Planning and Scheduling Engineer

Position: Planning and Scheduling Engineer

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Condition #1: For IMMEDIATE Hire (Candidates with a Short Notice Period will be prioritized)

Condition #2: Transferable Iqama (Candidates currently in Saudi Arabia and holding a transferable Iqama will be prioritized)

About the Role:

We are seeking a Planning and Scheduling Engineer with substantial experience in construction planning and scheduling for our Tunnel Construction MEP Fit-Out project. This position plays a pivotal role in ensuring the timely delivery of the project while maintaining quality standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in planning, scheduling, and applying restore and recovery plan methods to mitigate delays and optimize performance.

Responsibilities:

• Project Planning & Scheduling:
  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, incorporating MEP, civil, and architectural finishing works.
  • Create work breakdown structures (WBS) and ensure logical sequencing of tasks and dependencies.
  • Set key milestones and monitor progress against baseline schedules.
• Restore and Recovery Plans:
  • Identify potential delays and risks affecting the project schedule.
  • Design and implement restore and recovery plans to address schedule deviations.
  • Optimize resources and adjust workflows to meet project deadlines effectively.
• Progress Monitoring & Reporting:
  • Track project progress using planning tools like Primavera P6 or MS Project.
  • Generate weekly and monthly progress reports, including critical path analysis and resource allocation updates.
  • Prepare delay impact analyses and propose corrective actions.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Coordinate with project managers, site teams, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to align schedules and resolve conflicts.
  • Participate in project meetings and present schedule updates to clients and senior management.
• Risk Management:
  • Conduct schedule risk analysis and proactively address potential challenges.
  • Ensure compliance with contractual timelines and specifications.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 10 years of professional experience in construction planning and scheduling.
  • At least 5 years of experience in MEP-focused projects.
  • Strong background in infrastructure projects, particularly tunnel construction.
• Skills & Certifications:
  • Certified Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP)
  • Certified Primavera P6
  • Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Prince2 practioner is an advantage.
  • Hands-on expertise in restore and recovery plan methods.
  • Knowledge of project management methodologies and risk analysis techniques.
  • Excellent communication and coordination skills.