As part of our strategic expansion into Europe, Sedgman has officially opened its first European office in Frankfurt, Germany. This marks an exciting chapter in our growth as we support major critical raw materials projects. Our team is at the forefront of delivering innovative, sustainable engineering solutions that drive the energy transition across Europe.
To support this growth, we’re looking for an experienced Planning Manager to join our team in Frankfurt, Germany.
In this position, the successful candidate will provide planning leadership to projects including program development and management review, review of progress measurement/forecasting strategies, risks, EOT claims, managing changes to planning processes and procedures as appropriate.

YOU ARE AN EXPERIENCED PLANNING MANAGER WITH THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS AND BACKGROUND:

• A tertiary qualification in a related discipline.
• A minimum of 10+ years of project planning experience in the Mining, Construction, or Oil & Gas industries.
• At least 5 years of practical site-based experience as a Senior Planner or Planning Team Lead.
• Strong technical planning expertise and leadership skills to guide cross-disciplinary teams effectively.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and JDE.
• Advanced reporting capabilities, including Earned Value and Risk Analysis.
• Attention to detail and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in delivering structured planning assurance and program reporting.
• PMI-SP Certification (desired).
• Fluency in English is required, and working proficiency in German.

• Leading the development, review, and management of comprehensive project programs.
• Overseeing the development of Work Breakdown Structures to align with Sedgman and client requirements.
• Performing critical path and schedule risk analysis and communicating findings to the project team.
• Conducting assurance checks on planning deliverables for quality, accuracy, and compliance with project standards.
• Managing P6 application and user administration for the project.
• Reviewing subcontractor and supplier schedules to ensure alignment with overarching project programs.
• Providing planning mentorship, guidance, and training to team members to build the team’s technical expertise.
• Assessing delay claims from subcontractors and addressing client-related obligations.
• Driving proactive risk management by identifying opportunities and challenges and implementing plans to optimize project performance.
• Leading the preparation and delivery of detailed reports, including Earned Value and Risk Analysis.Promoting continuous improvement in the planning function with a focus on industry best practices.