Planning Engineer

SMEC (an SJ Group company); Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

SMEC (an SJ Group company) is seeking an experienced Planning Engineer to lead schedules for tender, consultancy, and construction phases using Primavera P6 and MS Project in Manila. You will run multiple what-if analyses to anticipate changes and impacts, and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.

The role requires 4–7 years in planning or project controls, with strong organisational and analytical skills, + familiarity with coastal/infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 4–7 years in planning, scheduling, or project controls, preferably in marine, coastal, or infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project; knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D is an advantage.
• Basic understanding of contractual claims processes and delay analysis techniques.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Good written communication skills for drafting contractual correspondence and progress reports.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Exposure to FIDIC or other standard forms of contract is desirable.
• Experience in delay analysis or involvement in EOT claim assessments is desirable.
• Familiarity with volume-based productivity tracking is desirable.
• Familiarity with coastal and reclamation works is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and update project schedules for tender, consultancy, and construction stages using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Develop multiple what-if scenarios to assess potential changes and impacts.
• Ensure schedules meet contractual and procedural requirements.
• Coordinate with design, construction, and contract administration teams to align schedules with project objectives.
• Prepare, compile, and maintain progress and productivity reports.
• Assist in calculating material volumes and analysing productivity.
• Maintain organised schedule-related records to defend against claims or disputes.
• Track schedule risks and provide early warnings to project teams.
• Identify weak or incomplete project records and close gaps with the team.
• Draft response letters on programme-related issues with senior staff.
• Assist in claims analysis, including review of contractor submissions.
• Perform initial delay analysis for EOT claims to identify entitlement and determine if detailed forensic analysis is required.
• Assist in preparation of EOT reports, including collation of records and analysis results.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management (related)

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

• Prepare and update project schedules for tender, consultancy, and construction stages using Primavera P6 and MS Project, including developing multiple 'what-if' scenarios to assess potential changes and their impacts.
• Ensure project schedules and updates meet contractual and procedural requirements.
• Coordinate with design, construction, and contract administration teams to align schedules with project objectives.
• Prepare, compile, and maintain progress and productivity reports.
• Assist in calculating material volumes and analysing productivity.
• Maintain organised schedule-related records to ensure defensibility in case of claims or disputes.
• Track schedule risks and provide early warnings to project teams.
• Identify weak or incomplete project records and coordinate with the team to close gaps.
• Draft response letters on programme-related issues in consultation with senior staff.
• Assist in claims analysis, including the review of contractor submissions.
• Perform initial ('first-pass') delay analysis for EOT claims to identify potential entitlement and determine if detailed forensic analysis is required.
• Assist in preparation of EOT reports, including collation of records and analysis results.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and update project schedules for tender, consultancy, and construction stages using Primavera P6 and MS Project, including developing multiple 'what-if' scenarios to assess potential changes and their impacts.
• Ensure project schedules and updates meet contractual and procedural requirements.
• Coordinate with design, construction, and contract administration teams to align schedules with project objectives.
• Prepare, compile, and maintain progress and productivity reports.
• Assist in calculating material volumes and analysing productivity.
• Maintain organised schedule-related records to ensure defensibility in case of claims or disputes.
• Track schedule risks and provide early warnings to project teams.
• Identify weak or incomplete project records and coordinate with the team to close gaps.
• Draft response letters on programme-related issues in consultation with senior staff.
• Assist in claims analysis, including the review of contractor submissions.
• Perform initial ('first-pass') delay analysis for EOT claims to identify potential entitlement and determine if detailed forensic analysis is required.
• Assist in preparation of EOT reports, including collation of records and analysis results.

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely preparation and updating of project schedules in accordance with project requirements.
• Accuracy and quality of progress and productivity reporting and schedule-related records.
• Timely identification and communication of schedule risks and potential delays.
• Quality and timeliness of programme-related reviews, correspondence, and claims support.
• Effectiveness in coordinating planning activities with design, construction, and contract administration teams.

Key Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 4-7 years of relevant experience in planning, scheduling, or project controls, preferably in marine, coastal, or infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project; knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D is an advantage.
• Basic understanding of contractual claims processes and delay analysis techniques.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Good written communication skills for drafting contractual correspondence and progress reports.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Exposure to FIDIC or other standard forms of contract is desirable.
• Experience in delay analysis or involvement in EOT claim assessments is desirable.
• Familiarity with volume-based productivity tracking is desirable.
• Familiarity with coastal and reclamation works is desirable.

About SMEC

For 75 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. Our design leaders and specialist teams draw on deep expertise and experience delivering projects across a range of diverse environments, from some of the world's most remote locations to some of the densest urban surroundings.

We understand the value of relationships to ensure that we comprehensively address all requirements at each stage in a project's development. By closely collaborating with our clients, contractors, subcontractors and asset operators, we deliver commercially informed design thinking through local specialists who understand on-the-ground context and industry expectations.

We stand apart through our historically diverse, globally connected workforce, operating out of more than 40 countries with strong local relationships.

Our diverse workforce of professionals are highly respected experts who bring talent, experience and passion to their fields. Challenging boundaries, we look beyond the project scope to ensure we leave a positive impact in the communities we live and work in and allow present and future generations to thrive.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively.

Join us in making a positive impact on the world!