391 Senior Planner jobs in Saudi Arabia

About SJ Group:

Surbana Jurong's PMO Business Line drives governance, integration, and performance excellence across mega projects in the Middle East. From Infrastructure, transportation, and aviation to water, energy, and smart cities, our PMO professionals provide the analytics, insight, and leadership that empower timely and quality-driven outcomes.

Joining our team means contributing directly to transformational infrastructure and sustainable growth and helping clients realize the future vision of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, update, and manage project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Interface with multi-disciplinary teams to track progress, forecasts, and deliverables.
• Prepare progress reports, dashboards, and look-ahead programs.
• Support risk analysis, resource planning, and schedule optimization.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Project Management.
• 6–10 years of experience in planning and scheduling within consultancy or contractor environments.
• Strong proficiency in P6 and Excel dashboards.
• GCC experience preferred.

Why Join Surbana Jurong Group:

At SJ Group, we believe in "Engineering for People." Our PMO teams turn ambitious visions into deliverable realities, through data, discipline, and collaboration. You'll work alongside program leaders, technical experts, and global stakeholders on some of the region's most strategic developments.

We offer career progression, regional mobility, and a dynamic environment where talent and performance are recognized.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world

Main Roles and Requirements:

-Manage and track work orders, materials, spare parts, and manpower allocation and development with other departments.

-Interface with engineering, field technicians, and operations teams.

-Create and Track KPIs

-Capability to work on CMMS/EAM tools like SAP, Maximo, or Oracle

-Capability to work on Project scheduling tools such as (Primavera P6, MS Project).

House of Consulting Office for Consulting Engineers Co. (HCO)
is a multi-disciplinary consulting engineering firm based in Saudi Arabia. HCO employs a diverse range of architectural, engineering, planning, and consultancy professionals, allowing them to offer a "one-stop solution" for their clients' project needs throughout the entire lifecycle. HCO works on a wide range of project types, including residential, commercial, industrial, hospitality, retail, and healthcare.

We are seeking an experienced
Planner
to join our team in
Dammam
. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management and project scheduling to ensure timely delivery and efficient resource use.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Coordinate with project teams to align timelines and milestones.
• Analyze progress and resource allocation, identifying delays and recommending solutions.
• Prepare reports on project status, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Track critical paths and dependencies to optimize workflow.
• Support procurement and site teams with scheduling needs.
• Maintain accurate schedule records and communicate changes to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in construction or project planning.
• Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Planner, Al Kharj, Saudi Arabia

The Company:

Almarai is the world's largest vertically integrated dairy and the region's largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai Company is ranked as the #1 FMCG Brand in the MENA region and is a market leader in all its categories across the GCC. "Almarai currently employs over 46,000 employees servicing some 110,000 retail outlets and has reported net income of SAR 2.31 billion on sales of SAR 20.97 Billion in 2024."

An aggressive expansion program together with acquisitions in new vertical markets have created an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multinational team dedicated to furthering growth plans for the group.

About the Role:

Planning of Preventive Maintenance and other planned jobs and ensure that the information is passed on to the technicians and the system is updated on the status based on the feedback from technicians.

Requirements
:

Potential candidates must meet the requirements mentioned below:

• Diploma in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University.
• Minimum 3 years experience in any CMMS with knowledge of master data and complete order cycle.
• Knowledge of maintenance scheduling and data updating in the system.
• Hands on knowledge and experience in SAP or similar package.
• Should be a good team player.

Almarai offers a competitive package, generous leave, medical coverage, discretionary bonus, training, and development etc.

This is a great opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business, offering an excellent remuneration and benefits package.

Requisition ID:
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• Relocation Authorized: National - Single
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Riyadh

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Project Overview
Expo 2030 Riyadh is a global platform where countries, organizations, and individuals will come together to collaborate. Under the theme "Foresight for Tomorrow," the Expo promotes sustainable development, innovation, and transformative thinking. The event will be held from October 2030 to March 2031 and is expected to welcome over 40 million visits.

The 6 km² Masterplan outlines a comprehensive framework for participation and infrastructure at the Expo. The exhibition space, totaling 491,100 m² GFA, can accommodate up to 197 participating countries and 29 international organizations. Working collaboratively with our customer, Expo 2030 Riyadh Company (ERC), Bechtel will manage the infrastructure program which comprises early works, utilities, and publicly accessible spaces like streets and parks. Our scope on the six-square-kilometer site will transition into a mixed-use legacy development to serve the community after the six-month event is over. The project's master plan leverages international sustainability standards for urban afforestation, treated water, and energy sources.

Job Summary
In this role, you will work with the project team to assist in the preparation, establishment, and maintenance of schedule data for proposals or contracts. You will perform schedule development duties, monitoring, reporting, and analysis and assist with schedule recovery plans. Your work will enable Bechtel to optimize the scheduling details for critical activities to best achieve project deadlines and objectives.

