Planning Engineer

Worley; Ahmadi; On-site; KWD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services company is seeking a Project Control Engineer in Ahmadi, Kuwait. This role requires a minimum of 8 years of post-graduation experience, including 5 years in project controls. Key responsibilities include managing the planning process, preparing status reports for project management, and supervising planning functions. Candidates must hold an engineering degree and demonstrate scheduling proficiency using Primavera. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience post-graduation.
• At least 5 years in Project Control Engineer role.
• Proven track record in scheduling and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage planning processes across the project.
• Prepare status reports and manage project scheduling.
• Supervise planning functions during project stages.

Skills

Scheduling

Project Control

Primavera

Analytical Skills

Education

Engineering Degree

Job description

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts.

We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

Position Summary

Responsible for independently applying advanced scheduling and planning techniques and analysis within a project environment.

Primary Objective

• To proactively support the Project by managing the planning process and planning personnel and their activities across the organisation
• To assist and support the Project Services Manager in managing the Project Schedule and ensure the client gains maximum business benefits from that mechanism
• Provide planning expertise and assist the project with their project planning activities

Specific Accountabilities

• Supervise the planning function during design and/or construction stages of assigned project/projects.
• Effective maintenance of Performance through HS&E program
• Achieve safety standards
• Responsible for assessing effectiveness of working practices and systems with a view to continuously improving systems, personal and team performance
• Carry out work in accordance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality systems
• To manage the Planning Team to deliver a complete Planning/Scheduling service to the Organization
• Work directly with the clients UEV Cost & Planning to ensure the Planning processes, procedures and systems are implemented and subject to continuous improvement reviews.
• Prepare weekly /monthly reports as required, and analyse contractors reports
• Manage the appropriate activities and process to ensure the preparation of Assets and that Shutdown plans are carried out in a consistent and accurate manner
• Schedule all HSE issues relevant HSE plan activities
• Liaise with the Management Team on all relevant cost and planning issue
• Prepare regular status reports and forecasts for project management and client review.
• Supervise and develop other planning and specialist support staff at home and/or field office locations.
• Establish and maintain activity level integration between P3 and Project Management Reporting tool.
• Maintain the current and baseline schedule, analyse the effect of proposed changes and maintain the baseline change control authorisation process
• Quality Assurance – Responsible for working within the provisions and guidelines of the Quality Assurance system relevant to the Oil & Gas Business Unit.
• Safety – Responsible for personal safety safe working practices for the Oil & Gas Business Unit. Understand and follow OH&S procedures.

Requirements

• Must have an Engineering Degree
• Must have minimum 8 years post graduation total experience
• Must have minimum 5 years experience in same role (Project Control Engineer)
• Must have a proven track record of scheduling, monitoring and reporting of various stages of project in a multi-project environment and with demonstrable skills in Primavera.
• Must be able to highlight the Critical path to the line Manager and proactive to ensure completion of the project as scheduled.

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.