We are looking for a Construction/Site Planner

Job Description

• ou will work in a multidisciplinary project team with interfaces with construction, commissioning, procurement, operation, project control etc.
• The Planner is responsible for the planning function within the sub project or at contract level in the project and responsible for the Construction planning function.
• The Planner shall be proactive and ensure that the sub project or Contractor has sufficient planning systems and procedures that ensure consistent planning in accordance with governing documents.
• Ensure the quality of Contract Master Schedule (CMS), Contractor Detail Schedule (CDS) and Contract Detailed Work Element Schedules (CDWES).
• Follow up of the contract during the contract period and attend monthly meetings.
• Progress control including float, efficiency, productivity measurement, trend and analysis for the contract.
• Establish and weekly update of KPI dashboard for critical areas.
• Together with Commissioning planner optimize schedule interface between Construction and Commissioning.
• Together with Contractor and EQN construction team give input to Operation plan and WO plan.
• Hands-on site role with close day-to-day follow-up of contractor planning activities and construction execution at site.
• Ensure input to monthly report preparation.
• Ensure contract administration related to schedules.
• Ensure risk management of the contract associated with Project Planning.
• Support Planner Lead and Project Control Manager in preparation of updated plans when Project baseline updates.
• Contribute to cross-functional collaboration and coordinated and good working processes within the project, operations and with the contractor’s planning functions and other relevant functions.

Qualification Requirements

• Minimum 10 years as planner in oil & gas brownfield projects within operated plants, including SIMOPS and shutdown/turnaround execution.
• Multi-discipline constructability skills and experience.
• Skills within Safran Project or similar tools.
• Team player with good communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to communicate in Norwegian is preferred.
• Relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred, but relevant experience may compensate for formal qualifications.
  
  Duration:31.03.2026-29.06.2027

 

We offer:

• Permanent or project-based employment with competitive terms and conditions
• Career opportunities with leading companies within energy, industry, technology, infrastructure, and construction
• A wide range of challenging projects – both nationally and internationally
• Exclusive access to MDE’s strong project and client portfolio through established framework agreements
• Close and continuous follow-up before, during, and after assignments by experienced recruitment and operations teams
• Structured onboarding and support related to mobilization, visa processes, and practical arrangements when required
• Opportunities to build your professional network and develop your expertise through varied assignments and long-term career planning
• Home–work–home travel discount agreements and other attractive employee benefits

• Consultant events bringing MDE consultants together across disciplines and projects – focusing on networking, knowledge sharing, and social interaction

   

About MDE

When the right people connect, we create value.

MDE Group is a global recruitment company, specializing in finding and placing the greatest talents worldwide. MDE currently consists of 12 companies that offer consulting, staffing, recruitment services as well as offshore personnel. With our unique knowledge of both the local and the international market, we will connect employees and companies, so they both find exactly what they are looking for. MDE aims to contribute to people developing and to ensure that our customers achieve great value from our services. We first succeed when both clients and our candidates reach their goals, together.

Our mission is to deliver relevant expertise. The right person with the right competence, at the right place and time. So simple, yet so difficult!