Project Planner - Rail and Infrastructure Scheduling

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation is seeking a Project Planner Scheduler for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to manage schedules across rail and infrastructure programs. The role supports strategic planning, schedule control, and performance monitoring to ensure timely execution from concept to delivery.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of planning experience in infrastructure projects, and excellent English communication. Join a global engineering firm delivering high-value transport infrastructure in the

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in planning and scheduling within infrastructure or transport projects.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycle including early-stage design and procurement.
• Experience working within engineering consultancy or project management environments.
• Ability to manage complex schedules across multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Effective communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive schedules covering design, procurement, and construction phases.
• Perform detailed critical path analysis to identify delays and optimization opportunities.
• Track progress against baseline schedules and highlight variances.
• Coordinate planning inputs with engineering, commercial, and delivery teams.
• Evaluate schedule impacts related to changes, risks, and contractual events.
• Support integration of work breakdown structures and resource planning frameworks.
• Generate reports on project performance, forecasts, and schedule health.
• Maintain clear documentation of updates, delays, and planning decisions.
• Facilitate coordination meetings to align stakeholders on milestones.

Skills

Planning & scheduling

Analytics & reporting

English communication

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

Project Planner - Rail and Infrastructure Scheduling Job Snapshot

• Role: Project Planner Scheduler
• Location: Riyadh Saudi Arabia
• Industry: Construction
• Experience: 5 years
• Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview Project Planner Rail Infrastructure Riyadh Saudi Arabia construction hiring opportunity with Parsons Corporation focused on managing project schedules across rail and transport developments. This role supports strategic planning, schedule control, and performance monitoring to ensure timely execution across all project phases.

Job Details

• Country: Saudi Arabia
• City: Riyadh
• Industry: Construction
• Function: Project Management
• Salary: 15000-21000 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Riyadh; please confirm the final offer with the employer.)
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The position plays a key role in ensuring project timelines remain achievable and aligned with scope, cost, and resource plans. It supports multidisciplinary teams by providing schedule insights, identifying risks early, and maintaining accurate planning data throughout the project lifecycle from concept to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage comprehensive schedules covering design, procurement, and construction phases
• Perform detailed critical path analysis to identify delays and optimization opportunities
• Track progress against baseline schedules and highlight variances
• Coordinate planning inputs with engineering, commercial, and delivery teams
• Evaluate schedule impacts related to changes, risks, and contractual events
• Support integration of work breakdown structures and resource planning frameworks
• Generate reports on project performance, forecasts, and schedule health
• Maintain clear documentation of updates, delays, and planning decisions
• Facilitate coordination meetings to align stakeholders on milestones

Ideal Profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in planning and scheduling within infrastructure or transport projects
• Strong understanding of project lifecycle including early-stage design and procurement
• Experience working within engineering consultancy or project management environments
• Ability to manage complex schedules across multiple stakeholders
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities
• Effective communication skills in English

Skills Set

• Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project expertise
• Critical path method and schedule optimization
• Earned value analysis and forecasting
• Resource planning and cost integration
• Data analysis and reporting tools
• Stakeholder coordination and planning communication

Why Join Us

• Work with Parsons Corporation on high-value rail and transport infrastructure projects
• Gain exposure to complex project planning environments in Saudi Arabia
• Opportunity to develop advanced scheduling and project controls expertise
• Career progression within a globally recognized engineering firm
• Collaborative and performance-driven culture

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering and project management organization delivering infrastructure and transportation solutions across Saudi Arabia. The company is known for its strong project execution capabilities, innovative planning approaches, and commitment to delivering large-scale developments that support national growth.