Project Planning / Scheduling Engineer

Elsa Talent; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruiting firm is looking for a Project Planner in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and significant experience in the oil and gas sector. Responsibilities include developing project schedules, monitoring progress, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams. Prospective candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in advanced planning software like Primavera P6.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in oil and gas projects.
• At least 7 years as a Project Planner/Planning Engineer.
• Extensive knowledge of project execution methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules for timely execution.
• Prepare regular progress reports and forecasts.
• Analyze deviations and propose corrective actions.

Skills

Project scheduling

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Project planning software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development, coordination, and maintenance of overall project planning and scheduling activities to ensure timely and efficient project execution.
• Prepare, monitor, and update detailed project schedules for engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases in accordance with project objectives.
• Develop and implement project planning systems, work breakdown structures (WBS), and progress measurement methodologies aligned with contractual and client requirements.
• Coordinate with all project disciplines and contractors to gather progress data and update schedules, ensuring accuracy and consistency of information.
• Analyze schedule deviations, identify potential delays or critical paths, and propose corrective actions to maintain project timelines.
• Prepare regular progress reports, forecasts, and performance indicators (S-curves, histograms, critical path analysis) for management and client review.
• Support project management in planning reviews, coordination meetings, and schedule risk assessments.
• Ensure integration and alignment between planning, cost control, and project control systems.
• Provide guidance and technical support to project teams in the effective use of planning tools and techniques.
• Utilize advanced planning software (e.g. Primavera P6) to develop, monitor, and control project schedules throughout all project phases.

Requirements

• Recognized Bachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalent educational background.
• Minimum fifteen (15) years of practical experience in oil and gas projects, including onshore, offshore, facilities, and pipeline scopes.
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience as a Project Planner / Planning Engineer in oil and gas projects (onshore, offshore, facilities, and pipeline).
• Vast knowledge and extensive experience in project planning and scheduling, including proficiency in planning software such as Primavera and other related tools.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and coordination abilities across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Proven experience in managing multiple schedules and delivering accurate planning outputs under tight deadlines.
• Sound understanding of EPC project execution and project control methodologies.