Lead Engineer, Planning and Programming

Al Ayuni Investment and Contracting Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Riyadh is seeking a Lead Engineer, Planning and Programming. The role involves developing and managing project schedules, overseeing claims management, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and at least 10 years of relevant experience, with a focus on large-scale projects. Strong expertise in Primavera P6 and ERP integration is essential.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in project scheduling, claims management, or related roles.
• At least 4 years within large-scale contracting, construction, or infrastructure organizations.
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PSP, CCM) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standardized project scheduling frameworks.
• Oversee preparation, review, and approval of baseline schedules.
• Establish progress tracking and reporting mechanisms.
• Develop claims management protocols.
• Lead delay analysis and root cause investigations.
• Drive integration of scheduling and claims management systems.

Skills

Project Scheduling & Planning

Claims & Variations Management

Progress Monitoring & Delay Analysis

Integration with ERP systems

Governance & Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

ERP systems

Job description

The Lead Engineer, Planning and Programming develops, integrates, and maintains project and portfolio schedules across the sub-holding’s operating companies. The role ensures robust baselines, timely updates, accurate progress measurement, and early-warning insights, while driving consistent methods (Primavera P6/EPPM), rules of credit, and resource/risk integration. The Lead coordinates with Project Managers, Engineering, Construction, Commercial/Contracts, and SCM to keep programs on track and supports delay‑analysis inputs for variations/claims where required.

Principal Accountabilities

Policies, Processes & Procedures

• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance and maintain a productive work environment.
• Implement and uphold safety and security protocols to protect the well‑being of all employees and company assets.

Main Areas of Responsibility

Project Scheduling & Planning

• Lead the development and implementation of standardized project scheduling frameworks, methodologies, and tools (e.g., Primavera P6).
• Oversee the preparation, review, and approval of baseline schedules, updates, and progress reports for all projects.

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

• Establish robust progress tracking and reporting mechanisms to ensure timely project delivery and early identification of delays.
• Provide regular schedule performance analysis, forecasts, and recommendations to senior management.

Claims & Variations Management

• Develop and implement claims management protocols, including identification, preparation, negotiation, and resolution of claims and variations.
• Ensure all claims are supported by accurate documentation, analysis, and are in compliance with contract terms.

Risk Mitigation & Delay Analysis

• Lead delay analysis, forensic scheduling, and root cause investigations to support claims and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop and implement mitigation strategies for schedule risks.

Systems Integration & Digitalization

• Drive the integration of scheduling and claims management systems with ERP and project controls platforms.
• Support digital transformation initiatives to automate scheduling, progress tracking, and claims processes.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with internal scheduling and claims policies, contractual obligations, and industry standards.
• Establish governance structures for schedule approvals, claims reviews, and audit readiness.

Miscellaneous Duties

• Perform additional duties as needed to support the team and overall business objectives.

Required Academic Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree

Category

Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Other Requirements

• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PSP, CCM) are preferred.
• Project Scheduling & Planning (Expertise in developing and managing complex project schedules); Claims & Variations Management; Progress Monitoring & Delay Analysis; ERP & Scheduling Systems Integration with Experience with Primavera P6, ERP, and project controls platforms, Governance & Compliance

Years of Experience

10 years of experience in project scheduling, claims management, or related roles, with at least 4 within large‑scale contracting, construction, or infrastructure organizations.