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About KBR Saudi Arabia

KBR Saudi Arabia provides Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services for major infrastructure programmes. This includes expertise in project planning, controls, design and engineering management, and the implementation of development and early works packages. KBR is currently engaged in a significant mixed-use development project in Riyadh.

The Senior Planning Manager Role

KBR Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Planning Manager to join its team in Riyadh. This full-time role reports directly to the Project Controls Manager and is central to the planning, scheduling, and coordination of a major infrastructure programme. The Senior Planning Manager will lead planning efforts for a significant mixed-use development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a team of planners.
• Prepare and maintain the project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and integrated project master schedule.
• Coordinate with Package Managers, Consultants, and Contractors.
• Analyze and report on Consultants' and Contractors' schedules and progress reports.
• Perform critical path analysis of schedules.
• Prepare independent risk analyses of Consultant and Contractor schedules.
• Prepare monthly and weekly reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 10 years of experience in planning and scheduling for major projects.
• Professional memberships and charterships are required.
• Sound knowledge of all engineering and commercial aspects pertinent to major civil and infrastructure projects.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Ability to effectively monitor and analyze progress, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Strong planning and organizing capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to accept responsibility.
• A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong customer focus.

Project Context

The project involves a significant mixed-use development located in Riyadh. This ambitious programme aims to establish a global landmark and a distinct, self-sustaining hub, requiring comprehensive planning and strategic coordination from inception through to implementation.