Job Title : Planning Engineer
Location : Saudi Arabia
Job Type : Full-Time
Salary : Negitiable
Experience Level : Mid to Senior Level
Reports To : Project Manager / Planning Manager
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly skilled Planning Engineer . The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing project schedules, monitoring progress, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, monitor, and update project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
- Coordinate with project teams to gather input on planning and scheduling needs.
- Prepare and maintain work breakdown structures (WBS), project baselines, and progress reports.
- Analyze project performance and recommend corrective actions when needed.
- Support the Project Manager in resource planning, risk assessment, and forecasting.
- Conduct delay analysis and prepare extension of time (EOT) claims.
- Liaise with clients, contractors, and consultants to ensure project alignment.
- Prepare look-ahead schedules and progress reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and Saudi regulatory requirements.
- Assist in the preparation of project control procedures and ensure adherence.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.5–10 years of relevant experience in planning and scheduling.Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel.Strong knowledge of project management principles and tools.Familiarity with Saudi Aramco standards and procedures is a plus.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Fluent in English (Arabic is a plus).Previous experience working in the Gulf region preferred.Preferred Certifications
PMP (Project Management Professional)PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional) – AACEPrimavera CertificationBenefits
Competitive salary packageHousing and transportation allowanceAnnual airfare and medical insuranceEnd-of-service benefits in accordance with Saudi labor lawSkills : analytical skills,problem-solving skills,advanced product quality planning (apqp),project management,foreman,project management principles,planning budgeting & forecasting,excel,projects,blueprint interpretation,communication skills,ms project,reading and interpreting structural drawings,construction,primavera p6,project,p6
Skills Required
Forecasting, Primavera P6, Excel, Ms Project, Budgeting