Planning Cost Engineer - Real Estate | Saudi Arabia

Rawaj HCM Jobs; Al Khala'iq ash Sharqiyah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Saudi company in Real Estate is seeking a Planning and Cost Control Engineer in Riyadh. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Industrial Engineering and a minimum of 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include developing project schedules, tracking costs, and ensuring projects remain within budget. Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel is required, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project planning and cost control in construction or real estate.
• Familiar with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Certifications like PMP, PSP, or CCP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update detailed project schedules.
• Monitor progress against planned timelines.
• Prepare project progress reports.
• Coordinate with internal teams and contractors.
• Track project budgets and costs.
• Analyze delays and propose corrective actions.

Skills

Project scheduling

Cost control

Analytical skills

Communication

Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Leverage your abilities and join the dynamic team of a leading Saudi company specializing in Real Estate services across the Kingdom.

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

As a Planning and Cost Control Engineer, you will develop schedules, track costs, and support project execution. You’ll coordinate with teams, monitor progress, and ensure projects stay on time and within budget through accurate planning and reporting.

Key Accountabilities

The position involves:

• Develop and update detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Monitor actual progress against planned timelines and highlight deviations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project progress and performance reports.
• Coordinate with internal departments, contractors, and consultants to ensure schedule alignment.
• Track project budgets and costs to ensure financial control and efficiency.
• Analyze delays, assess impacts, and propose corrective actions.
• Support project teams with time-impact analysis and forecasting tools.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

We are Looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project planning and cost control within the construction or real estate development sectors.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Excel.
• Familiar with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Certifications such as PMP, PSP, or CCP are a plus.