Project Planner/Scheduller (Freelance) – Industrial Projects

Group-IPS; Comunidad de Madrid; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house training

Career development opportunities

Positive work environment

International projects

Job summary

An international engineering firm is seeking a Freelance Planner to support industrial and EPCM projects in Spain. The role requires defining and optimizing project plans for complex projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or Project Management and a minimum of 5 years of experience in project planning. Strong skills in Primavera P6 and MS Project are essential. The role offers an opportunity to work with top clients in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project planning.
• Experience in industrial, EPCM, or infrastructure environments.
• Freelance availability for project-based collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated project plans for EPCM projects.
• Define project structure, sequencing, milestones.
• Perform high-level and detailed planning using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Analyse dependencies, risks, and constraints.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Coordination Skills

Fluent Spanish

English

Italian

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Project Management

Job description

Group-IPS. Come join us in reshaping the future of Engineering and Architecture Projects.

Who are we? IPS is an international company with inhouse Engineering and specialized services across Project Management for industries, Automation and Architecture. EPCM expertise, more than 10 countries around the globe but an entrepreneurial and teambuilding mindset.

We are currently looking for a Freelance Planner to join our team and support industrial and EPCM projects in Italy.

What is the role About?

As a Planner at Group-IPS, you will be responsible for defining, structuring and optimising project plans for complex industrial projects. You will work closely with Project Managers and multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are properly planned from early phases through execution.

Responsibilities

• Developing integrated project plans and planning strategies for EPCM projects.
• Defining project structure, sequencing, milestones and critical paths.
• Performing high-level and detailed planning using tools such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Analysing dependencies, risks, constraints and alternative scenarios.
• Supporting Project Managers in decision‑making related to planning and project strategy.
• Coordinating planning inputs across engineering, procurement and construction disciplines.
• Establishing planning baselines and supporting schedule‑related reporting.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of planning methodologies and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management or related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in project planning within industrial, EPCM or infrastructure environments.
• Strong experience with Primavera P6 for complex project planning and MS project.
• Freelance professional available for project‑based collaboration.
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to assess risks and opportunities.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams.
• Fluent in Spanish; English and/or Italian are a plus.
• Availability to travel when required.
• Immediate availability is a plus.

Benefits

• Safety, Prevention and Well‑being are basics for us.
• Specialized in‑house trainings designed to help you to get your next career step.
• Truly a place to spread your wings: career path.
• No glass ceiling! We are committed to equal opportunities.
• Top clients and innovative projects.
• International environment and teams, with a presence in more than 10 countries.
• Great environment! with Open Office Layout for you to meet co‑workers and increase the outside‑the‑box thinking.
• Positive Work Vibes: we love work, sport and fun.

Being an IPSer

Excellence, Innovation, Sustainability are a must in our projects. Equality, Diversity, Team Spirit, Positive Work Environment, and Career Development are the must for our people and part of our DNA.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, colour, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status.