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About the Role

Omrania is seeking a Planning Engineer to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of projects through the development, maintenance, and monitoring of project schedules. The Planning Engineer will coordinate with project teams, track progress against timelines, analyze schedule performance, and identify potential delays to mitigate risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and update comprehensive project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project objectives.
• Monitor project progress, focusing on analyzing critical path activities to identify potential bottlenecks and ensure timely completion.
• Prepare detailed progress reports, forward-looking plans (look-ahead plans), and regular schedule updates for stakeholders.
• Identify potential schedule risks and recommend corrective actions to mitigate their impact on project timelines.
• Coordinate planning activities with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure seamless integration and alignment.
• Review contractor schedules for compliance with project requirements and support overall project controls activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in planning engineering.
• Demonstrated expertise in master planning, strategic planning, and feasibility studies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to evaluate complex scenarios and recommend data-driven solutions.
• Proficiency in technical report writing and creating clear presentations for diverse audiences.
• Solid understanding of project management principles, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Expertise in CPM scheduling, progress measurement, and project controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Experience with master planning, strategic planning, and feasibility studies.
• Knowledge of project management principles, resource allocation, and budget management.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and risk assessment methodologies.
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities.

Work Context

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 5-10 years of experience in planning engineering. Omrania is an established company operating within the region.