Senior Planning Engineer

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of energy infrastructure as a Senior Planning Engineer, based in Rotterdam.

This pivotal role offers the opportunity to lead and optimize complex project schedules.

If you thrive on precision, collaboration, and strategic planning, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring seamless project execution across engineering, procurement, and construction phases – contributing directly to timely, efficient, and safe delivery.

Required Skills:

• Expertise in developing and managing detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams including project managers, engineers, and stakeholders
• Skilled in analyzing project trends, identifying delays, and implementing corrective solutions
• Strong experience with progress reporting including earned value analysis and performance metrics
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to lead planning meetings and workshops
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and foster their professional growth

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience in the oil and gas industry (preferred but not mandatory)
• Familiarity with risk management, supply chain processes, and commissioning activities
• Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of project planning experience, ideally within the energy or oil and gas sectors
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 is highly preferred

Other Requirements:

• Based in Rotterdam with availability for a hybrid working model (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
• Willingness to comply with company policies and safety standards

Apply today to be part of a driven, collaborative environment in the heart of Rotterdam.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.