Senior Planning Engineer

Power International Holding (PIH); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Power International Holding (PIH) is seeking a Senior Planning Engineer to oversee planning and scheduling for engineering projects in Saudi Arabia. You will develop detailed schedules, coordinate with multiple departments, monitor progress, and mitigate risks to ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence.

You will analyze requirements, allocate resources, and report status to stakeholders, while mentoring junior planners and driving continuous improvement in project management practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in civil engineering or related field.
• UPDA/MMUP registration preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules with milestones and deliverables.
• Coordinate with project managers and engineers to gather requirements and define scope.
• Monitor progress, identify deviations and risks, and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct regular project status meetings and report on schedule performance.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement in scheduling and resources.
• Collaborate with procurement and logistics to ensure timely material delivery.
• Prepare and present reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to junior planning engineers and project teams.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Planning principles

Data collection

Primavera P6

SAP

ERP

Leadership

Project tracking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

UPDA/MMUP Engineer Registration

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

The Senior Planning Engineer is responsible to oversee and manage the planning and scheduling activities for engineering projects within an organization. This role involves developing detailed project schedules, coordinating with various departments, and monitoring progress to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Additionally, Senior Planning Engineers analyze project requirements, allocate resources, and identify potential risks to mitigate delays and optimize project outcomes. They play a critical role in facilitating communication among project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, and implementing adjustments to schedules as needed to meet project objectives.

Job Responsibilities 1

Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, incorporating all tasks, milestones, and deliverables to ensure project timelines are accurately represented.

Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather project requirements, establish priorities, and define project scope.

Monitor project progress against established schedules, identifying deviations, delays, and potential risks, and implementing corrective actions as necessary.

Conduct regular project status meetings, providing updates on schedule performance, resource utilization, and potential impacts on project outcomes.

Analyze project data and performance metrics to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and areas of concern, and recommend appropriate adjustments to schedules and resource allocation.

Collaborate with procurement, logistics, and supply chain teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and resources needed for project execution.

Prepare and distribute reports, dashboards, and presentations summarizing project schedules, progress, and performance indicators for internal and external stakeholders.

Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to junior planning engineers and project teams, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence in project scheduling and management.

Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in project management and scheduling to inform continuous improvement initiatives.

Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and quality standards in all aspects of project scheduling and management.

Support the implementation of HSE initiatives, participate in safety awareness activities, and contribute to incident reporting and resolution in alignment with company and IMS policies

Job Knowledge & Skills

Knowledge in Engineering fundamentals

Knowledge in Principles of planning and knowledge in Principles and practices of research and date collection.

Familiarity with planning practices and the associated software such as Advance Primavera 6

Knowledge in Principles and practices of research and data collection

Familiar with local and international standards in construction

ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Job Experience

Minimum 8 year(s) working experience, 5 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus

Resilience

AI Fluency

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Cash Flow Analysis L3

Project Resource Management L3

Project Tracking and Reporting L3

Revenue Forecasting L3

Agility

Education

Profesional degree in MMUP Engineer Registration (UPDA)

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Engineering