We have a current opportunity for a Planning Engineer on a contract basis. The position will be based in Muscat, Oman. For further information about this position please apply. Looking for Omani Nationals only.
 
Position Tittle:  Planning Engineer
Duration: 2 years (extendable)
Requires: Omani Nationals only
 
Minimum requirements
The project is currently in Optimize and forecast to move into FEED in Q1 2026.
 
The project team are now recruiting a Planning Engineer. The Planning Engineer will provide oversight with forward-looking information identifying expected planning performance and comparisons against Programme plans. This presents an early recognition of potential issues and provides leadership with information to pro-actively influence outcomes.
 
This role, open to local Omani staff, will be located in Muscat, Oman and the need for forward travel/location will be dependent on the FEED Contractor location once determined early in 2026.
 
Key Accountabilities
Assist in development of Level 1 schedule and the Schedule Basis and Assumptions document.
Develop and assure integrity of the project level 1 and Master Control Schedule, provide post update analysis, ensuring the project team are aware of key changes and impact to critical /near critical paths.
Ensure the integrity and efficiency of planning and progress measurement.
Provide planning support to the Project Team and Project Leader to ensure compliance with the Project Planning and Scheduling Procedure and projects common process guidance.
Continuously improve the planning strategy, plans and procedures in line with planning procedures
Ensure contractor compliance with contractual planning, scheduling, and reporting requirements especially those detailed contractually within the Project Coordination Procedures (PCP).
Support Digital Performance Management (DPM) development / implementation
Satisfy company requirements and the expectations of stakeholders.
 
Essential Education:
Degree in Engineering, Technical Discipline or Project Management
 
Essential Experience and Job Requirements:
5-10 years’ experience.
Some background and experience in major projects planning processes
Self-motivation and a high level of individual initiative and self-reliance are required.
Ability to interface, influence, and work effectively with members of the project team.
Bias for simplification and efficiency with focus on fit-for-purpose deliverables that meet the needs of the business.
Strong ability to build partnerships, actively engage and respect contributions of others.
Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
Experience of using Primavera version 6 (P6)
Strong analytical skills with expertise in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and ability to adapt quickly to new digital technologies and agile ways of working.
 

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