Planning Engineer

Job Title

Planning Engineer

Location(s)

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Ready to engineer your positive impact?

Then join Tractebel, part of the ENGIE Group, and our 5,600 passionate experts around the globe, driven by shaping a more sustainable world every day. It’s your chance to be a part of the adventure of the century: accelerating the energy transition – while enhancing people’s lives through meaningful projects. Make your contribution to carbon neutrality in markets like nuclear, renewables, power & gas, electrical grids, hydropower & dams, water resources & supply, desalination, complex & high-tech buildings, transport infrastructures, and ports & waterways.

Are you ready to make a difference? Then we look forward to meeting you!

What we offer

Tractebel is more than a place to work. It’s your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. It’s an environment built on team spirit, where you can reach your highest potential.

We offer:

• A competitive salary package including paid holidays, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive health insurance, and ENGIE stock options.
• Flexible, hybrid arrangements allowing one day of remote work per week.
• A vibrant team culture with events like our annual Iftar gathering and year-end festivities.

Your mission

As Planning Engineer in our Middle East department, you will contribute to our mission every day by playing a crucial role in developing and managing project schedules that ensure timely and efficient execution of strategic infrastructure and energy projects across the region.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans and schedules using Primavera P6, MS Project, and other planning tools.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineering teams to define project milestones and resource needs.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks or delays, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Conduct regular reviews and updates to project schedules, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Analyze performance metrics and prepare reports for stakeholders.
• Enhance planning methodologies and contribute to process improvements.
• Provide training and support to project teams on planning tools and best practices.

We would love to hear from people with

Your qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field; Master’s or certification preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in project planning within the [specific industry] sector.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and infographics tools.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles and planning techniques.
• Experience in scheduling and planning within consulting or construction contracting firms.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English is preferred.

Who you are

• You are detail-oriented and analytical, with strong problem-solving skills.
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• You are proactive and adaptable in dynamic project environments.
• You have a collaborative mindset and work well with cross-functional teams.
• You are committed to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• You are organized and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• You are passionate about contributing to sustainable and impactful projects.

Who we are

Our top priorities are people, ethics, safety, and sustainability. With Tractebel, you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you. Our people come first, and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation!

Find out more about Tractebel, our activities and why you should join us here!