Planning Engineer

Planning Engineer – Job Description

Experience Required: 1–2 Years

Job Summary

A Junior Planning Engineer is responsible for supporting project planning activities, assisting in schedule preparation, monitoring progress, and preparing basic reports under the supervision of a senior planner or project manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and updating the project schedule using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of the baseline schedule .
• Track daily and weekly progress and update actual data in the schedule.
• Prepare basic reports such as progress percentages and preliminary variance summaries.
• Create and update S-curves and manpower histograms under supervision.
• Collect and verify progress data from site teams and subcontractors.
• Assist in initial delay analysis when required.
• Support short-term and long-term planning tasks.
• Attend progress meetings and document key discussions.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Basic knowledge of Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Good proficiency in Excel.
• Understanding of project planning and scheduling principles.
• Good analytical and reporting skills.

Soft Skills

• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Ability to work under supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, or related field).
• 1–2 years of experience in project planning or project control.
• Preferred (not required):
• Training in Primavera or Project Management.
• PMP certification interest or career development plan.