Hiring Planning Engineer at Mott MacDonald

Job Profile

We are searching for an individual with a sound knowledge of the relevant Engineering discipline to join us as a Planning Engineer. The individual shall have the ability to anticipate problems and great attention to detail.

This role would suit a collaborative individual with good communication skills and has demonstrated leadership.

Main responsibilities include

• Work Knowledge and skills
• Knowledge in the understanding of all stages of planning i.e., pre-contract (Procurement) and post contract stages.
• Preparation of integrated baseline schedule for the overall project
• Knowledge in preparing resource loaded schedule.
• Working experience in planning and scheduling for construction of manufacturing plants
• Working knowledge in MS Project/ Primavera P6.
• Conversant in all packages of Civil and MEP.
• Pre-contract work
• Prepare and monitor the design development stages wr.t to baseline schedule
• Prepare and monitor the plan for all work packages and monitor the lead times.
• Review the schedule proposed by various contractors/vendors and flag concerns.
• Review the work packages and their ordering plan and escalate concerns if any
• Post Contract work
• Review of contractors monthly plan and commenting on the resource plan for its alignment.
• Tracking of baseline plan of each of major vendors and flag potential delays.
• Conducting and leading fortnightly/monthly meetings on progress and issues.
• Maintain lessons learnt register and ensure knowledge sharing.
• Support Project Manager and PMO team with preparing and responding contractual letters.
• Documentation and MIS reporting
• Keep all records of monthly project plan versus progress
• Delay analysis reports
• Flagging concerns on slippages and issues
• Supporting the digital champion on risk register and monthly progress reports
• Preparation of monthly project report with support from other members

The candidate must have

• Experience of working in Industrial, Manufacturing, Production projects / similar project will be preferred.
• In-depth technical skills related to planning, scheduling, monitoring and project controls in construction of industrial buildings.
• Be a team player and good coordination with the team members.
• Knowledge in the understanding site layout drawings, Engineering drawings, technical specifications, bill of materials
• Conversant in all packages of Civil, Structural, Finishes and basic understanding of MEP services integration.
• Working knowledge of project management best practices related Planning
• Solid communication and team working skills.
• Ability to navigate stressful work situations.
• Experience on MS Project / Primavera
• Any digital app-based application knowledge (if any)
• Adept at MS Office applications
• Preferrable criteria:
• Experience in Glass Industries / Industry Buildings would be preferred.
• Conversant in industrial long lead equipment packages

Minimum Qualification

• Qualification: BE / BTech in Civil / Mechanical Engineering
• Experience: 4 to 7 years
• Industry: Industrial buildings / Manufacturing / Production plants / Glass Industries
• Functional Area: Project Management.

Role: Project Planner / Scheduler

Industry Type: Engineering & Construction

Department: Project & Program Management

Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary/Contractual

Role Category: Other Program / Project Management

Education

UG: B.Tech/B.E. in Mechanical, Civil