Lead Planning Engineer - Data Center Projects

Penta Consulting

Riyadh

On-site

SAR 260,000 - 360,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Penta Consulting is seeking an experienced Planning / Scheduling Engineer to support a large-scale Data Center construction project across multiple sites in Riyadh. You will develop, maintain, and control project schedules, monitor progress, and support Extension of Time (EOT) submissions.

The role requires strong experience in complex construction environments and a proven background on Data Center projects, with expertise in mission-critical facilities, fast-track programmes, commissioning

Qualifications

Minimum 5–10 years' experience in Planning, Scheduling, or Project Controls within major construction projects.
Demonstrable experience delivering Data Center projects is mandatory.
Strong background in complex, multi-site, mission-critical construction programmes.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules across multiple sites using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
Establish baselines for all design, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and handover phases.
Create integrated master schedules and monitor critical path activities.
Produce short-, mid-, and long-term look-ahead programmes.
Monitor progress, provide recovery plans for delays, and report schedule performance.
Coordinate with project teams to reflect site progress in schedules.