Manager, Planning, Cost & Methods

Nickel Asia Corporation; Taguig; On-site; PHP 1,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Nickel Asia Corporation seeks an experienced Planning, Cost & Methods leader to drive project delivery across development, execution, and operations. You will coordinate with Engineering Head and lead a team to deliver innovative planning and cost solutions.

You will oversee budgets, schedules, and performance reporting, ensuring outputs meet quality standards and align with project goals across multi-discipline EPC environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, or related field)
• Master’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or Business Management is an advantage
• Experience in an energy-related industry is required
• PRC Engineer license is required

Responsibilities

• Works closely and coordinates Planning, Cost & Methods Team activities with the Engineering Head
• Leads the Planning, Cost & Methods in providing innovative solutions for the Project
• Oversee all approved planning, cost and methods services for Projects under Project Development, Execution and O&M
• Tracks the Planning, Cost & Methods Team schedule to ensure deadlines are met and goals are achieved
• Provides input during design criteria, employer requirements, engineering drawings, and tender documents
• Ensures that planning, cost and methods outputs meet PMO quality standards

Skills

Scheduling

Cost management

EVM

Data analysis

Excel

Power BI

Multidisciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Project Management/Construction/Business

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Power BI

Job description

What you will be doing:

• Works closely and coordinates Planning, Cost & Methods Team activities to the Engineering Head.
• Leads the Planning, Cost & Methods in providing innovative solutions needed for the Project.
• Oversee all approved planning, cost and methods technical services for Projects under Project Development, Project Execution and O&M Department.
• Tracks the Planning, Cost & Methods Team schedule of activities to ensure that deadlines are met and goals accomplished.
• Provides crucial input during the preparation of Design Criteria, Employer Requirements, engineering drawings, and tender documents.
• Ensures that the Planning, Cost & Methods calculations and output for Projects are accurate and within the minimum quality requirements established by the PMO.

What you need to be great in this role:

Educational Attainment:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, or related field)

2. Master's Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, or Business Management is an advantage

3. Experience in an energy-related industry is required

Licensure:

PRC Engineer

Experience:

Minimum 8-12 years of experience in project planning, cost engineering, or project controls. At least 3-5 years in a managerial or leadership role

Special Courses/Trainings:

1. Proficiency in project management and scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project)

2. Training in cost engineering, budgeting, and financial forecasting

3. Knowledge of methods engineering, process optimization, and project control systems

3. Knowledge of methods engineering, process optimization, and project control systems

Functional/Technical Skills:

1. Strong expertise in project scheduling, critical path analysis, and resource leveling

2. Ability to develop and manage project budgets, cost baselines, and cash flow forecasts

3. Experience in Earned Value Management (EVM) and project performance reporting

4. Knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and productivity analysis

5. Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools (Excel advanced, Power BI, or similar)

6. Familiarity with EPC project environments and multidisciplinary coordination