Senior Scheduling Control Engineer

Hill International; Abha; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill International is seeking a Senior Scheduling Control Engineer in Saudi Arabia. The role requires leading development and maintenance of project schedules, monitoring progress, and coordinating with project managers to mitigate risks.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in scheduling control and strong communication with senior management and stakeholders. The position is full-time and located in Abha, with close collaboration across construction and engineering teams to align

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in scheduling control on major initiatives.
• Extensive knowledge of project scheduling control and methodologies.
• Experience in managing and prioritizing complex project schedules.
• Nationality: Any nationality.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules using project management software.
• Monitor project progress and identify delays or risks.
• Coordinate with project managers and stakeholders to mitigate risks.
• Provide regular updates on project status to teams and management.
• Review data to identify trends and improve project performance.
• Collaborate with construction and engineering teams to align schedules with goals.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.
• Manage schedule change requests and document communications.
• Participate in project meetings and provide input on scheduling.
• Assist in budget and resource planning for projects.

Skills

Schedule presentation

Stakeholder negotiation

Arabic & English fluency

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor/Master in Engineering

Job description

Job Title:

Senior Scheduling Control Engineer

• Develop and maintain projects schedules using project management software.
• Monitor projects progress and identify areas of concern or potential delays.
• Coordinate with project managers and other stakeholders to develop mitigation plans for identified risks.
• Provide regular updates on projects status to project teams and management.
• Review and analyze projects data to identify trends and improve project performance.
• Collaborate with construction & engineering teams to develop projects schedules and ensure alignment with overall projects goals.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices.
• Manage schedule change requests and ensure that changes are properly documented and communicated.
• Participate in project meetings and provide input on scheduling and control matters.
• Support project managers in the development of project budgets and resource plans.
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures in place within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Experience Required:

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in related field on national / international major initiatives and developments.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in project Scheduling control.
• Extensive experience in managing and prioritizing projects schedules.

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor / Master Degree in Accountant or Engineering from an accredited university.

Skills Required:

• Ability to present schedules plans and requirements to senior management and other government authorities.
• Ability to negotiate with multiple stakeholders to secure schedule for projects.
• Capable to fluently communicate in Arabic and English.
• Excellent Verbal and written communication skills.

Employment / Job Type:

Full Time

Nationality:

Any Nationality

About the Company:

A construction consultancy providing project management, programme management, cost control and construction claims services. It has a long established Middle East presence supporting infrastructure, buildings, transport and government development programmes.

Company Industry:

Construction

Department / Functional Area:

Projects Management

Closing Date:

Not mentioned (apply as soon as possible)