Planning Engineer

Job Description

The Planning Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring detailed project schedules throughout the project lifecycle. The role supports project execution by tracking progress, identifying schedule risks, and recommending corrective actions to achieve project milestones. Working with project managers and discipline engineers, the Planning Engineer ensures efficient resource utilization and timely project delivery. Experience with Primavera P6 and EPC project planning is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities
Develop baseline project schedules using Primavera P6.
Monitor project progress against approved schedules.
Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
Identify schedule deviations and recommend recovery plans.
Coordinate planning activities with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
Conduct critical path and delay analysis.
Support project forecasting and resource planning.
Participate in project review meetings and client presentations.
Maintain schedule documentation and planning databases.
Ensure compliance with Petrofac planning procedures and contractual requirements.