alfanar is looking for an experienced Senior Planning Engineer to join its team in the Eastern Region of Saudi Arabia. This opportunity is suitable for qualified engineering professionals with 4 to 6 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, and cost control, particularly in EPC projects.
The Senior Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining project schedules, monitoring project progress, conducting critical path analysis, controlling project costs, and preparing regular progress reports. The role involves working closely with engineering, construction, and project management teams to ensure projects are completed within approved schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Planning and Scheduling
Develop integrated EPC Level 3 baseline project schedules using Primavera P6.
Prepare Level 2 schedules to support project proposals and planning activities.
Update and maintain project master schedules on a monthly basis.
Conduct critical path analysis and recommend corrective actions to prevent project delays.
Prepare project recovery schedules, revised baselines, and delay analysis reports.
Monitor project milestones and identify potential schedule risks in advance.
Participate in project planning meetings, Last Planner meetings, and engineering coordination meetings.
2. Project Cost Control and Budget Management
Support project teams in developing action plans to minimize project cost and schedule overruns.
Monitor project budgets and identify potential cost impacts.
Update project budgets and financial information in SAP.
Review target budgets in coordination with engineering, project, and construction management teams.
Track project performance and support effective cost-control activities.
3. Contract and Project Deliverables
Support the project change control process and maintain relevant documentation.
Establish and maintain project change logs, tracking records, and reporting procedures.
Assist in developing and maintaining project risk registers.
Support project invoicing and contract-related deliverables.
Coordinate with project teams to ensure timely completion of contractual requirements.
4. Resource Planning and Management
Coordinate with engineering, construction, and other project departments to assess resource requirements.
Evaluate the impact of ongoing activities and project changes on schedules.
Estimate manpower and other resources based on site productivity.
Monitor resource utilization and support efficient workforce planning.
5. Project Progress Monitoring and Reporting
Prepare monthly project progress reports, schedule forecasts, and project status updates.
Monitor actual and forecast project progress against approved schedules.
Develop progress curves, productivity reports, earned value reports, and staffing histograms.
Collect project information and prepare monthly status reports for project managers.
Issue formal project reports and prepare additional progress reports when required.
Provide project performance statistics and planning data for management reviews.
Highlight schedule deviations, project delays, and potential risks to project management.
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualification
– Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.
Work Experience
4 to 6 years of relevant experience in project planning, project scheduling, and cost control.
Experience in EPC project planning and progress monitoring is preferred.
Technical Skills and Competencies
Project Planning and Management
Project Scheduling and Monitoring
Primavera P6
EPC Project Scheduling
Critical Path Method (CPM) Analysis
Project Cost Control and Budget Management
Earned Value Management (EVM)
Project Progress Reporting
Baseline and Recovery Scheduling
Delay Analysis and Risk Management
Resource Planning and Forecasting
SAP Budget Management
Progress Curves and Staffing Histograms
Contract and Change Control Management
Key Requirements
Strong knowledge of project planning and scheduling methodologies.
Ability to develop and manage integrated project schedules using Primavera P6.
Understanding of EPC project execution and construction activities.
Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
Good communication and project management skills.
Commitment to quality, safety, and environmental compliance.
Job Responsibilities and Performance Expectations
The selected candidate will be responsible for achieving project planning and operational targets within approved timelines and budgets. The role requires effective coordination, proactive problem-solving, accurate reporting, and continuous improvement of project control processes.
The Senior Planning Engineer must also ensure compliance with company policies, quality requirements, health and safety standards, and applicable environmental procedures.
About alfanar
alfanar is a leading Saudi Arabian company operating in electrical manufacturing, engineering, construction, and energy solutions. The company delivers projects and services across various industries, focusing on engineering excellence, innovation, quality, and sustainable development.
Job Location
Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia (KSA)
Company: alfanar
Job Position: Senior Planning Engineer
Experience Required: 4–6 Years
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Relevant Field
Industry: Engineering, Construction, EPC Projects, and Project Management