About the Scheduler Specialist Role

Tractebel is seeking a Scheduler Specialist to join its team, focusing on major Infrastructure and Urban Development projects in Jeddah and Makkah. This full-time position is designed for professionals with 2-5 years of experience who will be instrumental in developing, maintaining, and analysing project schedules to ensure effective project planning and control.

Contribution to Project Planning and Control

The Scheduler Specialist plays a central role in project execution by collaborating with Project Managers, Engineers, Contractors, Consultants, and Client stakeholders. This position is suited for individuals with a background in infrastructure, utilities, transportation, water, urban development, or major engineering projects. Tractebel is committed to supporting local talent development and workforce localisation initiatives in Saudi Arabia, welcoming applications from professionals seeking long-term career growth within the Kingdom.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and control detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Prepare baseline schedules, revised schedules, and recovery programmes.
• Monitor project progress and analyse schedule performance against approved baselines.
• Conduct Critical Path Analysis and identify schedule risks and mitigation measures.
• Review contractor and subcontractor schedules and assess schedule compliance.
• Coordinate planning activities across engineering, procurement, construction, and project management teams.
• Prepare progress reports, dashboards, KPI reports, and schedule analyses.
• Support project controls activities through schedule forecasting and performance monitoring.
• Participate in project coordination meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify scheduling constraints and provide recommendations to improve project delivery performance.

Qualifications and Expertise

Candidates for this role should possess 2-5 years of experience in project scheduling, specifically within infrastructure or urban development projects. Proficiency in Primavera P6 is required, along with demonstrated experience in Critical Path Analysis and schedule risk management. The role demands an understanding of project controls principles and the ability to interpret and report on schedule performance effectively.

Work Environment and Collaboration

The Scheduler Specialist will operate within a dynamic project environment, requiring close collaboration with diverse project teams and external stakeholders. The ability to communicate complex scheduling information clearly and provide actionable recommendations is essential. This position offers an opportunity for professionals to contribute to significant projects while pursuing long-term career development within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Application Information

Tractebel invites qualified candidates to apply for this full-time Scheduler Specialist position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.