Planning Project Engineer

JLL; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Planning Project Engineer to develop, monitor, and control project schedules to ensure delivery within scope, time, and budget constraints. The role emphasizes CPM-based planning, schedule integration, and cross-functional coordination in construction and real estate settings.

The candidate will use Primavera P6 or MS Project to create WBS, track progress, manage risks, and prepare dashboards for stakeholder reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, or controls within construction, engineering, or real estate development environments.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of CPM and earned value management (EVM).
• Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) coordination is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develops comprehensive project schedules using industry-standard software (Primavera P6, MS Project). Creates detailed work breakdown structures (WBS) and establishes critical path milestones. Coordinates with project teams to define task dependencies, durations, and resource requirements.
• Tracks project progress against baseline schedules and identifies potential delays or bottlenecks. Conducts regular schedule analysis and updates forecasts. Prepares progress reports highlighting variances, risks, and recovery plans. Facilitates schedule coordination meetings with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Identifies schedule risks and develops mitigation strategies. Performs what-if scenario analysis to evaluate alternative approaches. Maintains risk registers and recommends proactive measures to keep projects on track.
• Collaborates with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to align planning activities. Provides schedule inputs for project reviews and stakeholder presentations. Ensures effective communication of schedule changes and their implications across project teams.
• Maintains accurate project documentation including schedules, progress reports, and change logs. Prepares executive-level dashboards and detailed technical reports. Documents lessons learned and best practices for future projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

BIM coordination

Job description

Planning Project Engineer Job Description

The Planning Project Engineer plays a critical role in developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules and plans to ensure successful project delivery within scope, time, and budget constraints.

Position Overview

The Planning Project Engineer plays a critical role in developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules and plans to ensure successful project delivery within scope, time, and budget constraints.

Planning Project Engineer Job Description

The Planning Project Engineer plays a critical role in developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules and plans to ensure successful project delivery within scope, time, and budget constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Scheduling Develops comprehensive project schedules using industry-standard software (Primavera P6, MS Project). Creates detailed work breakdown structures (WBS) and establishes critical path milestones. Coordinates with project teams to define task dependencies, durations, and resource requirements.
• Schedule Management & Monitoring Tracks project progress against baseline schedules and identifies potential delays or bottlenecks. Conducts regular schedule analysis and updates forecasts. Prepares progress reports highlighting variances, risks, and recovery plans. Facilitates schedule coordination meetings with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Risk Analysis & Mitigation Identifies schedule risks and develops mitigation strategies. Performs what-if scenario analysis to evaluate alternative approaches. Maintains risk registers and recommends proactive measures to keep projects on track.
• Coordination & Communication Collaborates with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients to align planning activities. Provides schedule inputs for project reviews and stakeholder presentations. Ensures effective communication of schedule changes and their implications across project teams.
• Documentation & Reporting Maintains accurate project documentation including schedules, progress reports, and change logs. Prepares executive-level dashboards and detailed technical reports. Documents lessons learned and best practices for future projects.

Required Qualifications

• Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. 3-5 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, or controls within construction, engineering, or real estate development environments.
• Technical Skills Proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project. Strong understanding of critical path methodology (CPM) and earned value management (EVM). Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) coordination is advantageous. Knowledge of construction processes, procurement cycles, and permitting requirements.
• Core Competencies Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong attention to detail with ability to manage multiple complex schedules simultaneously. Effective communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) or Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification. Experience in commercial real estate, infrastructure, or large-scale construction projects. Familiarity with Lean Construction principles and Last Planner System methodologies.