Planning Engineer

China Communications Construction Company Limited (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Singapore is looking for a Planning Engineer to develop and maintain project schedules. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in high-rise projects and a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project is essential. Responsibilities include monitoring progress, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with project timelines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Planning Engineer, preferably in high-rise projects.
• Knowledge of construction methodologies and contracts.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using planning tools.
• Monitor progress and propose corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Prepare progress reports and presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Proficiency in Primavera P6

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Job description

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6/MS Project, ensuring alignment with project objectives
• Monitor progress, identify potential delays, and propose corrective actions to keep the project on track
• Prepare progress reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders
• Coordinate with project teams to assess risks, resource allocation, and critical path activities
• Conduct site visits to verify progress and update schedules accordingly
• Ensure compliance with contractual timelines and project milestones
• Assist in claims management and delay analysis, if required
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and contractors to resolve scheduling conflicts
• Any other adhoc duties as assigned by management

Job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 3+ years of experience as a Planning Engineer, preferably in high-rise residential/commercial projects and have completed at least one project for entire project life cycle
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 (Earn Value Analysis), MS Project (with resource and cost loading), and other planning tools
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Knowledge of construction methodologies, contracts, and risk management
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines