Planning & Scheduling Engineer

Job Description: Planning & Scheduling Engineer

The Planning & Scheduling Engineer is responsible for developing, monitoring, and updating project schedules to ensure timely and cost-effective completion of projects. The role involves coordinating with project managers, engineers, procurement, and construction teams to analyze progress, identify delays, and propose corrective actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain project schedules using tools.
• Prepare baseline schedules, resource loading, and cost curves aligned with project objectives.
• Monitor and track project progress, identifying deviations from the plan and analyzing their impact.
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to collect progress data and update schedules.
• Conduct delay analysis and propose recovery plans to mitigate risks of slippage.
• Prepare regular progress reports (daily, weekly, monthly) for management and clients.
• Support project management in claims, variations, and extension of time (EOT) requests with proper documentation.
• Develop “what-if” scenarios and schedule simulations to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with project planning procedures, contractual obligations, and industry standards.
• Assist in forecasting manpower, equipment, and material requirements to ensure proper resource allocation.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Experience: 3–7 years of relevant experience in project planning and scheduling (construction, oil & gas, power, infrastructure, or related industries).
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and contract administration.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Critical Path Method (CPM).
• Soft Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Reporting To

• Project Manager / Planning Manager / Project Controls Manager

Job Location

• Karachi or site base

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs85,000.00 - Rs95,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person