Planning Engineer

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Planning Engineer to join our dynamic team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing comprehensive project plans, ensuring efficient resource allocation, and driving successful project outcomes.

• Develop and maintain project schedules, identifying critical paths and potential bottlenecks
• Analyze resource requirements and optimize allocation to ensure project efficiency
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather project requirements and define scope
• Monitor project progress, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions as needed
• Prepare and present detailed project reports, including risk assessments and mitigation strategies
• Conduct cost estimations and budget forecasting for various project phases
• Implement and maintain project management tools and methodologies
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and communicate project status effectively
• Continuously improve planning processes and methodologies to enhance overall project performance

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in planning engineering or project management
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6)
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with attention to detail
• In-depth knowledge of planning techniques, risk management, and resource optimization
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations relevant to project planning
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing project requirements
• Professional Engineering (PE) certification preferred
• Experience working in the Middle East, particularly in Saudi Arabia, is a plus

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.