Senior Engineer - Planning

The Senior Planning Engineer is responsible for overseeing and managing project planning, scheduling, and monitoring activities to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery. This role involves coordinating with various stakeholders, analyzing data, and providing strategic planning insights to ensure optimal resource allocation and project progress.Key Responsibilities: Project Planning & Scheduling: Develop, update, and maintain detailed project schedules, including timelines, work breakdown structures (WBS), and milestone tracking.Utilize planning software like Primavera P6/MS Project to create schedules that meet project specifications and stakeholder expectations.Establish critical path analysis and provide project teams with insights to keep projects on track.Progress Monitoring & Reporting: Monitor and track project progress, identifying any deviations from the plan and recommending corrective actions.Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports for stakeholders, highlighting key achievements, risks, and schedule variances.Conduct regular meetings with project teams to ensure alignment and update on schedule performance.Resource Management: Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and other departments to ensure optimal resource allocation for various projects.Identify resource needs and constraints, proposing adjustments as necessary to meet project timelines.Risk Analysis & Mitigation: Identify potential risks affecting project schedules and develop mitigation strategies.Conduct schedule risk analysis using quantitative techniques and provide recommendations to minimize impacts on project timelines.Stakeholder Communication: Liaise with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication of project schedules and progress.Serve as a key point of contact for planning and scheduling information, providing technical guidance and support.Identify opportunities to improve planning processes and implement best practices to increase efficiency and accuracy.Stay up-to-date with industry standards and advancements in planning methodologies.Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, and control, with at least 3 years in a senior role.Proficiency in planning software like Primavera P6 and MS Project.Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret project data and trends.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.Preferred Skills: Professional certifications such as PMP, PSP (Planning and Scheduling Professional), or equivalent.Experience in (Insert Industry, e.g., construction, oil & gas, infrastructure).Knowledge of project management methodologies such as Agile, Lean, etc.Strategic thinking and problem-solving.Attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and guide junior planners.Working Conditions: (Specify working conditions such as office environment, remote work options, or field work requirements)Availability to travel for site visits as required. #J-18808-Ljbffr