Planning Engineer

WSP; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Planning Engineer for a major development project in Riyadh. The role requires over 10 years of experience in planning or project controls, with proficiency in Power BI and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. This position involves managing design timelines, coordinating resource allocation, and maintaining real-time project dashboards. Join a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact in communities across the globe.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in planning or project controls, preferably in design or construction environments.
• Strong understanding of design workflows and submission processes.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and external consultants.

Responsibilities

• Receive and consolidate design schedules from multiple LDCs.
• Develop and maintain detailed design submission plans aligned with project milestones.
• Monitor progress and flag delays or risks to project leadership.

Skills

Planning or project controls

Power BI proficiency

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Overview

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

We are seeking a skilled Planning Engineer with over 10 years of experience to support the design delivery of a major development project in Riyadh. The role involves receiving and managing design timelines from Local Design Consultants (LDCs), planning submission schedules, and supporting resource allocation across internal teams. The candidate must be proficient in Power BI and capable of generating interactive dashboards to support project reporting and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in planning or project controls, preferably in design or construction environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• Strong understanding of design workflows and submission processes.
• Proficiency in Power BI and other planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and external consultants.
• Familiarity with large-scale development projects in the Middle East is an advantage.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

Responsibilities

• Receive and consolidate design schedules from multiple LDCs.
• Develop and maintain detailed design submission plans aligned with project milestones.
• Coordinate with internal teams to support resource planning and allocation.
• Monitor progress and flag delays or risks to project leadership.
• Generate and maintain Power BI dashboards for real-time tracking of design progress and resource utilization.
• Support reporting requirements with visual and data-driven insights.
• Collaborate with project managers, design leads, and consultants to ensure alignment and timely delivery.