Senior Planning Control Engineer

BRUNEL INTERNATIONAL SOUTH EAST ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Planning Control Engineer. This role involves developing and managing project schedules for significant oil and gas projects. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in project controls, strong proficiency in Primavera P6, and skills in cost management and stakeholder communication. Join a dynamic team focused on innovative project delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in project controls and planning, with at least 10 years in the oil & gas industry.
• Proven track record in managing planning and controls for large-scale EPC, FEED, and brownfield/greenfield projects.
• Experience in both onshore and offshore project environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 and other planning tools.
• Establish and manage Master Deliverables Registers, S-Curves, and progress measurement systems.
• Lead project controls setup, including cost and budget control, resource planning, and performance reporting.

Skills

Project controls

Planning

Cost control

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Excel

Ecosys

GBS

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Planning Control Engineer to join our team in Singapore. The successful candidate will play a key role in project controls, planning, and scheduling for major oil & gas and engineering projects, both onshore and offshore.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 and other planning tools.
• Establish and manage Master Deliverables Registers, S-Curves, and progress measurement systems.
• Lead project controls setup, including cost and budget control, resource planning, and performance reporting.
• Prepare and review CTRs (Cost, Time, Resource) and MDRs (Master Deliverables Registers).
• Conduct progress analysis, schedule risk analysis, and critical path management.
• Liaise with project management, engineering leads, supply chain, and EPC contractors to ensure alignment on deliverables and timelines.
• Support contract management, including variation orders, change requests, and contract amendments.
• Prepare and present weekly and monthly project reports, including progress, cost, and performance indices (SPI, CPI).
• Oversee internal and external reporting, including portfolio performance reviews and client meetings.
• Support project start-up, feasibility studies, FEED, detailed design, and execution phases.
• Ensure compliance with company project services standards and industry best practices.
• Mentor and support project services teams, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred) or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in project controls and planning, with at least 10 years in the oil & gas industry.
• Proven track record in managing planning and controls for large-scale EPC, FEED, and brownfield/greenfield projects.
• Strong experience with Primavera P6 (Advanced), Microsoft Excel (Advanced), and project controls software (e.g., Ecosys, GBS).
• Demonstrated expertise in cost control, budget management, and resource planning.
• Experience in both onshore and offshore project environments, including FPSO and plant construction.
• Familiarity with contract management, procurement, and risk analysis.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable Skills & Certifications

• Registration with the Board of Engineers (or equivalent professional body).
• Training in Primavera Risk Analysis and advanced project controls methodologies.
• Experience with carbon capture, storage, and decarbonisation projects is an advantage.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and portfolios simultaneously.

Personal Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Committed to continuous professional development and upholding high standards of project delivery.

Brunel International S.E.A Pte. Ltd.
UEN No: 199603098R
EA License No: 16S8067
Reza Johannes - R1871121