Full-Time
Planning Manager
Posted on 7/29/2025
CIMIC
1,001-5,000 employees
Engineering-led construction, mining, and services
No salary listed
Frankfurt, Germany
Hybrid
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- A tertiary qualification in a related discipline and 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 ERP systems (SAP, JDE, Oracle, etc).
- Advanced reporting capabilities, including Earned Value and Risk, EOT Analysis.
- Solid experience in 4D planning.
- Attention to detail and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in delivering structured planning assurance and program reporting.
- Fluency in English is required, and working proficiency in German.
- PMI-SP Certification.
- 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, Scheduled Risk and Extension of Time Analysis.
- Review and validate 4D models created by the planning team for accuracy and feasibility.
- Promoting continuous improvement in the planning function with a focus on industry best practices.
- PMI-SP Certification.
- Fluent in German.
- Experience in the Mining, Construction, or Oil & Gas industries.
CIMIC Group provides engineering-led services across construction, mining, and related fields, managing projects from planning and investment through design, construction, and long-term operation. It works through a network of specialized subsidiaries—CPB Contractors, Leighton Asia, Broad, Thiess, Sedgman, UGL, Pacific Partnerships, EIC Activities, Ventia, and BIC Contracting—to offer integrated solutions for infrastructure, resources, and services. Revenue comes from construction contracts, mining operations, and long-term service agreements, including public-private partnerships with governments and institutions. The goal is to deliver coordinated, end-to-end asset development and management, leveraging a large platform that combines multiple capabilities to cover the full project lifecycle.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Sydney, Australia
Founded
1949
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- UGL Transport's 50:50 Sojitz JV accelerates Asia-Pacific rail expansion leveraging North American and Indian expertise.
- Leighton Asia's Maverick acquisition positions CIMIC in high-growth Asian data centre and semiconductor markets.
- 60% Thiess consolidation and planned 2026 acquisition completion strengthen operational control and earnings visibility.
What critics are saying
- 2027 Thiess 40% acquisition triggers AU$320M cash outflow amid high interest rates and liquidity pressure.
- Sojitz partnership risks competitive displacement of CIMIC in Asia-Pacific rail markets within 12-18 months.
- Australian federal infrastructure budget cuts reduce PPP awards by 25%, sidelining Pacific Partnerships' legacy pipeline.
What makes CIMIC unique
- Integrated asset lifecycle management from planning through long-term operations across infrastructure, mining, and services.
- Diversified subsidiary network including CPB Contractors, Thiess, UGL, and Leighton Asia enables specialized expertise delivery.
- Strategic partnerships with Sojitz and parent ACS Group unlock Asia-Pacific rail and emerging market opportunities.
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CIMIC Group sells 50 per cent of UGL Transport for $500 million. Japanese conglomerate Sojitz Group has acquired a 50 per cent stake in UGL's transport business from CIMIC Group, in a deal worth approximately $500 million in cash. The transaction creates a 50:50 joint ownership structure between CIMIC and Sojitz, positioning UGL Transport to broaden its service offering and move into new markets. This includes pursuing Asia - Pacific opportunities in partnership with CIMIC, HOCHTIEF and ACS companies such as Leighton Asia. UGL Transport operates as an integrated transport services platform across Australia and New Zealand, with forecast revenue of $1.1 billion in 2025. Its capabilities cover rolling stock manufacturing and maintenance, network management, transport operations, and advanced signalling and communications systems. Masakazu Hashimoto, Sojitz Managing Executive Officer and COO of the Aerospace, Transportation & Infrastructure Division, said the company brings deep global rail expertise, including investments in North American railcar maintenance and leasing, and EPC delivery for India's railways and the Jakarta metro. "Following our recent strategic moves into Australia's infrastructure and energy sectors, we are honoured to form a promising partnership with UGL, and look forward to driving growth for both organisations by leveraging Sojitz's extensive experience and networks across Asia," he said. ACS Group and HOCHTIEF Chief Executive Officer and CIMIC Group Executive Chairman Juan Santamaría said the partnership reflects UGL Transport's strength and future potential. "Together with Sojitz, we will accelerate UGL Transport's expansion into new markets and new technologies, including growth across Asia Pacific in collaboration with Leighton Asia, while continuing to support Australia's transport networks," he said. CIMIC will retain full ownership of UGL's specialist engineering and industrial businesses across energy, resources, infrastructure, defence, telecommunications and technology. The acquisition remains subject to standard conditions, including regulatory approvals. Explore transport business opportunities to expand your market reach.
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