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EPC Lead Planner & Scheduler

On-site in Madrid·Added 1 month ago (last checked 13 Oct)

Overview

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On-site, Madrid
English
Required
Experience
8+ years

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Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 8 years of planning experience in EPC, energy, industrial, infrastructure or construction projects.

  • Strong Primavera P6 and project controls expertise.

  • Proven experience developing and managing integrated EPC schedules.

  • Experience in critical path analysis, progress measurement and schedule recovery planning.

  • Solid understanding of EPC and commissioning interfaces.

  • Ability to analyse complex schedules and communicate effectively with management and clients.

  • Experience on large multidisciplinary projects.

  • Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.

  • Advanced English, written and spoken.

Nice to have

  • Experience in schedule risk analysis and quantitative risk assessments.

  • Knowledge of Business Intelligence (BI) tools.

  • Experience supporting claims and delay analysis.

The role

We are looking for an experienced Lead Planner to join our EPC Projects Division in Madrid, supporting the delivery of large-scale energy and industrial projects, including biomass and combined cycle power plants. Working on EPC projects exceeding €100 million, you will lead the development, integration, monitoring and control of project schedules throughout the full project lifecycle. You will be the focal point for planning matters, working closely with project management, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning teams and clients.

What you'll do

  • Develop, maintain and control integrated Level 2 and Level 3 schedules using Primavera P6.

  • Own and manage the integrated EPC schedule throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Review and challenge contractor and site Level 4 schedules, ensuring alignment with milestones and project objectives.

  • Assess progress, productivity, schedule performance and recovery plans.

  • Coordinate planning interfaces across Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning.

  • Monitor progress against approved baselines and perform critical path, delay and schedule analyses.

  • Identify schedule risks and opportunities, implementing mitigation and recovery actions.

  • Prepare planning reports, forecasts, resource-loaded schedules and progress curves.

  • Support claims, extension of time processes and planning review meetings.

  • Act as the planning focal point for management, clients and stakeholders, providing guidance to project planners when required.

Project Environment

  • Multi-disciplinary EPC teams across engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning.

  • Coordination and mentoring of additional planners depending on project complexity.

  • Madrid-based role with occasional project and client visits.

Why Join Us?

  • Work on major EPC projects with significant impact.

  • Participate in complex energy and industrial developments.

  • Collaborate with highly experienced project controls and project management teams.

  • Take ownership of planning activities across the full project lifecycle.

  • Excellent opportunities for professional growth and career development.

About EAG Empresarios Agrupados

EAG Empresarios Agrupados is a Spanish engineering and consulting firm specializing in the energy sector, particularly nuclear power. The company provides a wide range of services including engineering, project management, construction supervision, and maintenance for nuclear power plants and other energy facilities. With a strong focus on technical excellence, EAG is a key player in Spain's nuclear industry, supporting both operational plants and decommissioning projects.

Industry
Engineering
Founded
1971
Employees
500–1,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Almaraz, Trillo and 1 more
Website
empre.es

Good to know if you are moving

  • EAG is a Spanish company, so international hires would need to adapt to Spanish work culture and language.
  • The company is deeply involved in the nuclear energy sector, offering opportunities for engineers with specialized skills in nuclear systems, instrumentation, and structural analysis.
  • EAG has offices and projects in various Spanish locations, including Madrid, Almaraz, Trillo, and Garoña, providing opportunities to work in different regions.
  • The company offers positions for both junior and senior engineers, as well as internships, making it accessible for early-career professionals.
  • Given the technical nature of the work, proficiency in Spanish is likely essential for most roles.
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