Becoming a Project Planning Engineer

A Practical Guide for Starting and Thriving in Project Controls

Become the Project Planning Engineer Everyone Wants to Hire

Your essential career companion to project scheduling, planning tools, and industry know-how.
✅ Instant download – PDF
💬 Real-world advice from top projects
🎓 Perfect for juniors, career changers, and self-taught professionals
💬 Written by a Senior Project Planning Expert

📖 What You'll Get

A career-boosting guide that brings clarity and confidence to your journey as a project planner.

✔️ Clear roadmap to become a project planning engineer
✔️ Learn to think like a planner, not just follow software clicks
✔️ Mindset to handle pressure, deadlines & career growth
✔️ Bonus: Readers get access to early-bird discounts for the full Project Planning School courses
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🧠 Who This Book is For

Whether you're starting out, pivoting from another career, or want to feel more confident as a project planner:
Aspiring or junior planning engineers
PM assistants or graduate engineers
Freelancers wanting to specialize
Anyone interested in project control
Junior engineer entering planning/scheduling
Student or graduate in engineering/project management
Site engineer shifting toward planning roles
Self-taught and looking to build structure
Exploring career options in project controls
BOOK Overview

Here is what we will cover in
the book

Introduction: The Seed of a Project Professional

Chapter 1: My Unexpected Journey into Project Management.

Chapter 2: What to Expect: The Realities of Project Management

Chapter 3: Finding Your North Star: Where to Find Guidance

Chapter 4: Building Your Arsenal: What to Learn 

Chapter 5: Charting Your Course: Which Path to Choose
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Chapter 6: Your Journey Continues: Beyond the Basics 

Conclusion: Your Project, Your Life 

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🧑‍💻 About the Author

Virgil Andrei, Eng., PMP
International Project Planning Consultant | Trainer | PMO Expert
With over 15 years in oil & gas, infrastructure, and digital projects across Europe and Africa, I help planners go from zero to expert.
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💬 What People Say

“This book gave me exactly what I needed to get my first job as a planner.”
— A. Patel, Junior Engineer
“It cuts the fluff. Straight to what works.”
— M. Lopez, Planning Assistant

❓FAQ

 Is this suitable if I have no experience?
Yes, it's made for beginners and those changing careers.

Will this help me get a job?
It gives you the mindset, roadmap, and vocabulary to stand out.

Is it about Primavera or MS Project?
No – it explains the big picture, logic, and processes beyond the tools.

Can I use this internationally?
 Yes – principles and examples apply across industries worldwide.

Do I need to buy the course later?
No – the book is standalone. But you'll get a special discount if you want to continue.

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