Lead Planning Engineer

WSP is looking for a Lead Planning Engineer for an Entertainment and Tourism Mega Project based in the Southwest of Riyadh.

Your new role, what's involved?

• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation, to ensure a smooth and efficient construction process.

• Collaborate with the finance team to create and monitor project budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring adherence to financial constraints.

• Work closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration and communication throughout all project phases.

• Identify potential project risks and develop contingency plans to address and mitigate them effectively.

• Regularly assess project progress against established timelines and milestones, promptly addressing any delays or deviations.

• Implement robust quality control measures to ensure that construction work meets the highest standards and adheres to all relevant regulations and codes.

• Optimize resource allocation, including manpower, materials, and equipment, to maximize efficiency and productivity.

• Provide timely and accurate project status reports to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators and project milestones.

• Oversee the preparation and administration of contracts with vendors and subcontractors, ensuring all parties comply with contractual obligations.

We'd love to hear from you if you have:

• Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering or related fields

• 15 years of post-graduate experience with prior GCC experience

• Extensive experience working with project management consultancies

• Previous experience in Project Controls, Planning, Forensic Delay Analysis, Claims and Project Management

• Good knowledge and experience of the project lifecycle for construction projects in respect to project controls, planning, risk, cost and schedule control

• Good knowledge of the design process and construction methodologies

• Experienced Project Controls professional with good technical skills (i.e. critical path, earned value, etc)

• Experience in the application of Primavera P6