New Installation Project Planner

Schindler Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mobility solutions provider seeks an experienced Project Planner in Riyadh. You will develop and maintain project schedules for elevator installations, coordinating with various teams and identifying risks. Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of project planning experience in the elevator industry and advanced skills in Primavera P6 and MS Project. A degree in Engineering or Project Management is required. Join us for a chance to elevate your career in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in project planning, preferably in elevator or vertical transportation projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (PMI, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed schedules for elevator installation and modernization projects.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and site teams to align project timelines.
• Identify risks related to elevator project timelines and propose mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project planning expertise

Strong communication abilities

Analytical skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Schindler stands for mobility. Mobility needs experts.

Join our team in Riyadh.

Founded in Switzerland in 1874, the Schindler Group is a leading global provider of elevators, escalators, and related services. Schindler mobility solutions move two billion people every day all over the world. Behind the company's success are over 70,000 employees in more than 100 countries.

Schindler Olayan was founded in Jeddah Saudi Arabia in 1975. With headquarters in Jeddah and five (5) main branches in Riyadh, Al Khobar, Jeddah, Makkah and Madinah, and eight (4) branches maintenance offices in Tabuk, Yanbu, Taif, and Khamis Mushait.

Highlights of Schindler Saudi Arabia
2004: Schindler took 20% stake in Saudi Elevator.
2007: 50 years Schindler in Saudi Arabia.
2010: Schindler acquired 100% of Saudi Elevator.
2011: Schindler has entered into a partnership with Olayan Group

Mobility is the goal

Join us as a:

• Develop and maintain detailed schedules for elevator installation and modernization projects using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and site teams to align project timelines.
• Monitor progress, update schedules, and report deviations.
• Prepare progress reports and dashboards for management and stakeholders.
• Identify risks related to elevator project timelines and propose mitigation strategies.
• Ensure planning aligns with contractual obligations and safety regulations.

We Elevate.... Your Best Self:

• You learn fast and can perform well under the pressure.
• You would like to work autonomously and take over responsibility.
• You know yourself and looking forward to improve.

Mobility needs you

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in project planning, preferably in elevator or vertical transportation projects.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Strong knowledge of elevator industry processes (installation, commissioning, modernization).
  (Note: original text had a hyphenated word “moderni-zation”.)
• Excellent planning and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (PMI, etc.).
• Strong communication and reporting abilities.
• Proficiency in English and Arabic.

Do you want to move the future with us?

If so, please complete your application online.

At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.

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