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Senior Planning Engineer

On-site in Madrid·Added 29 days ago (last checked 27 Oct)

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On-site, Madrid
English
Required
Experience
Senior level

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Skills

Requirements

Languages

High Level of English (both spoken and written)

The role

What you'll do

  • Develop the Planning tools and deliverables (previously established) for the Project, being able to work autonomously within the field of responsibility assigned by the Planning Leader.
  • Contribute to achieving different types of objectives in the development and execution of Planning work on the Project.
  • In coordination with the Project Control Manager and the Planning Leader, cooperate, coordinate and communicate with the disciplines (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) to carry out such work within the Project, within the division of work assigned.
  • Participate in the assessment of impacts from change orders, internal deviations, and identified risks and opportunities.
  • Provide technical advice to the Project Planning group.
  • Contribute to the implementation of new tools and established procedures (both Area-specific and corporate).

Skills for the position

  • Support the functions assigned to Planning Engineers and Junior Planning Engineers. Propose changes to the Planning Leader when needed.
  • Help integrate the other team members.
  • Identify barriers that hinder teamwork and seek solutions that enable the achievement of the established objectives.
  • Contribute to the establishment of a positive working environment.
  • Request/attend his or her own training.
  • Keep up to date with technological developments and market innovations.
  • Maintain advanced knowledge and keep up to date with the tools and work processes of the Project Control Area. Attend training and outreach activities.
  • Propose suggestions regarding alternative methodologies and procedures that may improve performance, as well as any new software programs that may emerge.
  • Actively participate in the Lessons Learned Program by contributing improvements and available Lessons Learned.

Additional requirements

  • Strong interpersonal/communicative skills
  • Foreign site experience would be a plus
  • Extensive experience in refinery, petrochemicals or power.

Tolls

Wide experience in Primavera P6 and MS Office.

Hiring process

4 steps2 interviewsa task to do
  1. Interview with HR

    With Human Resources

  2. Language test

  3. Evaluation test

  4. Technical interview

  5. Professional references

  6. Enrollment letter

  • The company says it accompanies each candidate through every stage until they join.

About Técnicas Reunidas

Técnicas Reunidas is a global leader in engineering and construction for the energy sector, providing sustainable solutions for clean fuels, petrochemicals, natural gas, hydrogen, and carbon capture. With over 60 years of experience, the company designs and builds industrial plants worldwide, employing a highly skilled team of engineers and technical experts. Its headquarters are in Madrid, Spain, and it operates across multiple international markets.

Industry
Energy Engineering
Founded
1960
Employees
10,000–15,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Bilbao

Good to know if you are moving

  • Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, with a major office in Bilbao, offering opportunities in both cities.
  • The company is a global EPC contractor, so roles often involve international projects and travel.
  • Spanish language skills are commonly required, but many technical roles are advertised in English, indicating a multicultural environment.
  • The company offers internship programs (Becas) for recent graduates, which can be a pathway to permanent employment.
  • Madrid is a major European hub with excellent international connectivity, making relocation straightforward.
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