Senior Planning Engineer

AtkinsRéalis are looking for a Senior Planning Engineer to pe part of the PMC team on a major programme in Riyadh, KSA.

About AtkinsRéalis 

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.  

Experience:

• You will have experience in development and maintaining baseline programmes starting with very little briefs and input.

• You have considerable Planning & Scheduling experience showing clear career progression in the planning field through working either client side or for a consultancy.

• You will have experience of working on high value, high rise and other building/mixed use projects from pre-concept to handover.

• You will have proven track record in lead a team of professional planners and senior planners.

• You will have experience in dealing with clients on daily basis. You will have experience in working in high pressure environments with very demanding clients.

• Knowledge in the use of Primavera (P6) and MS Project is also essential

• Strong verbal and written communication skills is essential

• Experience in identifying delays and preparing impact or time extension analysis reports

Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Scheduling

• Overseeing & managing Planning Engineers

• Assist in managing logic networks based on critical path (P6)

• Assist in the development and preparation of weekly and monthly progress reports & dashboards to the client

• Assist in the updating of the Baseline Schedule, including executive summary report

• Identify bottleneck areas and alerting management as well as develop solutions

• Coordinate and interface with client, and other sub-contractors daily

• Assist in the development of weekly snap shots as required by the client

• Attend meetings with the client and owner and provide information to team members regarding new direction or updated information

• Developing the appropriate systems and procedures to deliver services to client

• Assist in preparing time extension or delay analysis reports

• Coordinate with the Commercial Team to ensure planning goals are achieved

• Be a team Leader to ensure all deliverables are submitted in a timely fashion

• Review and sign off on all deliverables prior to submission to owner & client

• Interface with the Design Team to ensure issuance of designs meet the planned schedule

• Interface with the clients project managers and zone managers on a daily basis

Qualifications & Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field

• Solid experience in Primavera P6

• Minimum 7 years of project management experience in the construction and engineering industry

• KSA experience is mandatory

Skills & Competencies & Key Requirements:

• Essential experience in high end buildings and infrastructure projects.

• Site based experience is mandatory.

• Previous experience in Tier 1 Contractor/PMC and project delivery on significant schemes.

• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken English (Arabic preferred).

• Strong presentation, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.

• Strong problem-solving capabilities, analytical skills, and the ability to evaluate intricate design challenges and propose innovative solutions.

• Experience working with diverse and cross-functional team disciplines, fostering effective collaboration and integration of various stakeholders.

• Results-driven mindset, consistently achieving project goals and driving success in design delivery.

• Adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Adaptability and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

• Strong team collaboration skills.

• Commitment to ethical conduct and the company’s values and principles.

• Capacity to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

• Ability to act independently when necessary.

• Upholding the highest standards of professional ethics, ensuring transparency and integrity in all interactions.

• Flexibility in adapting to changing project requirements and a commitment to continuous learning in the industry.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

Thrive with us. When you join us, your wellbeing, health and safety become our top priority.

Engineering the future with digital. From design and engineering to project management, digital is fundamental to our way of working.

Champion lasting change. We build sustainability into everything we do.

Rewards and Benefits

We offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive salary

• Medical and life insurance cover.

• Company gratuity scheme.

• Discretionary bonus scheme.

• Annual flight allowance to point of origin.

• Employee Wellbeing Programme

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

• Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.

• Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.

• Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect.