Planning Engineer Job Description

Job Title

Planning Engineer

Job Summary

The Planning Engineer is responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules to ensure timely completion of projects within budget and quality standards. The role involves project planning, resource allocation, progress tracking, risk assessment, and coordination with project teams to achieve project objectives efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Scheduling

Develop detailed project schedules, work breakdown structures (WBS), and project timelines.
Prepare baseline schedules using project planning software.
Define project milestones, critical paths, and activity sequences.
Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders to establish project objectives and deliverables.

Progress Monitoring & Control

Monitor project progress against approved schedules.
Track actual performance and identify schedule variances.
Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
Update project schedules based on site progress and changing project requirements.

Resource Planning

Plan and allocate manpower, equipment, and materials effectively.
Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and construction teams to ensure resource availability.
Analyze resource utilization and recommend improvements.

Cost & Performance Analysis

Support project cost control and budget monitoring activities.
Perform schedule impact analysis and productivity assessments.
Assist in earned value management (EVM) and project performance measurement.
Identify delays and propose recovery plans.

Risk Management

Identify potential scheduling risks and project constraints.
Conduct delay analysis and develop mitigation strategies.
Evaluate the impact of scope changes on project schedules.
Support claims preparation and extension-of-time (EOT) analysis when required.

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare project dashboards, look-ahead schedules, and management reports.
Maintain planning records, schedules, and project documentation.
Present schedule updates and project status reports to management and clients.
Ensure compliance with project planning procedures and standards.

Coordination & Communication

Liaise with project managers, engineers, contractors, consultants, and clients.
Participate in project meetings and planning reviews.
Coordinate activities among multiple project disciplines to ensure schedule alignment.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
3–7 years of experience in project planning and scheduling, preferably in construction, infrastructure, oil & gas, manufacturing, or engineering projects.
Experience with project scheduling methodologies and project control practices.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent scheduling software.
Knowledge of project management principles and scheduling techniques.
Understanding of critical path method (CPM) and earned value management (EVM).
Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
Familiarity with project cost control and risk management processes.

Skills & Competencies

Project Planning and Scheduling
Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
Time Management and Organization
Data Analysis and Reporting
Communication and Presentation Skills
Attention to Detail
Coordination and Stakeholder Management
Decision-Making and Risk Assessment

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Schedule adherence and project milestone achievement
Accuracy of project schedules and forecasts
Timeliness of progress reporting
Resource utilization efficiency
Reduction of project delays and schedule overruns
Quality of planning and project control documentation

Working Conditions

Full-time position based in office and project site environments.
May require site visits and attendance at project meetings.
Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

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