Project Locations
Riyadh – Dammam – Jeddah – Mecca
Project Type
- Water Projects
- STP (Sewage Treatment Plants)
- Pipeline Projects
- Water Tank Projects
Project Duration
Four (4) Years
Employment Type
Full-Time | On-Site
Interview Method
Online or Face-to-Face (In Person)
Application Deadline
Fri Mar 6th, 2026
Compensation
- SAR 21,000 Gross Monthly Package (Target)
- Performance-based salary increase eligibility
Role Summary
The Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules across major water infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia. The role requires solid planning experience within construction and infrastructure environments, ensuring projects are delivered on time and aligned with contractual milestones.
This is a site-based engineering role supporting project management through structured planning, scheduling, and progress analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Scheduling
- Develop detailed project schedules using recognized planning tools.
- Prepare baseline schedules in coordination with project management.
- Define work breakdown structures (WBS) for water infrastructure projects.
- Align planning activities with contract requirements and milestones.
Progress Monitoring & Control
- Monitor project progress against approved schedules.
- Identify delays and propose recovery plans.
- Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.
- Track critical path activities and float analysis.
Coordination & Reporting
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
- Participate in progress and coordination meetings.
- Support preparation of extension of time (EOT) documentation when required.
- Provide schedule updates to senior management.
Risk & Performance Management
- Identify schedule risks and mitigation strategies.
- Conduct variance analysis and performance tracking.
- Support cost-control and resource planning alignment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience
Experience Requirements
- Proven planning experience in construction and infrastructure projects.
- Experience in:
- Water Projects
- STP projects
- Pipeline projects
- Water tank construction
- Strong understanding of project scheduling methodologies and reporting.
Certification
- Primavera P6 or equivalent planning software certification is advantageous (if available).
Language Requirements
- English: Fluent (Mandatory)
- Arabic: Fluent (Mandatory)
Working Conditions
- On-site role across Riyadh – Dammam – Jeddah – Mecca
- Full-time engagement for the entire Four (4) Year project duration
- Travel between project locations as required
Required Documents (Mandatory in CV Submission)
Applicants must submit a CV including:
- Detailed list of infrastructure projects planned
- Clear description of planning responsibilities
- Software tools used (Primavera, MS Project, etc.)
- Employment history with exact dates (month/year format)
- Academic qualification details
- Current salary and notice period
- References (if available)
CVs without documented planning experience in infrastructure projects will not be considered.
Benefits
- Company-provided transportation
- Company-provided accommodation
- Medical insurance coverage (company-paid)
- Visa processing support (if required)
- Flight ticket support (if required)
- Annual leave entitlement as per company policy
- Performance-based salary increases
- Career growth and advancement opportunities within major infrastructure projects
Qualified candidates meeting the above criteria are encouraged to apply before Fri Mar 6th, 2026.
Availability: Immediate joining preferred
Email: Hiring@cpj.ai