Graduate Planning Engineer (2026 intake)

About the role

Winthrop Technologies Ltd. is seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Planning Engineer to join its Project Controls team in Sines, Portugal. This graduate position offers hands‑on experience in planning, scheduling and reporting for large‑scale data centre construction projects across Europe.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Support progress monitoring and reporting against baseline schedules.
• Collect and analyse project data to identify delays and risks.
• Prepare look‑ahead programmes and weekly/monthly progress reports.
• Liaise with project teams and subcontractors to gather progress updates.
• Contribute to resource and cost loading activities within schedules.
• Maintain accurate planning documentation and records.
• Support risk analysis and mitigation planning.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Graduation expected between 2025 and 2026.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Knowledge of planning software such as Primavera P6 and MS Project (advantageous).

What we offer

• Mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Exposure to large‑scale data centre projects.
• A collaborative and supportive work culture.
• Opportunity to build a strong foundation for an engineering career.