Junior Planner

Description

Summary: Seeking a Junior Planner to support global industrial projects within a Project Controls & Analytics function, focusing on large-scale, low-carbon initiatives. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to work on meaningful and impactful projects 2. Continuous training and development 3. Integration into a dynamic, international team **Junior Planner** ------------------ ### **Overview** We are currently strengthening our team by recruiting a **Junior Planner** to support global industrial projects. The role is part of the Project Controls \& Analytics function within an Engineering \& Construction environment, focused on delivering large\-scale, low\-carbon industrial projects. The selected candidate will be based in Portugal and integrated into a dynamic and multicultural team. ### **Key Responsibilities** * Develop, monitor, and analyse project schedules. * Perform planning and scheduling activities across the full project lifecycle, from development to delivery. * Review and analyse contractor and supplier schedules. * Conduct time impact analysis, delay analysis, and support extension of time claims. * Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Project Management teams. * Evaluate planning procedures and propose improvements. * Apply standard planning methodologies, tools, and best practices. * Develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS). * Ensure schedule accuracy and consistency of project data. * Coordinate planning activities, meetings, and reporting. * Perform baseline tracking, what\-if analysis, and contingency planning. * Support planning of fabrication, installation, and maintenance activities. ### **Reporting \& Controls** Prepare and maintain reports including: * Baseline data (planned dates, progress, manhours/units) * Actual performance data (progress, earned values) * Forecast data (dates, resources) * Schedule Performance Index (SPI) * Cost Performance Index (CPI) * Milestone Trend Analysis (MTA) * Project KPIs * S\-curves (progress and manhours) * Critical path analysis * Short\-term lookahead schedules ### **Requirements** ### **Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field * Experience in sectors such as Power, Oil \& Gas, Refining, or Petrochemical (preferred) * Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project * Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel * Availability for international travel (short and medium term) * Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus) ### **Soft Skills** * Results\-oriented mindset * Strong teamwork and collaboration skills * Analytical thinking * Proactive attitude ### **Benefits** * Opportunity to work on meaningful and impactful projects * Competitive compensation package * Continuous training and development * Integration into a dynamic, international team * Career growth opportunities