Key Responsibilities Planning and Schedule Development • Review contracts, Invitations to Bid (ITB), project specifications, and other project documents to understand project requirements, execution strategies, schedule constraints, and planning requirements. • Develop and implement planning and scheduling strategies, execution methodologies, and schedule management procedures appropriate to the assigned project. • Proactively identify, obtain, validate, and manage information required for schedule development and maintenance. • Develop and maintain Project Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), including JGC FWBS and PCWBS. • Facilitate schedule reviews and coordinate approval processes with project stakeholders, JV/Consortium partners, and clients as required. • Provide planning and scheduling input to Project Execution Plans and project control strategies. • Develop, maintain, and update project schedules, including Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 schedules and other planning deliverables as required. • Prepare and maintain Basis of Schedule documents, assumptions, and schedule development methodologies. Schedule Monitoring and Control • Monitor project schedule performance and maintain accurate schedule updates throughout the project lifecycle. • Analyze schedule progress, trends, variances, and critical path activities. • Conduct schedule forecasting and identify potential risks, opportunities, and schedule impacts. • Facilitate schedule review meetings with project teams, management, clients, and JV/Consortium partners. • Promote schedule awareness and alignment through presentations, workshops, and stakeholder engagement. • Establish and maintain key project milestones and schedule control measures. • Support the development of schedule recovery and mitigation plans when required. Progress Measurement and Reporting • Develop and implement progress measurement systems, procedures, and methodologies. • Coordinate preparation and approval of Project Control Plans, Progress Measurement Procedures, Reporting Procedures, and related project control documentation. • Develop progress curves, performance indicators, forecasts, and reporting tools. • Monitor actual progress against approved baselines and planned performance. • Prepare and issue periodic and ad hoc project progress reports. • Present schedule status, forecast outcomes, project risks, and recommended actions to project management and clients. Schedule Analysis and Risk Management • Perform schedule risk analyses using Primavera Risk Analysis or equivalent tools where applicable. • Conduct delay analyses and evaluate schedule impacts arising from project changes, disruptions, or unforeseen events. • Develop recommendations and mitigation strategies to support project decision-making. • Support the development and substantiation of Extension of Time (EOT) claims and related contractual schedule analyses as required. • Perform scenario analyses and ad hoc schedule studies to support project optimization and management decision-making. Coordination and Stakeholder Management • Coordinate planning and scheduling activities across project functions, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project management, as applicable to the assigned project. • Maintain effective working relationships with clients, JV partners, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders. • Lead or support planning and scheduling interfaces with client representatives and facilitate periodic progress review meetings. • Provide clear, accurate, and timely planning and scheduling information to support project objectives and stakeholder expectations. Leadership and Team Development • Lead or support planning and scheduling teams as assigned. • Coordinate work assignments and monitor team performance where required. • Coach, mentor, and support the development of junior planning and scheduling professionals. • Promote the consistent application of project control standards, procedures, and best practices. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Planning and Scheduling function. • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned to support business and project objectives. • Duties and responsibilities may vary based on project phase, assignment, and organizational requirements. Requirements • Between 15 to 22 years of planning and scheduling experience in major projects within the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, or related industries. • Demonstrated experience supporting proposal, FEED, and EPC projects. • Experience in multidisciplinary project environments and project execution organizations. Technical Competencies • Advanced knowledge of Project Controls principles and industry practices. • Strong expertise in Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development and implementation. • Strong proficiency in Primavera P6. • Working knowledge of Primavera Risk Analysis or equivalent risk analysis tools. • Strong understanding of project schedule development, critical path analysis, schedule optimization, and forecasting techniques. • Experience with progress measurement, reporting, schedule risk assessment, and delay analysis. Leadership and Business Competencies • Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. • Excellent communication, presentation, and facilitation skills. • Ability to work effectively within multicultural and cross-functional teams. • Ability to perform effectively under challenging schedules and dynamic project environments. • High ethical standards and accountability. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with international EPC contractors or multinational project organizations. • Experience on LNG, Refining, Petrochemical, or large industrial projects. • Experience supporting Joint Venture (JV) or Consortium projects. • Experience working directly with international clients and multicultural project teams. • Professional certifications related to Project Controls, Scheduling, or Project Management.