Project Planner

Vanderlande Industries GmbH; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Planner to oversee critical project activities for Baggage Handling System projects. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate with stakeholders, prepare detailed project schedules, and monitor progress to ensure timely delivery. Your expertise in project management and proficiency in tools like Primavera P6 and MS Excel will be essential in identifying risks and addressing potential delays. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will significantly impact large-scale projects, and enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development in a collaborative environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about project planning, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in planning functions with a minimum of 7 years on large projects.
• Proficient in Primavera P6 and MS Excel, with knowledge in project management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate project activities for successful project delivery.
• Prepare quotations, project schedules, and monitor project progress.
• Conduct thorough delay analysis and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Automation Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

As a Project Planner, you will play a critical role in overseeing and coordinating project activities to ensure the successful delivery of our Baggage Handling System projects. You will be responsible for drawing up the quotation and project delivery plans/schedules in coordination with the stakeholders and technical departments, monitoring the realization of projects, identifying current and future/forecasted deviations, discussing them with project stakeholders, and researching alternative plans to work them out with the project team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive project planning functions, including:
• Preparation of quotations and detailed project master schedules.
• Creation of manpower histograms and progress measurement systems.
• Establishment of logical relationships between activities across engineering, procurement, and construction phases.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor critical path logic networks, float paths throughout the project lifecycle, identifying and addressing potential risks and delays.
• Provide high-level project plans (level 2 or 3) to technical departments as needed.
• Prepare and present detailed project status reports, including daily, weekly, monthly updates, and project monitoring dashboards.
• Present progress status at meetings.
• Monitor actual data against planned units, track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as CPI, SPI, and other EVM metrics, and present findings in clear, visual formats.
• Maintain and update a project delay register, conduct thorough delay analysis, and prepare technical reports and evidence for potential claims.
• Contribute to invoicing & cost forecast based on latest planning updates.
• Project quotation schedule, initial master schedule, project master schedule.
• Weekly updates of project master schedule.
• Daily, weekly & monthly progress reports.
• Weekly updates of project dashboard.
• Weekly updates of actual data against planned units, EVM data in visual format.
• Data for forecast of invoicing and costing based on latest plan.

Consulted in Activities

• Planning resources for the project.
• Planning tollgates in the project.
• Changes in the method of delivery by the technical, procurement, or installation departments.

Desired Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• 10 years’ experience in planning functions, with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in handling large projects. Candidates with hands-on experience in automated material handling or baggage handling system projects will be given preference. If no experience in the related field, training will be provided.
• Must be proficient in Primavera P6 and MS Excel.
• Knowledge in project management, scheduling functions, claims, and planning reports. Preference shall be given to candidates holding or working towards PSP, APE (or equivalent) certifications or memberships.
• Basic knowledge in supply chain and shipping procedures would be advantageous.
• Demonstrated achievement in planning functions of EPC projects.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical installation processes, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and quality standards.
• Exceptional communication and people skills to effectively engage with stakeholders, subcontractors, and project teams.
• Proven ability to transfer knowledge to team members.

Desired Soft Skills

• Confidence in domain area, ability to present and defend ideas strongly in any meeting.
• Effective communication.
• Collaborative team player.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability and flexibility.
• Customer focus.
• Conflict resolution skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management and prioritization.
• Continuous learning and development.

Travel

• This position may require travel to project sites as necessary for project execution and support. Candidates should be prepared to travel as part of their responsibilities. Travel requirements will vary based on project needs and locations.