Assistant Planning Engineer

PENTA-OCEAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Singapore is seeking a highly driven Assistant Planning Engineer. This role supports planning and scheduling for construction projects, ideal for fresh engineering graduates with strong analytical skills. Responsibilities include managing project documents, inputting data into scheduling software, and supporting communication among stakeholders. Training is available, making this an excellent opportunity to start a career in construction planning.

Qualifications

• Recent engineering graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are necessary.
• Experience in project management or data analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating, organizing, and maintaining project documents.
• Input data into planning and scheduling software.
• Schedule meetings and manage project files.
• Draft and distribute communications to project teams.
• Conduct preliminary research for project studies.
• Assist in preparing documentation for inspections.

Skills

Data analysis

Strong planning skills

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Organization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Google Workspace

Job description

We are looking for a highly driven and detail-oriented Assistant Planning Engineer to support the planning and scheduling efforts for our construction projects. This role is ideal for a fresh engineering graduate with a strong foundation in data analysis, research, and project coordination — and a desire to build a career in construction planning and project management

Responsibilities

• Document Management: Assist in creating, organizing, and maintaining project documents (plans, schedules, progress reports).
• Data Entry & Schedule Updates: Input data into planning and scheduling software; help update project timelines and resource allocations.
• Administrative Tasks: Schedule meetings, take minutes, and manage digital and physical project files.
• Communication Support: Draft and distribute internal communications to project teams and stakeholders.
• Research Support: Conduct preliminary research for feasibility studies, cost estimates, and risk assessments.
• Quality Control Assistance: Help prepare documentation for inspections and quality checks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Any Engineering fresh graduates with strong planning and analytical skills will also be considered)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Excellent organization, time management, and coordination skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Familiarity with project planning tools (Primavera P6, MS Project) is a plus; training can be provided
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace
• Prior internship or project experience in research, data analysis, or planning is advantageous