Planning Engineer (Utility-Scale Solar PV Projects) - HQ Based

ERS Energy Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ERS Energy Sdn Bhd in Malaysia is seeking a detail-oriented Planning Engineer to drive the planning, scheduling, and execution of solar PV projects. You will oversee contracts, milestones, and resource allocations to ensure on-time completion.

The role requires strong organizational skills, experience in renewable energy, and proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project. You will coordinate with cross-functional teams and report progress to the Project Manager and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience as Planning Engineer in renewable energy, solar projects.
• Understanding of contracts, BOQ, and subcontracting.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prepare progress reports and communicate with team.
• Ability to propose schedule improvements.
• Collaborative with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in project management software - Microsoft Project

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and oversee solar energy projects.
• Prepare and submit weekly and daily progress reports.
• Monitor project status and inform managers about progress.
• Attend monthly and weekly progress meetings.
• Address planning issues with relevant departments.
• Support the project team as required.
• Review delays and impacts on schedule and propose fixes.
• Prepare mitigation and recovery plans when needed.

Skills

Planning

Scheduling

Reporting

Cross-functional teamwork

Stakeholder communication

Microsoft Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Planning Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning, scheduling, and execution of our Solar PV projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, plan, and oversee all aspects of solar energy projects, including contracts, subcontracting issues, milestone activities, project scheduling, and performance.
• Prepare and submit progress reports, including weekly and daily updates.
• Monitor, track, and update project teams, Project Manager, and superiors about the project status.
• Attend monthly and weekly progress meetings as required.
• Ensure all arising issues related to project planning are promptly addressed by the relevant departments.
• Support the project team whenever required.
• Review potential delays and schedule impacts of critical components of the work, and suggest solutions to maintain the project schedule.
• Notify internal and project teams about progress delays or advancements.
• Prepare mitigation plans, recovery plans, and acceleration strategies if required by the project team.
• Liaise with all project departments to ensure smooth project execution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer within the renewable energy sector, specifically solar projects.
• Strong understanding of contracts, BOQ, and subcontracting issues.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to prepare detailed progress reports and communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to propose effective solutions to maintain project schedules.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in project management software - Microsoft Project