Planning Manager - Construction

Parsons Oman; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and construction is seeking a Planning Manager to oversee project control and scheduling activities. This leadership role includes collaboration with clients and internal teams to maintain project timelines and assist in complex planning challenges. Candidates should have extensive experience in engineering projects and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Endless growth opportunities

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized university.
• 15+ years of experience in project control and scheduling.
• Extensive experience with design stage projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage program-wide project control and scheduling activities.
• Guide and resolve complex planning problems.
• Create statistical reports for management.

Skills

Communication skills

Project control

Scheduling

Industry practices knowledge

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Primavera Enterprise Systems

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!

When it comes to your career, if you can imagine it, you can do it at Parsons. Join a workplace with intelligent, diverse people sharing a common quest. Be yourself, thrive, and find your next opportunity today. We’ve got what you’re looking for.

Job Description:

Parsons is seeking a talented Planning Manager - Construction to join our team. In this role, you will manage program-wide project control and scheduling activities, and maintain the Program Master Schedule. You will develop capabilities and supervise performance in planning, scheduling, analysis, reporting, and progress evaluation.

This position interfaces with the Client, Project Director, Contracts Managers, Design and Engineering teams, Construction Directors, PMCM Consultants, and oversees all construction scheduling activities. The role reports to the Senior Planning Manager.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide guidance and assistance to resolve complex planning problems
• Interface with clients and PMCM consultants, attend meetings, and produce statistical reports
• Manage a team of Planning Engineers/Specialists to analyze and evaluate project progress against milestones
• Assess impacts of design/construction changes and schedule slippages
• Support integration of scope, cost, and schedule within the WBS, ensuring accurate mapping
• Develop and refine schedule management plans, procedures, and reporting tools
• Collaborate on the development and maintenance of the program-wide WBS and integrated schedule
• Assist project and client teams with planning, scheduling, and reporting
• Develop procurement strategy and update phasing timelines
• Contribute to milestone and schedule requirement development in RFPs
• Participate in review and responses during tender periods
• Attend weekly and monthly progress meetings with contractors, consultants, and clients
• Create statistical reports for management
• Perform other related responsibilities as needed

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from a recognized university
• 15+ years of experience in project control and scheduling for engineering and construction, including supervisory roles
• Extensive experience with projects at the design stage
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
• Proficiency with Primavera Enterprise Systems scheduling technology

Parsons values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We invest in our employees' wellbeing and offer endless growth opportunities. Aim for the stars—join Parsons today!

We are aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. For more information and reporting, visit parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment.