Senior Project Planner at a Market Leading Engineering Group in Phnom Penh

Senior Project Planner at a Market Leading Engineering Group in Phnom Penh

• Drive end-to-end project planning, scheduling, and control for complex M&E and EPC projects

• Up to 6,000 USD plus benefits

The Role

This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced project planning professional to take ownership of scheduling, coordination, and control across large-scale engineering and construction projects. You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to technical standards

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and highly respected engineering solutions provider with a strong presence across Cambodia and the Mekong region, delivering complex M&E, power, and infrastructure projects

Description

• Lead overall project planning and scheduling activities across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, milestones, and critical paths using professional planning tools

• Coordinate closely with project directors, managers, engineering teams, and site teams to align timelines and resources

• Prepare procurement and material delivery schedules to support project execution

• Monitor project progress, identify delays or risks, and recommend corrective actions

• Review and validate project plans prior to project commencement

• Support cost control and optimization initiatives through effective planning and sequencing

• Oversee planning inputs related to commissioning and multi-discipline interfaces

• Maintain accurate records of resources, progress updates, variations, and changes

• Apply digital tools and technologies (e.g. BIM) to improve planning accuracy and efficiency

• Interpret technical drawings, design documentation, and contractual requirements (e.g. FIDIC)

• Lead, coach, and guide junior planners and team members

• Support project close-out activities, documentation, and handover processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering (professional certification is an advantage)

• Minimum 15 years of experience in MEP design and construction project environments

• Strong hands-on experience with project planning tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent

• Solid understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and utilities systems

• Proven ability to manage complex, technically demanding construction schedules

• Strong knowledge of project controls, cost optimization, and scheduling best practices

• Experience working with EPC or large-scale infrastructure projects preferred

• Excellent leadership, coordination, and stakeholder management skills

• Strong command of written and spoken English

Benefits

Other Allowances

Career Growth Opportunities

Work for a dynamic work environment, a global company with competitive compensation, and ongoing learning opportunities

For more information contact Tun Chit Su Myat on Telegram @suumyatt