Planning Engineer

Client of Jadeer; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas sector is seeking a skilled Planning Engineer to join their team in Saudi Arabia. This role involves developing project schedules, coordinating with teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience in project management tools like Primavera P6 and MS Project, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer in the oil and gas industry.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Track progress and identify potential delays and bottlenecks.
• Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Job Title: Planning Engineer Oil & Gas Sector
Location: Saudi Arabia

Are you passionate about driving large-scale projects to success in the oil and gas sector? We re seeking a skilled and motivated Planning Engineer to join our client's team in Saudi Arabia. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders on complex and high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment.

Job Title: Planning Engineer Oil & Gas Sector
Location: Saudi Arabia

Are you passionate about driving large-scale projects to success in the oil and gas sector? We re seeking a skilled and motivated Planning Engineer to join our client's team in Saudi Arabia. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders on complex and high-impact projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project to ensure timely and cost-effective execution.
• Define project milestones, activities, and work breakdown structures aligned with the overall project scope.
• Track progress, monitor deviations from the baseline, and identify potential delays and bottlenecks.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including project managers, site engineers, procurement, and subcontractors, to gather accurate status updates and integrate schedules.
• Perform critical path analysis, assess project risks, and develop recovery plans when required.
• Link time schedules with budget forecasts to support the cost control process.
• Prepare and deliver weekly and monthly reports, dashboards, and progress presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with client requirements, industry standards, and regulatory frameworks (especially within Saudi Arabia).
• Integrate subcontractor schedules into the master schedule and ensure alignment with the overall project timeline.
• Analyze resource allocation and productivity data to support planning efficiency and optimization.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or equivalent).
• Proven experience as a Planning Engineer within the oil and gas industry is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in planning and scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and related project management software.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and construction workflows.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian regulatory standards is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a proactive mindset.
• Clear communicator capable of explaining complex data to diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and work under pressure.
• Excellent collaboration within multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy, safety, and quality.
• Results-driven with a customer-centric approach and a high level of initiative.

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