Planning Incharge / Sr. Planning Engineer (Civil) - KSA

We are hiring an experienced Planning Incharge / Sr. Planning Engineer (Civil) for reputed Company in Saudi Arabia

Job Description
· Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
· Prepare project baseline schedules, work breakdown structures (WBS), resource-loaded schedules, and project milestones.
· Monitor project progress and identify schedule deviations, delays, and critical path activities.
· Analyze project performance and recommend corrective actions and recovery plans to meet project deadlines.
· Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports, dashboards, S-curves, manpower histograms, and productivity reports.
· Coordinate with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Construction Teams, Consultants, and Clients to ensure accurate project planning and execution.
· Review contract requirements, project scope, and deliverables to establish realistic project schedules.
· Conduct critical path analysis and evaluate project risks impacting project timelines.
· Track manpower, equipment, and material resources against project schedules.
· Prepare look-ahead schedules and monitor short-term and long-term project objectives.
· Participate in project meetings and provide planning updates, schedule forecasts, and project performance analysis.
· Support project management in budgeting, forecasting, and project control activities.
· Ensure compliance with client requirements, company procedures, and project specifications.
· Maintain project records and planning documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
· Coordinate with procurement and engineering departments to ensure timely availability of materials and drawings.

Preferred Skills

- Primavera P6 Certification.

- Experience in large-scale civil, infrastructure, industrial, or building construction projects.

- Knowledge of project control techniques, earned value management (EVM), and cost monitoring.

- Strong understanding of Saudi Aramco, SABIC, Royal Commission, or similar project requirements will be an advantage.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering + Primavera.; Minimum 5–8 years of core planning experience in Saudi Arabia within construction and civil projects.; Strong hands-on experience with Primavera P6.; Proven experience in project scheduling, planning, monitoring, and project controls.; Knowledge of construction methodologies, project execution strategies, and resource management.; Experience in preparing recovery schedules, baseline schedules, and project performance reports.; Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.; Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.; Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.; Familiarity with EPC, infrastructure, commercial, industrial, or building construction projects is preferred.; Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.