Planning Engineer

About the role

The role is responsible for ensuring planning and programming is performed to a high consistent standard across the business with the objective of accurate planning for driving timely project execution and at the same time protecting time related commercial exposure.

Key responsibilities

• Collaborate with BD team, Estimating Manager and Precontracts Manager to understand client requirements and seek clarifications on scope
• Develop programme schedule and timelines for performing construction work based on resource requirements and historical trending while striving for optimal resource utilization
• Incorporate robust construction methodology using innovative technology to optimize construction plan
• Highlight opportunities and risks associated with time related aspects of bids
• Monitor closely project progress and adherence to project plans in case project deviations are large
• Discuss deviations to plans internally, identify causes and develop mitigation plan; collaborate with Commercial team and Project Leaders to finalize terms
• Present revised timelines and negotiate with the client on modifications and changes to timelines
• Negotiate improved terms and timelines with suppliers and sub-contractors as needed
• Identify delay and disruption events
• Provide advisory support for the substantiation of entitlement claims

About you

• Degree in Building / Civil Engineering and membership of professional association (Chartered planning, project management) or Degree in Engineering
• Total relevant experience: 3 years or above in planning management
• Knowledge of planning processes and tools
• Knowledge of stakeholder management and conflict resolution
• Knowledge of risk management
• Good understanding of construction methodologies
• Good understanding of forms of Contract in the Philippines
• Proficient in the use of planning software (i.e. P6, Asta PP, Tilos)
• Willingness to learn new trends in construction planning
• Effective communicator

About us

Established in 1974 and headquartered in Hong Kong, Leighton Asia delivers a portfolio of high-profile infrastructure projects throughout Asia. We are a proven leader in the delivery of complex tunnel, rail and road networks, and offering a comprehensive range of services spanning key sectors including civil infrastructure, advanced technology, buildings, energy and resources, and MEP. We currently operate in Hong Kong, Macau, Singapore, Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and India. Leighton Asia is a member of CIMIC Group, an engineering-led construction, mining, services and public private partnerships leader with a history dating back to 1899.