Planning Engineer

Sbm Offshore; Rio de Janeiro; On-site; BRL 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SBM Offshore is seeking a Planning Engineer to develop, maintain, and optimize project schedules across engineering, procurement, and construction streams. You will apply Primavera P6 or MS Project to drive on-schedule performance.

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, you will monitor progress, report earned value, and support risk mitigation while ensuring compliance with safety and industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience in project planning within the oil and gas sector.
• Proficiency in project management software (Primavera P6 preferred).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project schedules using project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Interface with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather necessary project data.
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations to the baseline, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Prepare regular progress reports, including schedule updates, earned value analysis, and performance metrics.
• Facilitate planning meetings and workshops to ensure stakeholder alignment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Imagine your career taking you to the depths of innovation and the heights of impact. Our people enable continuous progress. Their commitment, collective expertise, and unique capabilities are the engine room behind SBM Offshore’s - shaping the future of energy, and beyond.

About Us

SBM Offshore is a global leader in deepwater ocean infrastructure, delivering floating production solutions across the full asset lifecycle—from design and construction to installation and operation. Supported by a global team of more than 8,000 professionals, the Company operates a long‑term, asset‑backed business model that delivers high‑availability assets and predictable cash flows. SBM Offshore combines engineering expertise, operational reliability, and selective innovation to support safe, efficient, and lower‑carbon energy production, while extending its capabilities into new opportunities across the blue economy.

Purpose

• As a Planning Engineer, you develop, maintain, and optimize project schedules to ensure timely and efficient project execution. This involves collaboration with various departments, including engineering, procurement, and construction, to align project timelines and resources

Responsibilities

• You develop detailed project schedules using project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• You interface with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather necessary project data.
• You monitor project progress, identify deviations to the baseline, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• You prepare regular progress reports, including schedule updates, earned value analysis, and performance metrics.
• You facilitate planning meetings and workshops to ensure stakeholder alignment.
• You ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.

Experience

• Experience in project planning within the oil and gas sector.
• Proficiency in project management software (Primavera P6 preferred).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices.
• Effective time management and organizational abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Functional Competencies

Systems EngineeringSupply ChainConstruction and commissioningProject data analysisRisk ManagementPlanning