Planning Manager

AECOM; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a role focused on planning and scheduling within our Transportation Business Line. The position involves developing scheduling knowledge, collecting data, updating schedules, and supporting WBS development and cost baseline analyses on projects handled by our ME and Africa strategic unit.

On-site location in Riyadh is expected. The role requires familiarity with CPM scheduling, construction drawings, and schedule variance analysis, contributing to project performance and

Responsibilities

• Develops fundamental knowledge of planning and scheduling concepts and principles including effects on financial performance.
• Develops familiarity with data sources for schedule development.
• Ability to identify and investigate project schedule variance.
• Collects data and updates and produces scheduling reports.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of work breakdown structures (WBS).
• Develops familiarity with construction drawings, specifications and construction contracting.
• Possesses a fundamental understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling. Able to review and understand engineering, procurement and construction schedule logic
• Assists in assembling data for schedule updating.
• Assists in the measurement of project schedule progress
• Develops knowledge of scope control, change management and earned value methodology.
• Supports data gathering and produces an initial analysis for schedule baseline development and maintenance data gathering.
• Exposure to basic scheduling and cost baseline fundamentals, concepts and principles.

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

• Develops fundamental knowledge of planning and scheduling concepts and principles including effects on financial performance.
• Develops familiarity with data sources for schedule development.
• Ability to identify and investigate project schedule variance.
• Collects data and updates and produces scheduling reports.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of work breakdown structures (WBS).
• Develops familiarity with construction drawings, specifications and construction contracting.
• Possesses a fundamental understanding of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling. Able to review and understand engineering, procurement and construction schedule logic
• Assists in assembling data for schedule updating.
• Assists in the measurement of project schedule progress
• Develops knowledge of scope control, change management and earned value methodology.
• Supports data gathering and produces an initial analysis for schedule baseline development and maintenance data gathering.
• Exposure to basic scheduling and cost baseline fundamentals, concepts and principles.

Additional Information

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10156824

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: On-Site