Project Planning Head

JobItUs; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

JobItUs is seeking a Civil Planning Engineer in Bengaluru to manage detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project. You will coordinate across design, procurement, and execution teams to align activities with the project plan and prepare WBS for all design, procurement, and construction tasks.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, with experience in highway project sequencing and knowledge of cost control, resource management, and reporting systems.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Certification in Project Management / Primavera is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update detailed project schedules (baseline and revised) using Primavera P6 / MS Project.
• Coordinate with project team, design, procurement, and execution teams to align with the project plan.
• Prepare WBS and integrate all project activities including design, procurement, and construction.
• Track progress, identify deviations, and propose corrective actions.
• Prepare and monitor resource allocation plans (manpower, equipment, materials).
• Conduct periodic progress reviews and generate reports (S-curves, histograms, dashboards).
• Assist in cash flow forecasts, project cost tracking, and productivity analysis.
• Support claims preparation, time extensions, and delay analysis.
• Liaise with client representatives, consultants, and subcontractors for planning matters.
• Ensure compliance with contractual schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Participate in risk assessment and mitigation planning for schedule risks.

Skills

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel-based planning tools

Highway project sequencing

Cost control

Resource management

Reporting systems

Stakeholder coordination

Education

B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering

Project Management / Primavera certification

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and update detailed project schedules (baseline and revised) using Primavera P6 / MS Project.

• Coordinate with project team, design, procurement, and execution teams to ensure alignment with the project plan.

• Prepare work breakdown structure (WBS) and integrate all project activities including design, procurement, and construction.

• Track project progress, identify deviations, and propose corrective actions.

• Prepare and monitor resource (manpower, equipment, and material) allocation plans.

• Conduct periodic progress reviews and generate reports such as S-curves, histograms, and dashboards.

• Assist in preparing cash flow forecasts, project cost tracking, and productivity analysis.

• Support project management in claims preparation, time extensions, and delay analysis.

• Liaise with client representatives, consultants, and subcontractors for planning-related matters.

• Ensure compliance with contractual schedules, milestones, and deliverables.

• Participate in risk assessment and mitigation planning for schedule-related risks.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel-based planning tools.

• Understanding of highway project construction methodology and sequencing.

• Experience in EPC / DBFOT / HAM model highway projects preferred.

• Good analytical and communication skills for coordination with multiple stakeholders.

• Ability to interpret drawings, BOQs, and technical specifications.

• Knowledge of project cost control, resource management, and reporting systems.

Educational Qualification:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.

• Certification in Project Management / Primavera is an added advantage.

Preferred Background:

• Experience in planning and monitoring of National Highway (NH) or State Highway projects.

• Exposure to NHAI / MoRTH project documentation and progress reporting formats.

• Prior experience with leading EPC contractors or infrastructure companies.