Major Responsibilities

• Performs cost estimating, analysis, and control activities and schedule development, maintenance, reporting, and monitoring activities, as directed
• Collects or receives, as directed, drawings and other scope definition documentation that applies to assigned discipline or commodity specialty and verifies adequacy and completeness
• Performs, as directed, routine quantity takeoffs, within discipline or commodity specialty, from engineering and construction drawings
• Collects and tabulates quantity data for summary comparisons and reconciliations, or verifies quantities provided by others
• Prepares and presents cost/schedule information at meetings, as directed
• Assists in preparing cost/schedule data for proposals or contracts
• Gathers and verifies data on schedule, work force, and quantities to update and status discipline or specialty progress and performance reports
• Operates, manages, and oversees use of Active Risk Manager (ARM) or equivalent risk register software tool
• Assists the Project Risk Specialist or Project Risk Manager in the preparation of risk analysis recommendations, reports, metrics, and presentations
• Works with Risk Owners to update and satisfy project record keeping and data archival requirements in support of PERM activities
• Level 2:
• Assists in the development and support of project trend program
• Assists with budget allocation and reporting/cost control regime for specific construction discipline or group of disciplines
• Assists with developing and maintaining scope-specific schedules for easy integration into the total project plan following established project procedures/practices
• Assists with developing discipline level work logics in support of overall project schedule
• Assists with reporting progress relative to established milestones for total project or major portions of the project

Education And Experience Requirements

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-10 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Experience and demonstrated skill in planning, and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, and analysis
• Experience and demonstrated skill in establishing criteria for project planning and scheduling activities
• Skilled in oral and written communication, with a demonstrated ability to present planning and scheduling information to management and clients
• Demonstrated skill in identifying, analyzing, and solving problems
• Knowledgeable about current industry and technical developments

Total Rewards/Benefits
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• Develop Business forecast and create report.
• Prepare monthly department report.

Position Summary

The Planner is responsible for developing comprehensive planning strategies and solutions for commercial real estate projects. This role involves analyzing market conditions, zoning regulations, and development opportunities to create optimal land use and space planning recommendations that align with client objectives and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Analysis

• Conduct site analysis and feasibility studies for development projects
• Analyze zoning codes, land use regulations, and municipal planning requirements
• Prepare planning reports, presentations, and recommendations
• Research demographic, economic, and market data to inform planning decisions
• Evaluate development scenarios and alternatives

Project Coordination

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants on project planning
• Coordinate with municipal planning departments and regulatory agencies
• Support entitlement processes including rezoning, variances, and permits
• Manage project timelines and deliverables for planning phases

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Present planning concepts and recommendations to clients and stakeholders
• Participate in public meetings and community engagement sessions
• Communicate planning strategies to multidisciplinary project teams
• Build relationships with local planning officials and community groups

Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare planning applications and supporting documentation
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal planning regulations
• Maintain project files and planning documentation
• Monitor regulatory changes affecting development projects

Required Qualifications
Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Architecture, or related field
• Experience with commercial real estate or development projects preferred

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in GIS software (ArcGIS, QGIS)
• Knowledge of planning software (AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite)
• Strong analytical and research skills
• Understanding of zoning codes and land use regulations

Core Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Project management capabilities
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Ability to work collaboratively in team environments

Preferred Qualifications

• AICP certification or progress toward certification
• Master's degree in Urban Planning or related field
• Experience with public sector planning processes
• Knowledge of environmental planning and sustainability practices
• Familiarity with real estate development finance

Physical Requirements

• Occasional travel to project sites and client meetings
• Ability to work in office and field environments
• Standard office work conditions

• Input new item organization data, including make/buy lead-time/Planner code etc.
• Enter Build Plan(s) into the ERP system to support the use of planning tools. Develop and manage Planning BOMs and resources.
• Review and convert MRP (Oracle Supply Planning) suggested requirements into purchase requisitions and manufacturing orders.
• Review MRP compression and exception messages and resolve conflicts. Including ensuring regular communication with production/project management/procurement and the master scheduler.
• Attend production meetings to ascertain scheduling adherence, focusing on ETA/Demand supply.
• Support production management during the production meetings - communicating to the manufacturing team if the material is available to meet the manufacturing plan or highlighting the risks and leading to issue resolution.
• Reviewing the ERP system daily, making sure the material quantities are available in line with order due dates.
• Maintain ERP system data accuracy, including items master data, and through timely execution of transactions.
• Meet urgent deadlines by Re-prioritize planning activities/Check inventory.
• Represent the organization in a responsible and professional manner.
• Carry out other duties as and when business requirements dictate as may be reasonably expected by your supervisor.
• Follow all company policies and procedures.

