Planning Engineer at DOCG, Tanga – November 2025

JOB ADVERT – PLANNING ENGINEER

Project Details

• Company: DOCG (Main Contractor)

• Project: EACOP – Marine Terminal & Tanks Construction

• Location: Tanga, Tanzania

• Status: Open to both local and international applicants.

Position Summary

DOCG, the main contractor for the Marine Terminal and Tank under the EACOP Project, is seeking a highly skilled and internationally qualified Planning Engineer to join our dynamic project team in Tanga.

Key Responsibilities

1. Schedule Management: Develop, update, and manage the project schedule using Primavera P6 and other planning tools.

2. Reporting: Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, including S-curves, histograms, and look-ahead schedules.

3. Coordination: Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure accurate progress tracking.

4. Risk Management: Identify risks, delays, and schedule impacts, and develop proper mitigation plans.

5. Meetings: Participate in meetings with management, subcontractors, and the client.

6. Monitoring: Monitor project milestones, critical paths, and forecasted completion timelines.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, or a related Engineering field.

• Experience: 7–10+ years’ experience in planning & scheduling for large construction or oil & gas projects.

• Certifications (Internationally recognized certifications are required, such as):

  • PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional)

  • PMP (Project Management Professional)

  • AACE-PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional)

  • AACE-CCP (Cost Professional) is an added advantage.

• Software Skills: Strong command of Primavera P6, MS Project, and other planning software.

• Desirable: Experience working in multicultural and multinational project environments is an added advantage.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and forecasting skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• High accuracy, attention to detail, and strong reporting skills.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and certifications to:

• Email: tz_hr@docgi.cn

• Subject Line: Planning Engineer – Application

• Deadline: ASAP (As Soon As Possible)

DOCG is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.