[ The Sr. Planner will apply project management and planning tools and techniques to ensure that the project finish date and milestones are successfully achieved.
What you will be doing
[ Analyze contractor schedules and evaluate claims, EOTs, and recovery programs.
[ Assist in the development and review of project control procedures and systems.
[ Attend progress meetings and provide expert planning input to project stakeholders.
[ Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and client representatives to ensure schedule compliance.
[ Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using planning software and tools.
[ Ensure planning activities are compliant with contractual requirements and international best practices.
[ Monitor project progress against the baseline schedule and flag delays or risks proactively. Recommend areas of improvement.
[ Prepare and present weekly/monthly progress reports and dashboards.
[ Support the site supervision team in resolving planning and scheduling issues.
Required Experience
[ Over 10 years experience in planning and scheduling or as required by related construction supervision agreement.
[ Experience having worked with reputable engineering firms, preferably consulting firms within the industry.
Knowledge and practical experience of working with Primavera.
Education
[ Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering.
Certifications & Memberships
[ Additional training courses, professional and personal development with membership to professional groups, societies or institutes, desired.
[ Certification from Saudi Society of Engineers or local equivalent based on country requirement.
Essential Skills
[ Proficiency in Planning software and tools (Primavera, MS Project and advanced Excel).
[ Solid understanding of FIDIC contracts, project lifecycles, and construction methodologies.
[ Familiar with claim analysis, EOT assessments, and dispute resolution support.
[ Software skills with microsoft office.
[ Excellent communication skills and presentation skills.
[ Compilation of various project reports as directed by management from time to time.
[ Client focussed, providing advice and services.
[ Works well in a team with a collaborative approach.
[ Detail minded, thorough and systematic in their approach to work.
Fluent in English. Arabic is a plus.
Job Details
| Posted Date: | 2025-04-18 |
| Job Location: | Saudi Arabia |
| Job Role: | Engineering |
| Company Industry: | Construction & Building |
| Joining Date: | 2025-04-18 |
Preferred Candidate
| Career Level: | Management |
| Degree: | Bachelor’s degree |
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