Planning Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Planning Engineers with a strong background in shipyard operations to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules for MRO (maintenance, repair and operation) and NBR (new build rigs) projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.

The role will be based in Saudi Arabia. 

Duties & responsibilities:

• Prepare, review, and update the Project Schedule/s from bidding stage ‘till close-out stage.
• Prepare regular Project performance reports and produce measures to support schedule progress.
• Prepare weekly / monthly Subcontract’s accruals for Labor, Materials, and Equipment.
• Conduct Yard Capacity Planning (for Zones A & D2) based on info received from current Projects, Business Development in coordination with Zone A, Zone C, and Asset Management & Marine Operation Teams; Identify / Report back potential issues and risk with proposed mitigations.
• Conduct manpower planning based on Yard Capacity and Area planning. Coordinate with Zones A, B, & C planning team and HR on path forward.
• Update schedule(s), perform forecast in coordination with stake holders (engineering, P&SC, production, commissioning, Subcontractor).
• Monitor project’s progress and produce daily, weekly, monthly reports. Highlight areas of concern and propose mitigations.
• Carry out schedule risk analysis as and when required. Maintain Risk Register.
• Monitor potential of Change Management (internal / customer / supplier) and update the PMT.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as and when directed by head of department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in any field (or equivalent).
• PMP Certificate is preferable (but not essential).
• Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) Certificate preferable.
• Excellent knowledge in Primavera P6 (latest version) and MS Project
• Excellent knowledge in MS Office (excel, word, power point etc.)
• At least 3 - 6 years relevant experience in the industry performing the planning role.
• Onshore or Offshore project fabrication/ construction experience (Rig / Lift boat / Ship Building / MRO).