Project Planning Specialist

Role Overview

This role requires an understanding and application of project planning and execution methodologies aligned with internal control standards within the EPIC system framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the LBU/LPG project manager and lead planner in project scheduling, planning, and control.
• Develop detailed project plans during tender and execution stages aligned with project scopes.
• Create and oversee project schedules and man-hour budgets, monitoring progress against baselines regularly.
• Perform schedule impact assessments due to design or construction changes.
• Evaluate project status versus planned targets and implement corrective measures when needed.
• Develop and maintain integrated resource-loaded baseline and current schedules to aid cost forecasting.
• Ensure application of best practices such as critical path methods and compliance with Six Sigma quality standards.
• Provide timely reports on schedule and manpower metrics including project baseline, actuals, and forecasts to management; prepare presentation materials for project reviews.
• Coordinate project activities to meet objectives within budget; conduct site inspections to verify progress and identify critical issues.
• Collaborate with teams to recommend recovery actions, updating schedules and budgets accordingly.
• Alert LPG Lead Planner, Portfolio Leader, or Project Controls Manager about any scheduling deviations and offer resource optimization input.

Qualifications and Experience

• 8 to 12 years of professional experience in project management.
• B.E. or B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Preferably experienced in Substation projects.
• Familiarity with Power Grids, FACTS, AIS, and GIS planning phases.
• Experience handling project management plans (PMP) and PS&E documents.
• Skilled in using Oracle Primavera P6 planning software.
• Experience in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) project planning.
• Strong verbal and written English communication capabilities.
• Proficient in creating, maintaining, and updating schedules and reports using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Ability to operate from offshore locations.
• Exposure to multicultural environments.
• Proactive, self-driven, adaptable, and quick learner.
• Competent in documenting business requirements.

Additional Information

Applicants with substation experience will be given preference.