Project Planning and Scheduling Engineer

Quest Global; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a skilled project scheduler in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The candidate will collaborate with the Project/Engineering Team to prepare schedules, develop project workflows, and identify scheduling impacts, ensuring project timelines are met.

The ideal applicant should hold a B.E./B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering and possess 5-8 years of relevant EPC project experience, especially in the Oil & Gas sector. Proficiency in planning tools like Primavera P6 and MS Project is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in planning and scheduling.
• Knowledge of engineering, procurement, and construction processes.
• Experience with EPC projects in Oil & Gas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare schedule data for various stages of projects.
• Monitor critical-path activities for assigned work.
• Evaluate subcontractor schedules for improvements.

Skills

Planning and scheduling

Oral and written communication

Project control systems

EPC project experience

Education

B.E. / B.Tech. Mechanical

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Job Summary

In this role, you will work with the Project / Engineering Team to prepare schedules, develop work logic, identify restraints and potential impacts, create recovery plans, and evaluate subcontractor schedules for improvements. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects stay on track and on time.

Major Responsibilities

• Prepare schedule data for various stages of the project.
• Establish and maintain the schedule for a specific discipline area or specialty.
• Perform schedule development duties, including establishing the work breakdown structure (WBS), determining work activity duration, establishing proper workflow logic ties, and developing required job expenditure.
• Perform schedule monitoring, including identifying critical activities and updating functions for specific applications, disciplines, or specialties.
• Determine critical‑path activities for assigned discipline or specialty work activities supporting interdisciplinary requirements.
• Prepare 2‑Week / 4‑Week look‑ahead and load resources as required.
• Identify and report activities that have a critical or potential impact on the schedule.
• Monitor and validate subcontractor schedules.
• Evaluate subcontractor schedules for required workarounds or potential schedule improvements.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Experience in performing, monitoring, and reviewing planning and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, and analysis, both in the field and the home office.
• Knowledge of supervision, personnel administration, and training of technical and non‑technical personnel.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and start‑up work processes.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction management acquired through specialized instruction or practical experience.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, direct, perform, review, and present schedule products independently with minimal supervision, using professional judgment and expertise in technical planning and scheduling, engineering design, construction, and procurement practices.
• Proficiency with project control operating systems and several software applications.
• Prior planning/scheduling experience on EPC projects in Oil & Gas Refinery/Unit, Fertilizer, or Process Plants.

Education, Experience Requirements & Location

Requires a B.E. / B.Tech. Mechanical (or international equivalent).

5-8 years of experience.

Proficiency in Primavera P6 / MS Project.

Knowledge of EPC projects and Oil & Gas domain.

Location: Bangalore / Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.