Project Planning Engineer

Fort Hermon Limited - We are a dynamic engineering and construction company specializing in delivering high-quality infrastructure, building, and industrial projects. With a focus on innovation, safety, and technical excellence, we provide end-to-end solutions that meet global standards and exceed client expectations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Planning Engineer

Location: Lagos 
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities 

• Master Scheduling & Baseline Setup: Develop, maintain, and manage detailed baseline schedules (using Primavera P6 or MS Project) encompassing engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Resource & Cost Optimization: Plan and optimize the allocation of labor, machinery, materials, and subcontracting resources to match project milestones and productivity norms.
• Progress Monitoring & Control: Track day-to-day site progress against the baseline schedule, identify variances or bottlenecks early, and formulate proactive recovery plans.
• Cost & Cash Flow Management: Assist in preparing zero-cost analyses, monthly project budgets, cash flow projections, and revised cost-to-complete forecasts in coordination with the finance department.
• Reporting & Stakeholder Communication: Prepare comprehensive Management Information Systems (MIS) reports, dashboard updates, and S-curves for clients, consultants, and executive management.
• Risk & Change Management: Conduct delay analyses, evaluate extension of time (EOT) claims, monitor variations, and establish robust risk mitigation strategies.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the primary interface between site operations, procurement, commercial teams, and external consultants to resolve interface or execution issues smoothly.
• Plan the project from start to finish.Until Project is compeleted and handed over

Key Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 6 to 10 years of progressive experience in planning and scheduling within civil infrastructure and building construction environments.
• Software Proficiency: Expert-level mastery of Primavera P6 and MS Project; familiarity with BIM and cost-estimation software is an added advantage.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of construction methodologies, civil/structural sequencing, productivity outputs, site logistics, and sub-contractor management.

Salary
N650,000 - N850,000 monthly.