We are recruiting on behalf of our partner — a leading consultancy firm in construction and infrastructure project management, recognised for its expertise in contracts, variations, claims, and dispute resolution (DAB, DAAB, local and international arbitration, courts of law) — a Planning Engineer with a strategic role in the analysis and optimisation of execution schedules for complex projects.

The role offers exposure to large-scale national and international projects, the use of advanced planning tools (Primavera P6), and the application of the Critical Path Method in technical and legal contexts with major impact. It is an excellent opportunity for a professional looking to leverage their expertise in an environment where rigorous analysis, accuracy, and critical thinking are essential.

If you are looking for a step forward in a niche field, with real visibility and responsibility, this role could represent the next stage in your professional growth.

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Responsibilities:

• Planning, updating, and revising work sequences across assigned projects.

• Developing and monitoring execution schedules and preparing As-Built programmes from the start of the project.

• Applying the Critical Path Method for planning and for delay analysis.

• Conducting cause-and-effect analysis of delays, both during contract execution and in support of claims.

• Preparing retrospective and prospective analyses, risk analyses, and initial Due Diligence reports.

• Preparing the delay analyses required for Statements of Case, Responses to Statements of Case, Rebuttals, and Rejoinders, within dispute resolution proceedings (DAB, local or international arbitration, courts of law).

• Identifying potential claims through continuous review and updating of programmes.

• Supporting the cost (Quantum) teams in quantifying the costs associated with delays, and the Contracts team in identifying critical delays.

• Liaising with collaborating lawyers to prepare and explain the delay analyses included in claims.

• Preparing written reports and monthly reports for the company’s clients.

• Site visits when required, and participation in meetings and working sessions.

Essential requirements

• Experience in planning construction works and developing Execution Programmes.

• Proficiency in Primavera (P6).

• Knowledge of the norms, codes of practice, and design standards applied in the construction industry.

• Familiarity with the common methods of delay analysis, both during execution and after contract completion.

• Application of the Critical Path Method, resource allocation and distribution, understanding of calendars, and the calculation of float (time reserve).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• English language skills — intermediate level.

Nice to have

• A degree in civil engineering/construction.

• Proficiency in MS Project and the ability to produce Time-Location charts.