Planner

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We are recruiting a Planner to join our dynamic team in Riyadh Saudi Arabia. As a Planner you will play a crucial role in developing managing and optimizing project schedules and programs to ensure successful delivery of our initiatives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders in a fast-paced innovative environment.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Develop comprehensive project schedules and detailed Gantt charts from first principles using industry-standard planning software ensuring alignment with organizational standards and project objectives.

Identify define and document all project activities tasks milestones and deliverables across the complete project lifecycle from initiation through closure.

Collaborate with Project Managers team leads and key stakeholders to establish realistic activity durations logical sequencing and resource assumptions.

Develop and manage schedule logic dependencies leads lags and float calculations to accurately identify and communicate the critical path for each project.

Integrate individual project schedules into consolidated master program schedules to provide portfolio-level visibility and enable informed decision-making.

Maintain and update project schedules on regular reporting cycles ensuring timely and accurate information for stakeholder communication and enterprise-wide reporting.

Conduct schedule risk assessments critical path analysis and contractor program reviews to identify potential delays and recommend mitigation strategies.

Assess project changes variations and scope modifications to determine impacts on schedule budget and overall program performance.

Support the implementation and monitoring of progress measurement methodologies including Earned Value Management (EVM) where applicable.

Prepare and contribute to comprehensive program and project performance reports for management and senior stakeholders presenting findings clearly and transparently.

Develop cost-loaded schedules to support cash flow forecasting financial planning and budget alignment.

Facilitate planning workshops and coordination meetings with design consultants contractors and internal teams to align methodologies assumptions and delivery strategies.

Interface with pre-construction design construction and operations teams to support project kick-off activities budget development and timeline planning.

Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to assess schedule impacts arising from design changes new materials innovative construction techniques or alternative methodologies.

Work closely with risk and cost management teams to enable accurate spend forecasting risk identification and proactive mitigation planning.

Provide timely accurate and clear responses to scheduling-related inquiries and requests for information supporting informed decision-making across the organization.

Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the planning function encouraging continuous improvement and best-practice scheduling outcomes.

Analyze scheduling data validate information and prepare summary documentation to support program controls analysis and strategic planning.

Qualifications :

Were looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in civil engineering project Management or a related technical discipline or equivalent professional experience in project planning and scheduling.

Proven 5 years of experience or more in developing and managing project schedules from first principles including leading planning workshops and establishing robust schedule logic.

Demonstrated proficiency with project scheduling software such as Primavera P6 Microsoft Project or similar planning tools.

Strong capability in critical path analysis Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) development and schedule optimization.

Experience coordinating and integrating multiple sources of schedule inputs and performance data into consolidated master schedules.

Proven ability to define agree upon and manage progress measurement and reporting methodologies with contractors and delivery partners.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex scheduling information clearly to diverse audiences.

Demonstrated experience working on large complex multi-disciplinary projects with multiple stakeholders.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel Word PowerPoint) and data analysis tools.

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and cost-loaded scheduling.

Familiarity with infrastructure construction or capital program delivery environments.

Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies and schedule risk analysis.

Experience with change management and impact assessment processes.

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent industry certification.

Experience working on projects in the Middle East or similar regional contexts.

Demonstrated experience with resource allocation optimization and capacity planning.

Familiarity with Agile or hybrid project management methodologies.

Additional Information :

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time