• 3 to 5 years relevant experience in manufacturing OR Industrial engineering OR Production OR equivalent.
• MRP planning experience with complex products with multi-layer BOMs and high individual parts count (1000s).
• Experience gained with a multi-disciplined MRP planning role covering CNC machining, Fabrication, Assembly, and Testing is essential.
• Experience as a planner working in an ETO or MTO business environment.
• Experience with the advanced planning system, i.e., Oracle ASCP, SAP APO.
• Oracle ERP / MRP Super User experience.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver cost reduction and operational performance results.
• Demonstrated ability to create new master production scheduling methodologies.

• Medical Insurance - Ensures specialist care is available to you and eligible family members residing in country. Pre-existing medical conditions are covered. No limit on number of children covered under the policy however age and coverage limits apply in line with KSA CCHI rules. Option to select higher medical cover payable at employees own expense.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Allows you to feel comfortable knowing that you or your immediate family members can confidentially discuss any work or personal issues that are an inevitable part of life. The program helps support your mental, physical, social & financial well-being.
• GOSI (Social Insurance) - Payable to KSA employees, social insurance contributions are paid by the company in line with Government legislation to cover occupational hazards.
• End of Service Gratuity - In line with KSA Labour Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit.
• Examination Leave - Upon company approval to enroll in an education institute or to continue within such institution, employees have the right to fully paid leave to sit for an examination of an unrepeated year. Leave duration is based on the days of actual examination and must be applied for no less than fifteen days prior exam
• Professional Memberships - One professional membership, registration, subscription, certification and/or license cost per annum for all active Wood employees. The membership must be relevant to the role you are currently employed in or be part of a development plan. Reimbursement should be claimed via the expenses procedure system, with supporting evidence.
• Inspire Awards - Our annual awards programme is all about recognising and celebrating our inspirational colleagues - those designing the future, upholding our values and playing a pivotal role in delivering our strategy. Employees can recognise those who inspire them and make their day by nominating them for their hard work, innovation and tenacity.
• Long Service Award - Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years' service of our employees at 5 year service milestones.
• Career Development Champions - Prioritizes structured growth through goal setting and resource utilization. Employees use tools for planning and feedback, with managers actively coaching and mentoring to support advancement. Continuous learning and development are emphasized to help employees achieve their career goals effectively.

• Acts as Planning focal point for specific project scopes
• Review and maintain planning control structures are developed and maintained in alignment with approved project Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Review and maintain baseline project plans and schedules using appropriate scheduling software.
• Monitor and control planning activities through all phases of project lifecycle
• Liaise with engineering, procurement and construction functions, and others as required, including third parties, to maintain awareness of project activities, their status, and their impact on the project schedule and manpower requirements.
• Provide copies of project plans and schedules in accordance with project reporting requirements.
• Provide copies of project progress and performance status reports in accordance with project reporting requirements.
• Review and issue updates to project plans and schedules.
• Review and issue updates to project manpower requirements.
• Monitor and assess schedule impact of change notifications.
• Monitor and review overall project progress status, achievement of major milestones, and evaluate project performance in relation to planned performance.
• Attend internal project progress and performance status meetings as required.
• Liaise with cost discipline to ensure accurate and timely control and forecasting of man-hour budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests are properly assessed and included in the schedules.
• Participate in schedule risk analysis as required.
• Participate and lead Project Controls Compliance and Continuous Improvement Reviews
• Play an active role in the mentoring and career development of Planning personnel.
• Project schedules are maintained in accordance with approved contract and project Work Breakdown Structure.
• Project plans and schedules are issued in accordance with contract reporting calendar and on an as required basis.
• All project schedules are fully logic linked and show the critical path and total float for all activities.
• The project schedule is baselined at the time of approval by the client of funding for the project.
• All project schedules contain resources in accordance with the corporate standards.
• Work packs delivery milestones are clearly identified within the project schedules.
• A standard set of agreed milestones are maintained within both the schedule and the cost reporting database

• Typically requires ISCED level 6 (Bachelors) Degree in a relevant technical or business discipline (or equivalent gained through relevant vocational training and/or industry experience)
• Incumbents will typically have a minimum 15 year relevant scheduling/planning experience.
• Advanced knowledge of Primavera and other scheduling software and related tools and techniques including Logic and CPM analysis, resource loading and levelling
• Advanced knowledge of Project Execution Procedures for Scheduling
• Advanced understanding of WBS & CBS structures and project reporting capabilities
• Advanced ability to develop project schedules and plans.
• Advanced ability to prepare resource loading, progress and staffing plans.
• Excellent understanding of earned value application, cost and schedule variance analyses/trending and what-if scenarios
• Advanced understanding of project management principles and techniques
• Strong understanding of Cost Management, Change Control, Planning & Risk Analysis & Management
• Prior experience in a senior planning role