Job Title: Planning Engineer
Requisition ID: 20476
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Construction / Manufacturing
Experience: 2–7 Years

About alfanar

Headquartered in Riyadh, alfanar operates across construction, manufacturing, and real estate sectors throughout the Middle East and beyond.
alfanar Building Systems, a key division of alfanar, specializes in:

• Façade cladding & glazing systems

• Architectural aluminum products

• Precast concrete elements

• Real estate development

As a Grade I contractor, we deliver high-quality, large-scale building solutions and infrastructure projects.

Job Summary

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Planning Engineer to join our team in Riyadh. You will be responsible for creating and managing project schedules, ensuring timely delivery, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders. The role requires solid experience in planning tools like Primavera, MS Project, and Power BI, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera and MS Project

• Monitor progress, identify delays, and implement corrective measures

• Assess and allocate resources (manpower, materials, equipment) efficiently

• Analyze risks and propose mitigation strategies

• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and stakeholders

• Provide regular progress updates and performance reports

• Analyze historical data to improve future planning accuracy

• Ensure compliance with internal processes and industry standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field

• 2–7 years of experience in construction project planning

• Proficient in Primavera, MS Project, MS Office, Power BI, and AppSheet

• Strong understanding of project scheduling, resource management, and risk assessment

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and reporting skills

• Knowledge of cost control and quality assurance standards

Why Join alfanar?

• Be part of a leading regional construction & manufacturing group

• Work on impactful, large-scale building projects

• Career development and growth opportunities

• Collaborative and safety-driven work environment