Planning Engineer

Job Description:

The Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and updating project schedules for building construction projects. The role involves close coordination with project teams to ensure timely progress, efficient resource utilization, and alignment with project objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and monitor construction activities to ensure timely project completion.
• Collaborate with all project disciplines to ensure understanding and integration of total project schedule requirements.
• Prepare, update, and modify project schedules, and distribute backlog activities based on available resources.
• Analyze schedule progress and delays, and prepare Extension of Time (EOT) claims when required or justified.
• Conduct schedule analysis and identify critical path activities to determine potential problem areas.
• Interface with project site management teams and client representatives for planning and scheduling coordination.
• Provide recommendations on project planning, resource allocation, and staffing requirements to support project control.
• Prepare fortnightly and monthly progress reports detailing project performance and milestones.
• Compile data from project sites on a daily, weekly, and fortnightly basis for analysis and reporting to top management.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and compliance with the company’s Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Management System.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience as a Planning Engineer, specifically in building construction projects.
• Proficiency in project planning software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Knowledge of construction methodologies, resource planning, and project control procedures.