Job Title:
Planning Engineer
Company: Purple Corp.
Location: Pune, Maharashtra
Created: 2025-11-20
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
Job Title: Planning EngineerDepartment: Projects / PlanningLocation: PuneJob Purpose:To support and lead project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and control activities ensuring timely project execution, cost efficiency, and adherence to quality standards.Key Responsibilities:Project Planning & Scheduling- Prepare and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 / MS Project. - Develop baseline schedules, monitor project progress, and update timelines regularly. - Identify critical paths, potential delays, and propose mitigation plans. - Coordinate with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors for schedule inputs and progress updates. - For Senior level: Lead planning discussions, establish work breakdown structures (WBS), and integrate multi-discipline schedules.Progress Monitoring & Reporting- Track project performance using measurable indicators (progress %, earned value, etc.). - Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and presentations. - Highlight deviations from baseline schedules and suggest corrective actions. - For Junior level: Assist in data collection, update daily progress sheets, and support report preparation.Resource & Cost Planning- Coordinate with procurement, engineering, and site teams to align resource allocation with project schedules. - For Senior level: Conduct resource leveling and cost loading in Primavera; forecast manpower, equipment, and material requirements.Coordination & Communication- Participate in project review meetings and client coordination for progress updates. - Ensure effective communication between planning, site execution, and management teams. - Support documentation and record-keeping related to project milestones.Risk & Delay Analysis- Identify potential risks affecting timelines and prepare delay analysis or extension of time (EoT) documentation. - For Senior level: Conduct forensic schedule analysis and support claims preparation.Qualifications & Experience:- Education: B.E. / B.Tech. in Civil / Construction / Project Management or related field. - Experience: 3 - 8 years of experience in project planning and coordination. preferably in residential/commercial real estate.Skills & Competencies:- Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel (advanced). - Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. - Understanding of construction sequencing, BOQ, and cost control. - Excellent communication and coordination skills. - Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects (for Senior level).