Project Planning and Control Manager

Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Scheduling

• Develop, maintain, and optimize integrated project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.

• Establish schedule baselines and ensure alignment with project execution plans.

• Identify critical paths, constraints, and schedule risks; propose mitigation strategies.

• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams for schedule inputs.

• Project Controls

• Implement and manage project control systems including cost control, progress measurement, and reporting frameworks.

• Monitor project performance against KPIs, baselines, and contractual requirements.

• Conduct variance analysis (schedule, cost, productivity) and recommend corrective actions.

• Manage change control processes and ensure proper documentation and impact assessment.

• Reporting & Governance

• Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports, dashboards, and executive summaries.

• Present schedule and cost performance updates to project leadership and stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with company project management standards and procedures.

• Risk & Issue Management

• Identify, assess, and monitor project risks and opportunities.

• Maintain risk registers and develop mitigation and contingency plans.

• Escalate critical issues in a timely manner.

• Leadership & Coordination

• Lead and mentor planning and control teams.

• Facilitate coordination meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

• Support audits, reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skill Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Project Management, or related field.

7–10 years of experience in project planning and controls, preferably in EPC, construction, oil & gas, or industrial projects

Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and project control tools.

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and EVM.

• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities.