Senior Planning Manager

Overview

Job Description

Senior Planning Manger

Planning & Scheduling

• Develop, maintain, and control a detailed, logic‑linked baseline schedule for the Tunnel System Integration package using approved planning tools (e.g., Primavera P6).
• Structure the Work Breakdown Structure , Cost Breakdown Structure , and coding systems to support integrated reporting at package and program level.
• Define and validate construction, installation, integration, and commissioning sequences, including access, interfaces, and constraints with adjacent works.
• Establish and manage planning assumptions, calendars, production rates, and resource loading aligned with contract and program requirements.
• Coordinate and integrate schedules from contractors, consultants, and vendors into a consolidated package schedule and reconcile them with the program master schedule.

Progress Measurement & Reporting

• Develop and implement a robust progress measurement system, including earned value metrics and key performance indicators for time and productivity.
• Monitor actual progress against the baseline; identify variances, trends, and early warning indicators, and recommend corrective and recovery actions.
• Prepare regular planning reports (weekly, monthly, and ad hoc) including:
• + Progress curves and S‑curves
• + Critical path and near‑critical path analysis
• + Milestone tracking
• + 2‑week and 4‑week look‑ahead programmes
• Support the preparation and presentation of planning information for executive steering committees, client progress meetings, and internal governance reviews.

Interface & Integration Management

• Lead time‑related coordination for all interfaces affecting tunnel system integration, including:
• + Civil and structural works
• + Utilities and infrastructure diversions
• + Trackworks, road, and streetscape interfaces (if applicable)
• + MEP systems, life safety, and control systems
• + Architectural finishes and public realm
• Chair and/or support coordination meetings focused on programme interfaces, constraints, and access sequencing.
• Ensure tunnel system integration schedules are fully aligned with:

+ Overall Diriyah Infrastructure Master Schedule

Claims, Change & Risk Management

• Assess schedule impact of variations, design changes, late information, and site constraints; provide quantified time‑impact analyses to support commercial and contractual positions.
• Collaborate with contracts and commercial teams to evaluate extension of time claims and support negotiation and resolution.
• Maintain and regularly update schedule risk registers; perform schedule risk analysis using tools such as Monte Carlo simulations where required.
• Propose and evaluate mitigation and acceleration strategies, including resequencing, resource optimization, and shift or access changes.

Governance, Standards & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure all planning activities comply with client, program management, and Diriyah standards, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Establish and maintain planning procedures, templates, and guidelines specific to tunnel system integration.
• Mentor, lead, and develop planning team members, providing guidance on best practice in major infrastructure and tunnel systems delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement in planning methodologies, data quality, and digital tools (e.g., 4D planning, BIM integration for construction sequencing).

Key Deliverables

• Approved baseline schedule and subsequent schedule revisions for the Tunnel System Integration package.
• Integrated and coordinated schedule that reflects all relevant interfaces and constraints.
• Regular progress and performance reports, including:
• + Progress curves and S‑curves
• + Critical path and float analysis
• + Look‑ahead schedules
• + Risk‑adjusted schedule scenarios
• Time‑impact analyses for change events and claims.
• Inputs to program‑wide schedule risk analysis and mitigation plans.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant planning and scheduling experience in major infrastructure or transportation projects with at least 5 years in a senior planning role on large, complex, multi‑disciplinary programs.
• Demonstrable experience in tunnel projects and/or system integration packages, such as:
• + Road or rail tunnels
• + Utility tunnels or underground infrastructure
• + Complex MEP, life safety, and control systems integration
• Effective communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging with senior client representatives and project leadership.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and construction issues into clear scheduling strategies.
• Strong capability in schedule development, resource loading, cost loading, and earned value analysis.
• Experience with planning interfaces to BIM/4D tools and common data environments is beneficial.
• High level of competency in MS Excel, Power BI or similar tools for data analytics and dashboard reporting.
• Solid understanding of construction methodologies for tunnels, MEP systems, fire and life safety systems, and control/SCADA integration.
• Familiarity with international forms of contract (e.g., FIDIC) and their time‑related provisions.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Postgraduate qualification in Project Management or equivalent is preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6; experience with enterprise environments is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as, or equivalent are advantageous.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Ability to travel as required for coordination meetings and workshops.
• Commitment to safety, sustainability, and the overall vision of the Diriyah Gate Development.
• Willingness to be based full‑time in Riyadh and to attend site regularly.
• Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.
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