Trainee Planning Engineer (Mechanical)

The Value Engineering; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 223,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentorship

Exposure to real-time projects

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Value Engineering in Islamabad, Pakistan, is seeking a passionate Trainee Planning Engineer (Mechanical) to start a career in project planning within engineering or construction. Fresh mechanical engineering graduates are encouraged to apply, working under senior planners to learn scheduling, progress monitoring, and reporting.

Responsibilities include preparing timelines, updating WBS and resource plans, coordinating with engineering, procurement and execution teams, and producing regular

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a reputed university.
• Strong academic record with understanding of project planning and engineering principles.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel; familiarity with Primavera or MS Project is a plus.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and updating project timelines, WBS, and resource plans.
• Monitor project progress and identify deviations from planned schedules.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement and execution teams to gather updates.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly project reports.
• Maintain documentation of planning activities and updates.
• Learn and apply project planning standards, tools, and best practices.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Willingness to learn

Fresh graduate

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Primavera

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

The Value Engineering Pakistan | Full time

Islamabad, Pakistan | Posted on 05/22/2025

The Value Engineering prides itself in being the Fastest Growing Construction Consultancy Services Company in Pakistan. Our Talented People, Latest Technology and Quality Assurance protocols have helped us to earn the reputation of being a fine, reliable and result oriented company upholding the interests of our valued partners.

Job Description

We are looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Trainee Planning Engineer (Mechanical) to join our engineering and project planning team. This role is ideal for a fresh mechanical engineering graduate from a reputed institution who is eager to begin a career in project planning within the engineering or construction industry.

As a Trainee, you will work under the supervision of senior planning engineers to assist in preparing project schedules, monitoring progress, and ensuring alignment with project goals. This position offers excellent learning and career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Support in preparing and updating project timelines, work breakdown structures, and resource plans.

Monitor project progress and help identify deviations from planned schedules.

Coordinate with project teams (engineering, procurement, execution) to gather status updates.

Assist in preparing daily, weekly, and monthly project reports.

Maintain documentation of planning activities and project updates.

Learn and apply project planning standards, tools, and best practices under guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a reputed university/institute.
  
• Strong academic record and understanding of project planning and engineering principles.
  
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel); knowledge of planning tools is a plus (Primavera, MS Project).
  
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Willingness to learn, take initiative, and work in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1 year of relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
  

Structured training and mentorship under experienced planning professionals

Exposure to real-time projects and cross-functional coordination

Competitive stipend/salary and career growth opportunities

A collaborative and learning-focused work environment