Senior Planning Engineer

About Egis

Egis is a global group specializing in architecture, consultancy, engineering, and mobility services. Committed to addressing climate challenges, Egis creates and manages innovative infrastructures and buildings aiming for balanced, sustainable, and resilient territorial growth. Operating in 100 countries, the company harnesses the expertise of 19,500 employees to deliver cutting-edge solutions accessible across projects worldwide. In the Middle East alone, Egis employs 3,500 people spanning eight countries and has successfully delivered over 700 complex developments, boosting the region’s economic advancement and quality of life. Recognized among the top 10 engineering firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), the Group focuses on sustainability and leverages a deep understanding of local markets along with strategic acquisitions to serve governments, investors, and developers effectively.

Role Overview

The Senior Planning Engineer position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia requires a seasoned professional to lead project scheduling and coordination activities for mixed-use building developments. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, cost control, and compliance with regional construction standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, update, and manage comprehensive project timelines using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
• Work alongside project managers, architects, and stakeholders to determine milestones, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Analyze project data to detect risks, resolve conflicts, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Prepare detailed progress updates, forecasts, and presentations for senior leadership and clients.
• Coordinate interdepartmental activities to guarantee milestones are achieved on schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective project control systems to monitor schedule progress and budget adherence.
• Conduct frequent site inspections to evaluate project progress and resolve scheduling issues promptly.
• Mentor and support junior planning engineers in their professional development.
• Ensure all activities comply with Saudi Arabian building codes and regulations.
• Participate in advancing sustainable building techniques and support LEED certification initiatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of 13 years of relevant experience in planning engineering within mixed-use building projects.
• Demonstrated success in managing timelines of large-scale construction developments.
• Advanced skills with project scheduling tools including Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Proficiency in BIM software and AutoCAD.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of mixed-use building development procedures and applicable regulations.
• Familiarity with local Saudi Arabia building codes and standards.
• Awareness of sustainable building practices and LEED certification processes.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an advantage.
• Capability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced work conditions.