Senior Planner

About the Role

Dar Al Riyadh Consultants is seeking a Senior Planner to join their team in Yanbu. This full-time role requires a highly experienced and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in project planning and scheduling, specifically within a design office environment. The Senior Planner will be instrumental in developing comprehensive project schedules and ensuring the timely completion of engineering projects.

Role Overview

The Senior Planner will be responsible for overseeing the planning and scheduling activities for engineering projects. This includes monitoring project progress, identifying potential variances, and preparing detailed Engineering Progress and Performance Reports (EPPR). The role demands a proactive approach to project control and coordination with various stakeholders to meet project objectives efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project schedules using industry-standard software such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Establish project timelines, define milestones, and identify critical paths.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to define project scope and deliverables.
• Prepare and maintain Engineering Progress and Performance Reports (EPPRs), detailing project progress, performance metrics, key issues, and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and report on project progress, identifying variances from the plan and recommending corrective actions.
• Generate periodic progress reports, including S-curves, Gantt charts, and other project control tools.
• Ensure all planning and scheduling activities comply with company policies and industry standards.
• Conduct regular quality checks on schedules and reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in project planning and scheduling.
• Extensive experience working in a design office environment.
• Proven experience in preparing Engineering Progress and Performance Reports (EPPR).
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and other project management software.
• PMP or other relevant certification is a plus.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Yanbu, offering an opportunity to contribute to significant engineering projects within a professional consulting environment.