Program Planning Manager

WorleyParsons; Turayf; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Northern Borders Province, Saudi Arabia is seeking a Program Planning Manager responsible for program-level schedule governance across a large multidisciplinary program. The role requires extensive expertise in planning, including the use of Primavera P6 and Earned Value Management. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and relevant project management certifications. This position offers the opportunity to manage complex schedules and contribute to sustainable projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Preferred certifications in project management.
• Experience in planning and scheduling for large projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and control the Integrated Master Schedule.
• Coordinate planning deliverables across multiple execution teams.
• Identify schedule risks and perform structured risk analyses.
• Apply Earned Value Management methodologies.
• Lead baseline and recovery planning.

Skills

Primavera P6

Earned Value Management

Analytical skills

Scenario modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

PMP, PMI-SP, AACE PSP/EVP certifications

Job description

Overview

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.

Role Summary:

The Program Planning Manager is responsible for program‑level schedule governance, integration, and oversight across all workstreams within a large, multi‑disciplinary program delivered under an EPCM governance model. The position ensures full compliance with Worley’s Management System, program execution procedures, planning standards, and contractual schedule requirements.

The manager serves as the single source of truth for schedule governance, leading baseline and re‑baseline development, coordinating integrated schedules, and ensuring alignment across internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

A. Program‑Level Schedule Governance

• Develop, maintain, and control the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) spanning all project phases and disciplines.
• Ensure alignment with corporate planning standards and the Program Execution Plan (PEP).
• Standardize schedule levels, coding structures, and planning methodologies.

B. Multi‑Center Schedule Integration

• Coordinate planning deliverables across multiple delivery centers, disciplines, and execution teams.
• Ensure uniform application of shared work processes and planning governance.
• Oversee integration across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and readiness workstreams.

C. Schedule Risk, Scenario Analysis & Change Management

• Identify schedule risks and perform structured schedule risk analyses.
• Lead mitigation planning, scenario modeling, and recovery planning activities.
• Implement formal change management processes and maintain compliant schedule impact assessments.

D. Performance Monitoring & Reporting

• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) and progress measurement methodologies aligned with corporate standards.
• Produce accurate weekly and monthly schedule reports and forecasts.
• Validate progress updates and ensure integrity of all schedule performance indicators.

E. Baseline, Re‑Baseline & Recovery Planning

• Lead baseline and re‑baseline development cycles.
• Drive schedule recovery initiatives and monitor adherence to approved plans.
• Coordinate with specialized planners and subject‑matter experts during re‑baseline processes.

F. Stakeholder & Client Interface

• Serve as the primary planning focal point for internal leadership, partners, and external stakeholders.
• Support technical reviews, progress meetings, and schedule presentations.
• Ensure effective communication of schedule status, risks, and constraints.

G. Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with:
• Program Execution Plan (PEP)
• Corporate planning and scheduling standards
• Document control and reporting protocols
• Applicable HSE governance related to planning deliverables

Maintain alignment between contractual schedule obligations and program controls processes.

Required Qualifications

A. Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Preferred certifications: PMP, PMI‑SP, AACE PSP/EVP or equivalent.

B. Experience

• Experienced in planning and scheduling on large EPC/EPCM programs.
• Strong experience in integrated, multi‑center execution environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and governing complex program schedules.

C. Technical Skills

• Expert proficiency in Primavera P6 and enterprise planning systems.
• Strong knowledge of integrated engineering, procurement, and construction planning processes.
• Experience with 4D/digital planning tools and advanced progress measurement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and scenario modeling capability.

4. Team Management Skillset

The Program Planning Manager must demonstrate strong leadership and organizational capability to effectively manage diverse planning teams, often distributed across multiple centers.

Moving forward together

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.