Normal question related to Building Engineering & SOM were asked.
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Q2. How to check quality of Brick, Cement and SF & BMD diagram.
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Quality of brick, cement, and SF & BMD diagram can be checked through visual inspection, testing, and comparison with standards.
• Brick quality can be checked by inspecting for uniform size, shape, and color, and conducting water absorption test.

• Cement quality can be checked by performing tests like fineness test, setting time test, and compressive strength test.

• SF & BMD diagram quality can be checked by verifying accura...read more
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Q1. They just check the general awareness.
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Q1. WBS of highway and structure
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WBS stands for Work Breakdown Structure, which is a hierarchical decomposition of the total scope of work to be carried out by the project team.
• WBS for a highway project would include major components like earthwork, pavement, drainage, signage, lighting, etc.

• WBS for a structure project would include components like foundation, superstructure, finishes, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), etc.

• Each major component i...read more
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Q1. What is S- Curv in Primavera ?
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S-Curve in Primavera is a graphical representation of project progress over time.
• S-Curve shows the planned and actual progress of a project.

• It helps in visualizing the project's performance and identifying any deviations from the plan.

• The curve is shaped like an 'S' due to the gradual increase in progress at the beginning and end, with a steeper slope in the middle.

• The x-axis represents time, and the y-axis represents ...read more
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Q1. Introduction and ask for location flexibility
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Q1. Do you now scheduling
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Yes, I have experience in scheduling.
• I have worked on scheduling projects using software such as Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

• I am familiar with creating and updating project schedules, resource allocation, and critical path analysis.

• I have also worked on schedule risk analysis and mitigation planning.

• I understand the importance of accurate scheduling in project management and strive to ensure that schedules are
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Q1. Planning related questions and BIM basic knowledge
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