Planning Engineer

JLL supports the Whole You, personally and professionally.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology to our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people in our industry; and we support them through professional growth, flexibility, and personalized benefits to manage life in and outside of work. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, and technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, we empower you to shape a brighter way forward so you can thrive professionally and personally.

Planning EngineerKey ResponsibilitiesProject Planning & SchedulingDevelop comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar software

Create Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and critical path analysis

Prepare baseline schedules and resource allocation plans

Coordinate with project managers, site engineers, and contractors for schedule development

Monitoring & ControlTrack project progress against baseline schedules

Identify potential delays and recommend corrective actions

Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports

Conduct schedule risk analysis and mitigation planning

Monitor resource utilization and productivity metrics

Stakeholder CoordinationInterface with clients, contractors, and subcontractors on scheduling matters

Attend project meetings and present schedule updates

Coordinate with procurement team for material delivery schedules

Collaborate with quality and safety teams for integrated planning

Documentation & ReportingMaintain project documentation and schedule revisions

Prepare look-ahead schedules and three-week rolling forecasts

Generate progress reports with earned value analysis

Update project dashboards and KPI tracking

Required QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Professional certifications in project management (PMP, PRINCE2) preferred

Experience3-7 years of experience in construction project planning

Experience with infrastructure, commercial, or residential projects in India

Knowledge of Indian construction practices and regulatory requirements

Technical SkillsProficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and scheduling software

Knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, and best practices

Understanding of earned value management and cost control

Software ProficiencyAdvanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills

AutoCAD and project management tools

ERP systems experience preferred

Essential CompetenciesStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Knowledge of local labor laws and construction regulations

If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all of the requirements below. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.

About JLL –

We're JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That's why we're committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We're using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.

Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we're honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.

Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we're headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.