Mechanical Engineer

Industry: Construction & Fit-out Location: Azerbaijan Job Type: Full-time About Workpace Interiors Workplace Interiors is a leading force in the construction and fit-out industry, delivering high-impact turnkey projects across Azerbaijan and beyond. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, and we are looking to expand our team with a driven professional who thrives in a dynamic, results-oriented environment. Position Overview Planning Engineer is responsible for developing, monitoring, and updating project schedules to ensure timely and efficient execution of project activities. They coordinate with project teams, track progress, analyze delays, and provide forecasts to support informed decision-making. The role ensures that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with contractual and organizational requirements. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project. Set timeline structures aligned with contract requirements, deliverables, and milestones. Break down project scope into clear activities for engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning. Create and update CPM networks, bar charts, and time-phased schedules. Review construction methods to confirm logical sequencing and workflow. Attend the tender process and support bid preparation by reviewing tender schedules, timelines, and assumptions, and providing planning input during pre-bid and clarification stages. Coordinate with engineering, procurement, site teams, and subcontractors to collect durations and dependencies. Gather and integrate manpower, equipment, and material data into the schedule. Participate in coordination meetings and provide time-related insights for decision-making. Validate reported progress to ensure project schedules and reports accurately reflect actual site conditions and execution status. Monitor progress against the baseline and identify risks, slippages, and critical path issues. Perform schedule variance analysis and support development of acceleration or recovery plans. Identify and immediately report any inactivity, delays, or inefficiencies that may impact project performance or resource utilization. Monitor procurement schedules and key project control logs, including submittals (SDs), material approval requests (MARs), notices for information (NFIs), and nonconformance reports (NCRs). Deliver routine schedule updates, dashboards, and performance reports to management. Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports, look-ahead plans, and performance summaries. Maintain accurate records of schedule updates, assumptions, and progress data for claims and documentation. Requirements Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field). Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience as a Planning Engineer in construction or project-based environments. Technical Skills Strong proficiency in Primavera P6 and/or MS Project, AutoCAD, MS Office. Solid understanding of project management principles and EPC workflows. Core Competencies Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with good problem-solving. Effective negotiation, communication, and organizational abilities. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Skills to plan, delegate, and evaluate progress toward project goals. Language Proficiency Fluency in Azerbaijani and good command of English is required. What we offer: Medical insurance Competitive salary Professional development opportunities We are seeking skilled and proactive Planning Engineers to help drive our construction projects to success. Join our dedicated team and contribute to delivering excellence! Please submit your CV with the subject line “Planning Engineer” to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button.