Planning Engineer

Monarch Surveyors & Engineering Consultants; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Monarch Surveyors & Engineering Consultants in Pune seeks a Planning Engineer to drive project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting for timely, cost-efficient delivery.

You will develop detailed schedules, track progress, analyze delays, and support project teams with data-driven insights. Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project is required, with a strong construction sequences understanding.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 6–7 years of experience in project planning and scheduling for infrastructure/EPC projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong understanding of construction sequences and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop baseline project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Prepare WBS and detailed activity plans.
• Monitor progress and update schedules regularly.
• Conduct delay analysis and identify critical paths.
• Prepare progress reports and dashboards.
• Coordinate with site teams, engineering, procurement and contractors.
• Track resource utilization (manpower, materials, equipment).
• Support cost control and cash flow forecasting.
• Assist in risk analysis and mitigation planning.
• Participate in project review meetings providing planning insights.
• Ensure compliance with timelines and contractual milestones.

Skills

Strong analytical & problem-solving

Effective communication & coordination

Attention to detail

Ability to work under deadlines

Education

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Role Overview

The Planning Engineer is responsible for project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting to ensure timely and cost-effective execution. The role involves developing detailed project schedules, tracking progress, identifying delays, and supporting project teams with data-driven insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop baseline project schedules using tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Prepare Work BreakDown Structures (WBS) and detailed activity planning
• Monitor project progress and update schedules regularly
• Conduct delay analysis, identify critical paths, and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports and dashboards
• Coordinate with site teams, engineering, procurement, and contractors
• Track resource utilization (manpower, materials, equipment)
• Support cost control and cash flow forecasting
• Assist in risk analysis and mitigation planning
• Participate in project review meetings and provide planning insights
• Ensure compliance with project timelines and contractual milestones

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• 6-7 years of experience in project planning and scheduling (preferably infrastructure/EPC projects)
• Proficiency in planning software such as Primavera P6 and/or MS Project
• Strong understanding of construction sequences and methodologies

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of project lifecycle and execution
• Effective communication and coordination skills
• Attention to detail and data accuracy
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in large-scale infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, metro, buildings, etc.)
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques
• Familiarity with Power BI or Excel dashboards for reporting
• Certification in Primavera or Project Management (PMP) is an advantage