Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic Planning Engineer with hands-on exposure to at least one full project lifecycle — from planning stage to project completion. The role will be part of the Project Management Office (PMO) and will work closely with site execution, contracts, procurement, and senior management.
The ideal candidate should have strong technical planning capabilities and the ability to analyse, optimize, and crash project timelines without compromising quality and cost controls
Role Title: Planning Engineer
Department: Project Management Office
Location: Pune
Industry: Residential & Commercial Real Estate Development
Working Style: 6 Days Working across various Sites
Compensation: Competitive and aligned with industry standards in Pune real estate market, based on experience and capability.
Education Requirement:
· B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering (Mandatory)
· Master’s in construction management / project management (Preferred)
· PMP® Certified Professional (Preferred)
Experience Required:
· 2-3 Years of Experience in Real Estate Planning and Tracking
· Completed at least one full project cycle (Planning to Completion/OC stage)
· Experienced in Commercial & residential high-rise with Multiple basement projects
Technical Skills Required
· Excellent command over:
o Primavera P6
o Microsoft Project
o Microsoft Excel (Advanced – Pivot Tables, Lookup Functions, Charts)
o Microsoft Word & PowerPoint
· Strong understanding of:
o CPM & PERT concepts
o Resource Loading & Levelling
o Cost-Time Optimization
o Construction Methodology for High-rise Buildings
Key Responsibilities:
· Project Planning & Scheduling
o Prepare detailed project schedules using Primavera (P6) and/or Microsoft Project
o Develop WBS, activity sequencing, resource loading, and baseline programs
o Prepare cash flow projections linked with construction schedules
· Project Monitoring & Control
o Track project progress and update schedules
o Conduct variance analysis (Planned vs Actual)
o Identify critical path and near-critical activities
o Prepare delay analysis reports and recovery plans
· Timeline Optimization & Crashing
o Develop acceleration strategies for delayed milestones
o Perform resource reallocation and fast-tracking techniques
o Coordinate with procurement & contracts team for schedule-driven procurement
o Conduct scenario analysis for cost vs time trade-offs
· Reporting & MIS
o Prepare Weekly & Monthly MIS Reports for management
o Present schedule dashboards in PowerPoint
o Advanced Excel-based tracking (S-curves, productivity tracking, trend analysis)
· Cross-Functional Coordination
o Work closely with Project Manager, Site Engineers, Architects, Consultants, and Vendors
o Support management decision-making through schedule analytics
o Assist in preparation of micro-level construction execution plans
Behavioural Competencies:
· Analytical and detail-oriented
· Problem-solving mindset
· Strong coordination & communication skills
· Proactive and result-driven
· Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
What We Expect from You
· Ability to independently create and manage baseline programs
· Capability to identify schedule risks early
· Practical exposure to project crashing techniques
· Confidence in presenting planning dashboards to senior management
Work Location: In person
