Planning Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Planning Engineer to join our team immediately for a 400 kV Overhead Transmission Line (OHL) Project in Kuwait. Position: Planning Engineer Project: 400 kV Overhead Transmission Line Location: Kuwait Experience: Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience in similar HV/OHL projects Joining: Immediate Key Responsibilities • Develop, maintain, and update the detailed project baseline schedule using Primavera P6 or equivalent. • Plan and monitor engineering, procurement, civil works, tower erection, conductor/OPGW stringing, testing, and commissioning activities. • Monitor actual progress against the approved baseline schedule. • Identify delays, critical activities, schedule risks, and potential impacts on project milestones. • Coordinate with construction, engineering, procurement, and project management teams to collect accurate progress information. • Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports and schedule updates. • Prepare look-ahead schedules and coordinate upcoming activities with site teams. • Analyze project performance, productivity, critical path, and schedule variance. • Prepare recovery programs and mitigation plans when required. • Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers regarding planned activities and project milestones. • Support the Project Manager with forecasting, progress measurement, resource planning, and schedule analysis. • Maintain accurate project records and planning documentation. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline. • Minimum 5 years of planning experience in similar high-voltage overhead transmission line projects. • Experience in 400 kV transmission line projects is highly preferred. • Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 or equivalent is required. • Good understanding of OHL construction activities, including foundations, tower erection, conductor/OPGW stringing, testing, and commissioning. • Strong knowledge of progress measurement, critical path analysis, schedule control, and delay analysis. • Excellent analytical, coordination, and reporting skills. • Immediate availability is mandatory. Show more Show less