Senior Portfolio Schedule Specialist

JASARA Program Management Company; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Planner to develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules. In this dynamic role, you will integrate project schedules into a master portfolio schedule, ensuring alignment across various projects. With a focus on mentoring junior staff and establishing key performance indicators, you will play a crucial role in enhancing scheduling efficiency. This opportunity allows you to make a significant impact within a growing organization that values collaboration and innovation. If you are passionate about project management and looking for a challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work in a dynamic organization

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Strong proficiency in scheduling software and Earned Value Management principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules for multiple projects.
• Coordinate with project managers to align project plans and schedules.

Skills

Project Planning

Scheduling

Portfolio Management

Mentorship

Earned Value Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

• Develop and maintain comprehensive projects, programs, and portfolio schedules for multiple projects
• Integrate project schedules into a master portfolio schedule to facilitate overall project tracking
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure alignment of project plans and schedules
• Manage the identification of dependencies and milestones across projects
• Review and analyze schedule submissions from project teams and contractors
• Provide mentorship and guidance on scheduling best practices to junior staff
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators related to scheduling efficiency

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred
• At least 8 years of experience in project planning and scheduling, with a significant focus on portfolio management level.
• Strong proficiency in scheduling software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar
• Solid understanding of Earned Value Management principles

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing organization.
• Make a real impact on Jasara's cybersecurity posture
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive team