Becoming a Project Planning Engineer - 3h live Career Workshop

Becoming a Project Planning Engineer – 3h live Career Workshop
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Become the Project Planning Engineer Everyone Wants to Hire

A 3-hours interactive workshop to guide you through the path of becoming a successful Project Planning Engineer. Learn what to study, how to gain experience, avoid confusion, and unlock new career opportunities.


📖 What You’ll Learn

Join this 3-hours live career workshop with Virgil Andrei (PMP, Senior Consultant & Trainer) and discover the multiple pathways you can take to succeed as a Project Planning Engineer

  • How to position yourself in the market as a planner or scheduler
  • What tools, methods, and certifications matter today (and what don’t)
  • Real-life career journeys: from junior to senior
  • The mindset shifts and clarity needed to avoid overwhelm
  • How to grow even if you’re starting from scratch
  • Common mistakes that lead to years of stagnation
  • Answers to your personal questions – LIVE
  • Who it’s for:
  • Aspiring planners with a technical or management background
  • Junior planners who feel stuck or uncertain
  • Project professionals exploring planning and scheduling roles

🎁 Bonuses Included:
  • Growth map from beginner to expert
  • Replay of the session
  • Certificate of Attendance
  • Community Q&A 

    📍 Live on Teams (link after registration)
    🎟️ Price: 19 EUR

👥 Seats are limited to keep it interactive
📅 Next Date: Sunday, 3 August – 10:00 am (UK timezone)
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WORKSHOP Overview

Here is what we will cover in
the workshop

🔹 Part 1: Introduction & Orientation

Welcome from Virgil

Objectives of the session

Share poll: where are you in your journey?

🔹 Part 2: The Foundation of a Project Planning Engineer

Roles, responsibilities & key deliverables

Required technical skills & soft skills

Tool comparison: Excel, MS Project, Primavera P6, Project for the Web

🔹 Part 3: Pathways to Grow

Junior → Intermediate → Senior → Consultant

Career choices: Contractor vs. Consultant vs. Corporate

Certifications: PMP, PMI-SP, PRINCE2, etc.

🔹 Part 4: Avoiding Common Mistakes

Burnout, software confusion, over-research

Misalignments in job search

Wrong courses & misleading "gurus"

🔹 Part 5: Mindset for Success

Transurfing & clear intent

Focus, flow, and choosing your “lane”

🔹 Part 6: Q&A & Personal Guidance

Live questions from attendees

Share your case, and Virgil gives targeted advice

Direction on what to do next

🔹 Community

Free resources

Invitation to deeper training

Community link


Join the project planners support group

Learning is more than accumulating knowledge, it is a personal transformation. Discover and master key skills, dive into hands-on learning in our community of passionated project planning engineers
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 session gave me more clarity in 3 hours than I’ve had in months of searching online.”
Anjali K., Civil Engineering Student
Before the session, I thought project planning was just Gantt charts. Now I understand the full landscape—and my role in it.
Sophie R., Aspiring Project Controller

❓FAQ

🕒 How long is the workshop?
The session lasts 3 hours, carefully structured to help you gain clarity, confidence, and direction—without being overwhelming.

📘 Is the book included in the price?
No, the book Becoming a Project Planning Engineer is not included, but the workshop is designed to complement and expand on it, offering live, interactive guidance and exclusive bonus material.

💡 I'm a student—what will I get from this workshop?
You’ll discover:
What a project planner actually does day to day
The career path into planning from a beginner level
Key software and skills to focus on
A mindset shift that opens real-world possibilities—beyond theory
Confidence that this career might be your natural path

🎯 I'm already working as a planner. Will this still help me?
Yes—if you're feeling stuck, unclear, or want to grow with more purpose. This is for you if you want:
A refresher on fundamentals through a new lens
Career direction or transition advice
To hear how other planners are approaching challenges
A reminder of why you started and how to go further

🤔 How will this help me in practice?
You’ll walk away with:
Simple frameworks to apply immediately
Free templates and guides you can reuse
A clear roadmap for your next steps
A better understanding of how to position yourself in the market

📈 Is this workshop technical or motivational?
It’s a practical and insightful mix of both. You’ll get guidance on tools, mindset, career strategy, and industry realities—delivered by someone with 15+ years of field experience.

💬 Can I ask questions during the session?
Yes. The final part of the workshop is a dedicated Q&A, where you can ask anything—from CV questions to tool suggestions or career doubts.

📅 What if I can’t attend live?
You’ll get access to the recording and downloadable materials, so you can go through everything at your own pace.
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