Senior Planning Specialist Dow Terneuzen

?-️ Take the lead in building tomorrow's industrial projects! Are you a passionate construction scheduler who thrives on complex, international projects? At Dow in Terneuzen, you'll be at the heart of large-scale industrial developments, ensuring world-class projects run seamlessly from design to commissioning. Earn a competitive salary, enjoy great benefits, and work in an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. Apply now!

Manpower is looking for a Senior Construction Scheduling Specialist for Dow in Terneuzen.

As a Senior Construction Scheduling Specialist, you play a vital role in shaping and maintaining the project execution schedule within the Global Project Methodology (GPM). You'll be the go-to expert for construction planning, ensuring every phase, from design to delivery, stays on course.

Your insights will drive efficiency, minimize risks, and keep stakeholders aligned throughout all project stages. What you'll do:

• Develop and maintain integrated master project schedules across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases
• Coordinate inputs from contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to create accurate forecasts and progress reports
• Perform critical path analysis and proactively identify schedule risks or delays
• Lead teams in forecasting challenges and propose effective recovery plans
• Support continuous improvement of construction scheduling processes within the organization
• Coach and mentor junior schedulers, sharing best practices and technical expertise

What's in it for you

• A competitive salary
• A full-time position of 40 hours per week
• Travel reimbursement of €0.23 per km (up to 75 km)
• A contract via Manpower
• Pension scheme through Manpower
• Development opportunities through the Manpower Academy, with access to over 200 online training courses
• A challenging role in a leading international company with plenty of room to grow professionally

At Dow, you'll be part of a global leader in materials science and engineering, driving innovation in sustainability and technology. Working in Terneuzen means joining an international hub for industrial excellence with diverse projects, advanced facilities, and opportunities to make a tangible impact on the future of construction.

Dow values personal development, collaboration, and safety, empowering every team member to reach their full potential.

In Terneuzen, Dow operates the Industry Park (production site) and the Service Center. With more than 3,600 employees representing over 50 nationalities, Dow is one of the largest employers in Zeeland. Whether you work in engineering, logistics, finance, HR, or research, Dow offers you opportunities to grow and develop your career in an international environment.

Working hours
You will work full-time from Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 18:00 hrs.