Senior Project Engineers/Specialists

Position: Senior Project Specialist / Engineer

1. Job Purpose

The Senior Project Specialist / Engineer is responsible for supporting project planning, scheduling, and execution tracking across high-value projects. The role ensures that project timelines are accurately developed, maintained, and monitored, providing clear visibility on progress, risks, and delays to support successful project delivery.

2. Key Roles & Responsibilities

A. Strategic Responsibilities

Support the development and standardization of project planning and scheduling practices

Contribute to the enhancement of project tracking, reporting, and scheduling methodologies

Provide schedule-driven insights to support project planning and decision-making

Ensure alignment of scheduling activities with project objectives and organizational standards

B. Operational Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules in coordination with project managers and stakeholders

Monitor project progress against approved schedules and identify deviations or delays

Perform schedule analysis, including critical path identification and impact assessment

Support project planning activities such as resource loading and task sequencing

Prepare and maintain progress reports, schedule updates, and performance dashboards

Coordinate with cross-functional teams (engineering, procurement, logistics, etc.) to ensure accurate schedule inputs

Identify scheduling risks and support the development of mitigation strategies

Assist in change management by evaluating schedule impacts of project variations

Ensure proper documentation, version control, and tracking of project schedules

C. People Management

Coordinate with project team members to ensure timely updates and accurate reporting

Provide guidance and support to junior project coordinators or planners, where applicable

Promote effective collaboration across departments to ensure alignment with project timelines

3. Key Business Interactions

Internal: Project Managers, Engineering, Procurement, Logistics, Finance Teams

External: Clients, Consultants, Vendors (as applicable)

4. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Schedule adherence and project timeline accuracy

Timely preparation and submission of reports

Accuracy of schedule analysis and forecasting

Effectiveness in identifying and mitigating schedule risks

Quality of coordination with cross-functional teams

5. Skills, Knowledge & Competencies

Technical Competencies

Strong understanding of project scheduling principles and methodologies

Proficiency in scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent

Sound knowledge of project lifecycle and execution processes

Ability to perform schedule analysis (critical path, dependencies, delays)

Experience in project reporting and performance tracking

Basic knowledge of cost control and project controls is an advantage

Behavioral Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Effective communication and stakeholder management

Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams

Time management and ability to meet deadlines

6. Qualifications & Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Project Management

Certifications

PMP or equivalent project management certification (preferred/required based on company policy)

Experience

Minimum 10 years of experience in project coordination, planning, or scheduling roles

Experience working on high-value or complex projects

7. General Requirements

The employee is expected to comply with all company policies, procedures, and standards.