Planning Engineer

bayt.com

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive project schedules that outline tasks, milestones, and deadlines.
  • Estimating the resources (labor, materials, equipment) required for each project task and allocating them efficiently within the project schedule.
  • Identifying the critical path of the project, which represents the sequence of tasks that must be completed on time to prevent delays in project completion.
  • Analyzing the project schedule to identify opportunities for optimization, such as minimizing resource conflicts, reducing project duration, and improving efficiency.
  • Tracking the progress of project activities against the baseline schedule, identifying deviations, and implementing corrective actions to keep the project on track.
  • Prepare progress reports (daily, weekly, and monthly) and presentations for project stakeholders.
  • Monitor project progress against key performance indicators and adjust plans as needed to ensure success.
  • Implementing Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to measure project performance in terms of cost and schedule variance, forecasting performance, and recommending corrective actions as needed.
  • Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
  • Assessing the impact of changes to the project scope, schedule, or resources, and updating the project schedule accordingly while minimizing disruptions.
  • Identifying potential risks to the project schedule and developing contingency plans to mitigate their impact, ensuring that project timelines are maintained despite unforeseen challenges.
  • Providing regular updates on project schedule performance to project stakeholders, including project managers, clients, and subcontractors, and addressing any scheduling concerns or issues promptly.
  • Utilizing project management software tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar applications to create and manage project schedules effectively.
  • Employing effective cash flow management practices to ensure positive cash flow throughout the entire lifecycle of the project.
  • Proficient in project EOT analysis, recording project delays, and maintaining delay logs.

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