Planning & Programming Engineer

CHINA COMMUNICATIONS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY LIMITED (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Singapore seeks a Project Planner to work closely with project managers in planning and monitoring project controls. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and at least 3 years of experience in the construction industry. Strong skills in Microsoft Project and Primavera, along with good communication abilities, are essential for this role. The position involves developing project schedules, managing milestones, and ensuring effective project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Familiar with Singapore Codes and Practices.
• LTA experience will be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project planners in developing schedules and tracking milestones.
• Monitor project changes, analyze their impact on costs and timeline.
• Prepare comprehensive project documentation and progress reports.

Skills

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Planning

Proactivity

Education

Degree in Civil/ Structural Engineering/ Construction or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

P6 Primavera

Job description

Job Desciption:

• Work closely with the Project Manager/ Project Director to plan, monitor, and report on project controls and progress measurement expenditures
• Lead and support project planners in developing a work breakdown structure, preparing project schedules and manpower, machinery, plant histograms, defining, and tracking key project milestones
• Develop corrective actions and forecast project progress trends based on findings
• Attend internal coordination meetings with subcontractors/suppliers
• Inform, highlight, and advise Project Manager/ Project Director if there are any indications of potential delays to the project
• Compare and benchmark the current project status against the project baseline, reviewing the status of the critical path
• Set planning targets for the site team, plan catch-up schedules, and allocate resources as needed
• Provide visibility and create accountability among stakeholders through clear metrics and reporting
• Track project changes, analyse, and understand their impact on project cost and timeline to ensure effective management
• Define and use KPIs to monitor project health, forecast trends, and take corrective actions as necessary
• Lead and support project risk management in identifying and monitoring project risks
• Develop contingency plans to address and mitigate any issues that arise during the project lifecycle
• Communicate regularly with team members and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives and progress
• Prepare comprehensive project documentation, including reports, presentations, and updates for senior management and stakeholders
• Create, review, update, and administer the project delivery schedule and plans using Primavera software to ensure effective project management
• Liaise with the Project Manager and project team to discuss project activities, monitor progress, and update the project schedule as needed
• Coordinate with clients and other subcontractors’ planning teams to organise different phases of construction development effectively
• Prepare analysis reports containing milestone progress status, critical issues affecting project completion, resource loading plans, project recovery plans, and extension of time claims
• Monitor progress closely and highlight any potential delays in achieving project milestones to proactively address issues
• Inform, highlight, and advise Project Manager/ Project Director if there are any indications of potential delays to the project
• Prepare project progress S-Curves and rolling programs (1/3/6 months) to visualise project timelines and resource allocations
• Generate and update weekly and monthly project progress reports that include program analysis, accomplishment reports, photographic records, status of the critical path, and recommendations for timely project completion
• Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning processes and methodologies within the team
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirement:

• Preferably with a Degree in Civil/ Structural Engineering/ Construction or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the construction industry
• Familiar with Singapore Codes and Practices
• Computer literate with proficiency in planning software such as Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, P6 Primavera
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work as a team and proactive
• LTA experience will be preferred