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Lead Engineer, Planning and Programming

Lead Engineer, Planning and Programming

AL-AYUNIRiyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
1 day ago
Job description

The Lead Engineer, Planning and Programming develops, integrates, and maintains project and portfolio schedules across the sub-holding’s operating companies. The role ensures robust baselines, timely updates, accurate progress measurement, and early-warning insights, while driving consistent methods (Primavera P6 / EPPM), rules of credit, and resource / risk integration. The Lead coordinates with Project Managers, Engineering, Construction, Commercial / Contracts, and SCM to keep programs on track and supports delay-analysis inputs for variations / claims where required.

Principal Accountabilities

Policies, Processes & Procedures

  • Adhere to organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance and maintain a productive work environment.
  • Implement and uphold safety and security protocols to protect the well‑being of all employees and company assets.

Main Areas of Responsibility

  • 1. Project Scheduling & Planning :
  • Lead the development and implementation of standardized project scheduling frameworks, methodologies, and tools (e.g., Primavera P6).

  • Oversee the preparation, review, and approval of baseline schedules, updates, and progress reports for all projects.
  • 2. Progress Monitoring & Reporting :
  • Establish robust progress tracking and reporting mechanisms to ensure timely project delivery and early identification of delays.

  • Provide regular schedule performance analysis, forecasts, and recommendations to senior management.
  • 3. Claims & Variations Management :
  • Develop and implement claims management protocols, including identification, preparation, negotiation, and resolution of claims and variations.

  • Ensure all claims are supported by accurate documentation, analysis, and in compliance with contract terms.
  • 4. Risk Mitigation & Delay Analysis :
  • Lead delay analysis, forensic scheduling, and root cause investigations to support claims and dispute resolution.

  • Collaborate with project teams to develop and implement mitigation strategies for schedule risks.
  • 5. Systems Integration & Digitalization :
  • Drive the integration of scheduling and claims management systems with ERP and project controls platforms.

  • Support digital transformation initiatives to automate scheduling, progress tracking, and claims processes.
  • 6. Governance & Compliance :
  • Ensure compliance with internal scheduling and claims policies, contractual obligations, and industry standards.

  • Establish governance structures for schedule approvals, claims reviews, and audit readiness.
  • Perform additional duties as needed to support the team and overall business objectives.

    Required Academic Qualification

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • Category

    Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

    Other Requirements

  • Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, PSP, CCM) are preferred.
  • Project Scheduling & Planning (Expertise in developing and managing complex project schedules); Claims & Variations Management; Progress Monitoring & Delay Analysis; ERP & Scheduling Systems Integration with Experience with Primavera P6, ERP, and project controls platforms, Governance & Compliance
  • Years of Experience

  • 10 years of experience in project scheduling, claims management, or related roles, with at least 4 within large-scale contracting, construction, or infrastructure organizations.
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