Planning & QS Engineer

Planning & QS Engineer

• Evaluate contractor’s payment applications and prepare interim payment certificates.
• Track and control project cost against the budget.
• Manage and assess variations and change orders.
• Develop and maintain the project master schedule using software like Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Monitor the progress of works against the schedule and identify potential delays or bottlenecks.
• Conduct look-ahead planning (weekly/monthly) and reporting.
• Coordinate with contractors and consultants to align the schedule with actual site progress.
• Analyze and report on schedule variance and critical path.
• Suggest and monitor catch-up or recovery plans when there are delays.
• Liaise between the client, contractor, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Attend site meetings and progress reviews.
• Prepare progress reports, cost reports, and dashboards for the client.
• Assist the Project Manager in decision-making by providing timely cost and schedule data.
• Identify cost and time risks and suggest mitigation measures.
• Conduct value engineering exercises to improve cost efficiency without compromising quality.
• Understanding project specifications and developing time schedules and budgets that meet them.
• Delegating tasks and ensuring workers receive feedback.
• Understanding and meeting all contract requirements.
• Communicating with managers, supervisors, and the rest of the team.
• Analyzing technical drawings and providing material and cost estimates.
• Ensuring all projects are completed on time and within budgets.

Experience Level

Mid Level