Planning Engineer - Campus Development

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Planning Engineer with 4 to 6 years of relevant experience to join our dynamic team. The incumbent will be responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring construction projects to ensure that they are completed on time, within budget, and according to specifications. Activities and Tasks Responsibilities would include, but not be limited to, the following: Project Planning and Scheduling: Developing and maintaining project schedules using tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project; Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define project objectives, deliverables, and timelines; Identifying critical path activities and ensuring that resources are allocated appropriately to meet project deadlines; Leveraging AI tools and BIM for efficient project management; Resource Management: Assessing project resources, including labour, materials, and equipment, and developing detailed resource-loaded schedules; Monitoring resource usage to ensure that any adjustments or changes to resource allocation are reflected in the project schedule; Monitoring and Reporting: Tracking project progress against the schedule and identifying any delays or potential issues; Providing regular updates and reports on project status, including earned value analysis (EVA) and progress curves; Conducting time-impact analysis and advising on corrective actions to mitigate delays; Risk and Issue Management: Identifying potential risks and issues related to the project schedule and suggesting mitigation; Implementing risk management plans and participating in project review meetings to update the team on project risks; Cost Control and Budgeting: Collaborating with cost engineers to align project schedules with budget estimates; Monitoring costs associated with changes in the schedule and providing input for cost forecasting; Coordination and Communication: Ensuring seamless communication between different departments (engineering, procurement, construction, and subcontractors) to maintain alignment with the project schedule; Participating in project planning meetings and representing the planning function in project reviews; Providing support to other IIHS activities including academics, research, training, practice, operations and others; Participating in all activities of Institution-Building at IIHS; carrying out tasks as assigned by IIHS; and traveling on IIHS work within or outside the country as and when needed. Structure and Reporting The planning engineer will report to the Lead Campus Development at IIHS and will be required to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of internal teams and external individuals/ organizations, and students. Person Specification The ideal candidate should have: A bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; 4 to 6 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, and construction management; Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and/ or other project management software; Strong understanding of construction methodologies, processes, and materials; Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles; Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and codes; Strong organizational and time management skills; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, and also independently when needed; Professional certifications such as PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional) or PMP (Project Management Professional) will be an advantage; Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects or commercial or residential construction would be preferred; Knowledge of BIM (Building Information Modelling) will be an added advantage; Software skills - AutoCAD; MS Office; MS Project; REVIT BIM.