Planning Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project schedules using recognized planning tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project in alignment with contract requirements and work breakdown structures (WBS).
• Establish logical sequencing of activities, milestones, and critical paths to ensure timely project delivery.
• Prepare baseline schedules and maintain schedule integrity through regular updates and revisions.

• Track project progress against planned schedules and identify deviations, delays, or risks.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and schedule narratives.
• Conduct schedule variance analysis, critical path analysis, and "what if" scenarios to support management decisions.

• Coordinate closely with project managers, site engineers, procurement, subcontractors, and clients to ensure alignment with the approved schedule.
• Participate in project meetings, planning sessions, and coordination reviews, providing professional planning input.
• Support claims, extension of time (EOT), and change management processes by providing accurate schedule analysis and records.

• Assist in manpower, equipment, and resource planning to ensure optimal utilization.
• Collaborate with cost control and commercial teams to align schedules with budgets and cash‑flow forecasts.
• Support earned value analysis (EVA) and productivity monitoring where applicable.

• Identify potential project risks related to time sequencing or resource availability.
• Propose mitigation strategies and recovery schedules to minimize delays.
• Maintain planning‑related risk registers and lessons learned for continuous improvement.

• Maintain all planning documentation, schedules, reports, and revisions in line with project and company procedures.
• Ensure compliance with contractual planning requirements, specifications, and reporting formats.
• Provide planning support during audits, reviews, and project close‑out activities.

• Education
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  Bachelor s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or Construction Management.
• Experience
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  Minimum 3 8 years of relevant experience as a Planning Engineer, preferably in construction, EPC, oil & gas, or infrastructure projects. Experience working on large?scale projects with multiple stakeholders is highly desirable.
• Skills and Competencies
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  • Technical Skills
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    Proficiency in planning and scheduling software such as Primavera P6 and/or MS Project. Strong knowledge of project scheduling techniques, CPM (Critical Path Method), and progress measurement methods. Good understanding of construction methodologies, project controls, and basic cost control principles.
  • Analytical and Organizational Skills
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    Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex project data. High attention to detail and excellent organizational abilities. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
  • Communication and Teamwork
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    Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting and coordination. Ability to work collaboratively in multicultural and multidisciplinary project teams. Confident in presenting planning information to management and clients.
  • Personal Attributes
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    Proactive and solution?oriented mindset. Strong sense of responsibility and accountability. Ability to work under pressure in fast?paced project environments. Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Reporting Line
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  Reports to the Project Control Manager / Project Manager.
• Working Conditions
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  Office?based with regular site visits as required by project needs. May require extended working hours during critical project phases.