Planning and Scheduling Engineer III

Rotterdam, Netherlands

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reference
Job reference 1272767
location
Location Rotterdam, Netherlands
sector
Sector Energy - Oil & Gas
function
Function Planning / Scheduling
type
Employment type Contract
date
Date published May 6, 2026

Airswift is currently looking for a Planning and Scheduling Engineer III to work with an Oil and gas Operator Company.

Position: Planning and Scheduling Engineer III

Assignment Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands with some business trips to Guyana

Duration: 12 months renewable contract

Full time 5 days a week office based

Position Overview

Planning and Scheduling Engineer III is responsible for managing the Project Schedule and overseeing all aspects of the Progress Measurement System. This role ensures effective planning, scheduling, progress tracking, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. The position plays a key role in identifying trends, risks, and deviations from plan, while supporting capital efficiency and project delivery objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain, monitor, and control the integrated Project Schedule in alignment with the Project Plan, WBS, and Current Control Estimate.

  • Establish and manage the Progress Measurement System, including verification, performance measurement, and reporting.

  • Review contractor schedules to ensure appropriate logic, sequencing, level of detail, integration, and interface alignment.

  • Define schedule requirements, standards, and issue frequencies for contractor schedule deliverables.

  • Analyze schedule performance, identify trends and variances, and recommend corrective actions.

  • Maintain regular liaison with project teams and functional organizations.

  • Provide direction, technical guidance, and feedback to project planning and control engineers.

  • Support timely decision-making by responding to urgent schedule analysis requests.

  • Drive and promote capital efficiency through effective planning and schedule optimization practices.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management.

Experience

  • Proven experience in project controls with a focus on planning and schedule control.

  • Experience supporting large or complex capital projects is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and scheduling skills.

  • Proficiency in planning and scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6 or equivalent).

  • Excellent communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to planning engineers.

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines.

  • Adaptability to changing project priorities and environments.

Mobility

  • Willingness to work overseas and relocate to project sites as required.

Working Conditions

  • Office and project site–based role.

  • May require travel and relocation depending on project needs.

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