Scheduler / Planning Engineer

Norconsult Telematics; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 224,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for an experienced Project Scheduler to develop and manage project schedules for data centre projects. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in scheduling, proficiency in Primavera P6 or MS Project, and strong analytical and communication skills. Responsibilities include tracking productivity, auditing contractor schedules, and coordinating with project teams to ensure project timelines are met. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of scheduling/planning experience on data centre or mission-critical projects.
• Proficiency in project controls software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Strong knowledge of construction planning and productivity analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure timely delivery.
• Track progress and support corrective actions for contractor performance.
• Provide planning insights and reporting for project decision-making.

Skills

Scheduling

Planning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Overview

• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules to ensure the timely delivery of data centre or mission-critical projects
• Track progress, identify deviations, and support corrective actions for contractor performance
• Provide accurate planning insights and reporting to support project decision-making

Job Description and Responsibilities

• Prepare and update weekly, monthly, and baseline project schedules using Primavera P6 / MS Project
• Audit contractor schedules, verify progress, and ensure alignment with data centre project timelines
• Track productivity, monitor work package completion, and highlight delays or risks
• Coordinate with project managers, design, and construction teams to validate schedule assumptions
• Support schedule reporting, KPI tracking, and progress dashboards for management review
• Identify schedule risks, suggest mitigation, and maintain schedule documentation

Qualification and Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
• Minimum 5–10 years of scheduling/planning experience on data centre or mission-critical projects
• Proficiency in project controls software such as Primavera P6 or MS Project
• Strong knowledge of construction planning, progress monitoring, and productivity analysis
• Familiarity with KPI reporting, dashboards (Power BI/Excel), and integrated project controls processes
• Certifications such as PMP, PSP, or AACEi are preferred
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills