Principal Project Planner

WorleyParsons; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 281,000 - 375,000; Full time

Job summary

A global expert services company is seeking a Principal Project Planner in Al Khobar, Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on planning Engineering, Procurement, and Construction projects using advanced scheduling techniques. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, experience with Primavera software, and strong communication skills. This position offers opportunities to contribute to diverse projects and thrive in a supportive environment that values inclusivity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a relevant subject.
• Experience in scheduling and planning.
• Computer-based project management planning experience, especially with Primavera P3/P6.

Responsibilities

• Plan engineering, procurement, construction, and project management projects using scheduling techniques.
• Implement modifications to provide cost-effective planning.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and team members.

Skills

Primavera Project Planning software expertise

Effective communication skills

Critical Path Method planning techniques

Earned Value Management techniques

Negotiation and mediation

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant subject

Tools

Primavera P3/P6

Job description

Job Description – Principal Project Planner (AL 044F)

Company: Worley

Primary Location

Other Locations

SAU-Eastern Province

Job

Planner/Scheduler

Schedule

Full-time

Employment Type: Employee

Job Posting

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

At Worley, we’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and can thrive is essential to our mission of delivering sustainable change. We know that diverse and inclusive cultures are safer and more innovative. We encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and diversity characteristics and warmly encourage disabled or neuro divergent candidates to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITY

• Demonstrate a high level of skill in planning Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Project Management projects using computer-based planning and scheduling techniques.
• Focal Point for recommending training and development requirements personnel.
• Demonstrate Primavera Project Planning software operating expertise.
• Responsible for implementing modifications to provide a cost-effective planning service within assigned budget constraints. Quality Assurance – Responsible for working within the provisions and guidelines of the Quality Assurance system relevant to the BU, etc.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with others (verbally, written and meetings).
• Ability to apply Critical Path Method planning techniques to develop detail Engineering and Installation Project networks and schedules.
• Ability to apply Earned Value Management techniques to measure/status and monitor performance.
• Familiarity with the Project Management Body of Knowledge approach to Project Management techniques.
• Proven ability to negotiate, mediate and delegate as well as lead a team or participate as a team member.
• Safety – Responsible for personal safety safe working practices for the BU, etc. Understand and follow OH&S procedures.
• Understand and apply the HSE procedures to ensure safety of self and other workers in the workplace.
• Understand and apply the procedures forming the Quality Management System.

QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a relevant subject.
• Experience in the areas of "Scheduling and Planning".
• Computer based Project Management Planning experience (especially utilizing Primavera P3/P6 package or equivalent).
• Project / Schedule set-up in P6 / Cloud.
• Large global project with multiple interfaces & stakeholders.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here. And there’s no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.