Blue Projects’ Project Delivery & Engineering team is looking for a Project Planner / Project Controls Engineer to join our team in Romania.

About Blue Projects

Blue Projects is a full service Design, Engineering, Project Management and Construction Management company with international experience delivering complex greenfield and brownfield developments for global blue chip clients across retail, commercial and industrial sectors. We operate with a flexible, client focused approach, applying lean design and lean construction methodologies to ensure seamless cross discipline interface management and consistent quality.

With a presence in 53+ countries and 26 offices, our teams have successfully delivered 500+ projects totaling more than €8 billion in value—combining hands on ownership with a culture that prizes safety, down to earth collaboration, and being “always deliver & pleasant to work with.”

Deliver here. Grow here.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Planner / Project Controls Engineer to support the delivery of complex industrial, manufacturing, logistics and process projects across Romania and international locations. Embedded within multidisciplinary project teams, the role focuses on integrated planning, scheduling, cost control, progress measurement and risk analysis throughout the full project lifecycle.

This position requires strong technical planning expertise, hands on experience with large scale project schedules and close collaboration with project management, engineering, procurement, construction and cost control teams.

Job Description

• Develop, maintain and control integrated project schedules covering engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning in line with contractual and internal requirements.

• Define work breakdown structures, activity logic, critical paths, milestones and sequencing aligned with project execution strategies.

• Prepare baseline schedules, manage revisions and assess schedule impacts resulting from scope changes, delays or variations.

• Analyze schedule performance, float consumption, critical path changes and recovery scenarios.

• Support the setup and control of project budgets, cost breakdown structures and cost loaded schedules where required.

• Monitor planned versus actual costs, forecasts and cash flow in coordination with project management and cost control functions.

• Contribute to earned value analysis and performance reporting, including schedule and cost performance indicators where applicable.

• Assess schedule and cost impacts of changes, variations and claims as part of change management processes.

• Define and apply progress measurement methodologies for engineering, procurement and construction activities.

• Collect, validate and consolidate progress data from project disciplines, contractors and vendors.

• Prepare weekly and monthly reports, dashboards, S-curves, look ahead plans and management summaries.

• Support project risk workshops, maintain schedule related risk registers and perform what if and delay impact analyses.

• Identify key interfaces between disciplines, suppliers and contractors and reflect them accurately within the project schedule.

• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineering Leads, Procurement, Site Managers and Cost Controllers to ensure alignment.

• Participate in internal and external planning meetings, contractor coordination meetings and progress reviews.

• Provide planning and project controls input during tendering, budgeting and execution phases.

• Utilize MS Project as the primary planning tool, with Primavera P6 knowledge considered an advantage

• Apply advanced Excel skills for analysis, reporting and data consolidation, with familiarity in project reporting and cost control systems considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related technical discipline.

• Minimum 5 to 10 years of experience as a Project Planner or Project Controls Engineer on industrial or large scale projects.

• Proven experience working within EPC or EPCM project environments.

• Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling logic, sequencing and contractual milestones.

• Ability to manage planning data and collaborate effectively across multiple stakeholders in complex project settings.

• Fluent English, both written and spoken, with additional languages considered an advantage.

• Willingness to work on project based assignments with relocation across Romania and internationally as required.

• Openness to permanent employment or freelance, contract based collaboration.

• Ability to work effectively within multinational project teams and adapt to different project environments.

Additional Information

Career growth & well being

At Blue Projects, you’ll join a smart, open and communicative team with access to Online Learning Platforms, psychological and well being services, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Benefits (country specific)

Business health insurance coverage, access to sports and relaxation services, and performance based annual bonus; role appropriate equipment such as laptop, mobile phone, and data plan.

Global mobility

Opportunities for international assignments aligned to our Global Mobility Policy, with clear, equitable and standardized terms and conditions for short and long term engagements.

Our culture

We value safety, integrity, flexibility, and being great partners to our clients—operating with hands on ownership and a down to earth, high performance mindset.

Inclusion & Equal Opportunity

Blue Projects is committed to inclusion, dignity and respect, with zero tolerance for bullying, harassment or discrimination. We provide impartial support mechanisms and clear procedures to ensure a respectful workplace for all colleagues, contractors and agency workers.

GDPR & confidentiality

By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data strictly for recruitment purposes, in accordance with our GDPR practices; access is limited to authorized staff and handled confidentially.

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About Blue Projects

Formed in Romania in 2007, Blue Projects brings together dedicated and experienced engineers, architects and project managers with a track record of delivering complex, fast track developments worldwide. Our brand personality is dynamic and client oriented, focused on creating a memorable, meaningful and contemporary impact—supported by consistent standards and identity.

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How to apply

Please submit your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps.