Senior Planning Engineer (Omani National)

Job description / Role

Our client, a leading company in the Oil&Gas sector, is looking to hire a candidate for a senior-level position. We strongly encourage qualified professionals with relevant experience and strong knowledge in the field to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please find the JD below.

The position as Sr. Planning Engineer is accountable for all activities pertaining to the Planning services. This responsibility includes project planning, Management of Change, & Risk Management for OLNG Projects.

Key Roles and Accountabilities include:
1. Deliver project planning & scheduling to OLNG Projects.
2. Track project progress and exploit critical path of the project to meet the project timelines.
3. Supervise Work Breakdown Structures, Project Controls Systems and interfaces with financial accounting systems within existing Procedure and Guidelines.
4. Provide guidance for Project Plans and schedules using standard business software such as Primavera.
5. Coordinate Risk workshops, track actions closing and maintain updated Risk Registers.
6. Coordinate MoC workshops, track actions closing and maintain updated MoC Registers.
7. Coordinate Value Engineering workshops, track actions closing and maintain updated Value Engineering Registers.
8. Advise Project Team of deviations to plan, and be prepared to recommend corrective action to maintain the schedule or cost.
9. Check or assign cost control codes in accordance with the Work Breakdown Structure and Standard Code of Accounts for the invoices received and ensure it is in accordance with the contractually allowable compensation, and update value of work done (VOWD), expenditure forecasts, and other cost reports.
10. Monitor project procurement activities and makes adjustments for timing and procurement cost deviations.
11. Contribute to project proposals / project execution plans, including pricing and cash flows.
12. Project reporting to Project Managers and OLNG MT with accurate monthly/Weekly/Ad-Hoc reports that provide progress updates, critical path Analysis and MOC summaries.
13. Regular follow up on the status of all projects assigned and advice the mitigation plan.
14. Accountable for delivery, maintenance and management of standard and consistent full suite of planning, risk and project change management to OLNG Projects
15. Liaise with other team leads, departments and stakeholders in OLNG to ensure integrated planning approach.
16. Own the project change control process and support the OLNG MOC process by reviewing MOC and providing cost estimating and planning support.

- Preference will be given to Omani nationals.
- Min. of Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
- Min. 7 years in discipline and min. 5 years in projects.
- Strong knowledge of Planning Tools such as Primavera, MS Project, and MS Office (essential)
- Knowledge of Budget and cost Control technique.
- Strong Knowledge of ERP software.
- Strong personal commitment to HSE Leadership.
- Significant technical knowledge and skills in the Project Services competencies (e.g. Cost & Planning, Management of change, Risk management) and associated areas of activity in Contracting&Procurement or Finance.
- Strong knowledge of the overall project process, phases and steps.
- Project execution practical experience (e.g. engineering, controls, C&P, construction)
- Proven interpersonal and relationships skills in complex environments.
- Fluent English language - written and spoken.

About the Company

CME stands as the epitome of excellence in integrated outsourcing services in Oman, boasting over a decade of unwavering commitment and expertise. As a trusted outsourcing partner, we have been at the forefront of delivering a comprehensive range of services, including Recruitment & Contract Staffing, HR Consulting, Assessment, Project Management, and Accounting Outsourcing. With a track record of over 10 years, CME has solidified its reputation as one of Oman’s most reliable Human Resource Outsourcing agencies.

At CME, we believe that outsourcing, when executed with precision, is the key to unlocking unparalleled business success. Our journey is grounded in the understanding that effective outsourcing goes beyond reducing costs; it’s about enhancing value, improving services, and instilling innovation. Our experienced, trusted, and committed advisors stand ready to assist you in validating outsourcing strategies, understanding costs, building business cases, aligning stakeholders, evaluating options, and guiding you through vendor selection and negotiation

Whether you are venturing into outsourcing for the first time or seeking to optimize existing contracts, CME provides not just services, but strategic solutions and tools to elevate your business. The secret to progress is taking that first step, and at CME, we are dedicated to showing you how to enhance service delivery, quality, and costs to propel your business to new heights.