* 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. Application URL