Planning Engineer

Project Planning & SchedulingDevelop detailed baseline schedules using Primavera P6 and/or MS Project.

Prepare project work breakdown structures (WBS), activity sequencing, logic relationships, and resource loading.

Develop construction schedules for civil, MEP, piping, infrastructure, and water/wastewater treatment projects.

Prepare procurement, engineering, and construction integrated schedules.

Project ControlsMonitor project progress against approved baseline schedules.

Update schedules based on site progress and actual execution data.

Analyze delays, critical paths, float consumption, and productivity trends.

Prepare recovery and mitigation plans for delayed activities.

Conduct earned value analysis and project performance evaluations when required.

Reporting & CoordinationPrepare weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, S-curves, histograms, and KPI reports.

Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, procurement teams, subcontractors, and clients regarding schedule status.

Participate in project review meetings and planning coordination meetings.

Support management with forecasting and completion target assessments.

Site & Execution SupportConduct site visits to validate actual progress versus planned progress.

Coordinate with execution teams to identify constraints and corrective actions.

Monitor manpower, equipment, and productivity performance.

Ensure schedule alignment with project priorities, safety requirements, and client milestones.

Documentation & ComplianceMaintain planning records, schedule revisions, and delay documentation.

Support claims preparation and extension of time (EOT) documentation when required.

Ensure compliance with company procedures, contractual obligations, and project reporting standards.

Required QualificationsEducationBachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.

ExperienceMinimum 4–8 years of relevant experience in construction planning and project controls.

Proven hands-on experience in infrastructure, MEP, industrial, civil, or water/wastewater treatment projects.

Experience handling project schedules independently with minimal supervision.

Technical SkillsMandatoryStrong proficiency in: Primavera P6 MS Project Strong understanding of: CPM Scheduling Project Controls Progress Measurement Delay Analysis Recovery Planning Experience in: Progress monitoring and reporting Construction sequencing Site coordination PreferredExperience in water featuresKnowledge of Power BI or advanced Excel reporting.

Understanding of contracts and claims support.

Required CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent coordination and communication skills.

Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Strong attention to detail and reporting accuracy.

Proactive mindset with strong follow-up capability.

Practical understanding of site execution activities.

Preferred Project BackgroundCandidates with experience in the following project types will be highly preferred:Water Features/Aquatics Pumping Stations Infrastructure Networks Industrial Facilities MEP Construction Projects Civil & Structural Works