Project Planner

Hitachi Rail Limited; Paço de Arcos; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail Portugal is seeking a skilled Planner to join our PMO in a hybrid setup. You will support project managers with scheduling, reporting and governance across large-scale engineering initiatives.

Ideal candidates hold a engineering/PM degree, 3+ years in PMO or project controls, and English fluency. Proficiency in MS Project/Primavera and Excel is expected; knowledge of Power BI is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Project Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in PMO, Project Controls, Project Planning or Project Coordination roles.
• Experience in railway, transportation, infrastructure or large-scale engineering projects is an advantage.
• IPMA Certification is considered an advantage.
• Fluency in English (mandatory).

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in the planning, monitoring and control of project activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones and baseline plans using project management tools.
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations and support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Prepare project performance reports, dashboards and management presentations.
• Support project forecasting activities, including workload planning, resource allocation and schedule updates.
• Monitor project KPIs and contribute to project performance improvement initiatives.
• Support the preparation and follow-up of project invoicing and contractual milestones.
• Coordinate project data collection and ensure consistency of project reporting information.
• Contribute to risk and opportunity management activities.
• Support governance activities, project reviews and management meetings.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Project controls

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Excel & reporting

Power BI

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering/PM or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Project

Oracle Primavera P6

Excel

Power BI

Job description

About Us A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

About Us A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description:

We are currently looking for a Planner in hybrid regime to join Hitachi Rail Portugal. A Planner is responsible for:

• Support Project Managers in the planning, monitoring and control of project activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones and baseline plans using project management tools.
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations and support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Prepare project performance reports, dashboards and management presentations.
• Support project forecasting activities, including workload planning, resource allocation and schedule updates.
• Monitor project KPIs and contribute to project performance improvement initiatives.
• Support the preparation and follow-up of project invoicing and contractual milestones.
• Coordinate project data collection and ensure consistency of project reporting information.
• Contribute to risk and opportunity management activities.
• Support governance activities, project reviews and management meetings.

Technical & Professional Skills

• Good knowledge of Project Management methodologies and principles.
• Experience in project scheduling, planning and project controls activities.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Project and/or Oracle Primavera P6.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Experience in project reporting, KPI monitoring and performance analysis.
• Knowledge of Power BI is considered an advantage.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Project Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in PMO, Project Controls, Project Planning or Project Coordination roles.
• Experience in railway, transportation, infrastructure or large-scale engineering projects is considered an advantage.
• IPMA Certification is considered an advantage.
• Fluency in English (mandatory).

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.