Planning Engineer

COMPANY OVERVIEW        

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.

As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.

As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.

Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

Role Purpose

The Planning Engineer is essential for planning and monitoring projects within the Oxagon initiative. This role ensures projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget, aligning with NEOM's sustainability goals.

Key Accountabilities & Activities

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule Review:
  • Evaluate contractor schedules for compliance and quality.
  • Assess adherence to contracts, baseline schedules, and critical path analysis.
• Progress Measurement:
  • Review contractor Progress Measurement Sheets.
  • Analyze progress against baselines for accuracy.
• Schedule Updates:
  • Update the Integrated Master Schedule weekly.
  • Recommend recovery actions and analyze contract performance.
• Reporting Support:
  • Assist in report preparation and evaluate change impacts.
  • Support decision-making with relevant insights and data.

Background, Skills & Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Experience:
  • 10-15 years of planning experience in construction or project management.
• Software Proficiency:
  • Hands-on experience with Primavera P6 and other schedule management applications.
• Analytical Skills:
  • Strong understanding of commodity quantity unit rate analysis for planning.
• Progress Measurement:
  • Experience in implementing Progress Measurement Systems for EPC.
• Communication Skills:
  • Excellent communication abilities across various management levels.
• Language Proficiency:
  • Proficient in English (written and spoken).

Qualifications

• • Expert in Primavera and Excel.
  • Certification in other Microsoft applications is advantageous.
  • At least five (5) years of planning experience in complex environments, demonstrating adaptability.