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<div dir="rtl">Company Description<br>شركة استشارات ادارية واقتصادية ومالية وتقنية وتتركز في قطاع وخدمات الحج والعمرة<br>Job Description<br>تقديم استشارات استراتيجية وتشغيلية للعملاء لتشخيص المشكلات وتقديم حلول قابلة للتنفيذ وتحسين الأداء وتحقيق نتائج قياس قابلة للمتابعة. Key Performance Indicators:
• تقديم توصيات استراتيجية قابلة للتنفيذ
• تحسين مؤشرات الأداء خلال دورات زمنية محددة
• إعداد خطط عمل وجداول تنفيذ مفصلة
• إدارة ورش عمل وتوثيق قرارات أصحاب المصلحة
• متابعة القياس والتقارير حتى تحقيق النتائج
• اعداد العروض الفنية
• ادارة المشاريع Qualifications:
• خبرة مهنية في مجال الاستشارات ذات الصلة
• يفضل وجود شهادة جامعية في إدارة الأعمال/الهندسة/الاقتصاد
• خبرة في إدارة المشاريع والتخطيط الاستراتيجي
• مهارات قوية في تحليل البيانات وإعداد التقارير
• إلمام بأفضل الممارسات والمعايير المهنية<br>Qualifications<br>
Required Qualifications <ul><li>خبرة مهنية في مجال الاستشارات ذات الصلة</li><li>يفضل وجود شهادة جامعية في إدارة الأعمال/الهندسة/الاقتصاد</li><li>خبرة في إدارة المشاريع والتخطيط الاستراتيجي</li><li>مهارات قوية في تحليل البيانات وإعداد التقارير</li><li>إلمام بأفضل الممارسات والمعايير المهنية</li><li>تحليل البيانات وكتابة التقارير</li><li>إدارة المشاريع (PM)</li><li>النمذجة المالية أو تحليل الأعمال</li><li>تصميم الاستراتيجيات وخطط العمل</li><li>إجراء دراسات الجدوى/تحليل العمليات</li><li>التواصل الفعّال مع أصحاب المصلحة</li><li>حل المشكلات والتحليل المنطقي</li><li>القيادة والتأثير</li><li>إدارة الوقت والأولويات</li><li>التفكير الاستراتيجي</li></ul>
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<h3 >About Nextwo and the Senior Digital Strategist Role</h3>
<p >Nextwo Co., a subsidiary of T2, is seeking a <strong >Senior Digital Strategist</strong> to join its team in <strong >Riyadh, Saudi Arabia</strong>. This full-time role is central to shaping and driving digital transformation initiatives for our banking and fintech clients within the region. The successful candidate will be responsible for owning the strategic direction of digital banking products and services.</p> <h3 >Role Purpose and Strategic Direction</h3>
<p >As a Senior Digital Strategist, you will play a critical role in guiding our clients through their digital evolution. This position involves leading the strategic development and implementation of advanced digital solutions, directly impacting the growth and efficiency of banking and fintech operations. The focus is on delivering impactful strategies that align with market demands and organizational goals.</p> <h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li >Lead the development of digital strategy roadmaps, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and Saudi market dynamics.</li>
<li >Drive digital transformation initiatives across digital banking and fintech operations.</li>
<li >Analyze market trends, competitor positioning, and customer behavior to inform digital strategy.</li>
<li >Partner with stakeholders to prioritize initiatives and define success metrics.</li>
<li >Design go-to-market strategies for new digital products and channels.</li>
<li >Present strategic recommendations to senior leadership.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Nextwo's Vision and Operational Model</h3>
<p >Nextwo was founded with the mission to leverage exceptional technology talent from Jordan and Egypt to support Saudi Arabia's expanding digital economy. Initially focused on staffing, the company has grown into a comprehensive human capital and technical manpower partner. Our expertise spans critical areas including SAP, Oracle, AI/ML, Cloud Architecture, Software Development, UI/UX, Fintech, and Finance.</p>
<p >Today, Nextwo operates across Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Egypt, offering various service models such as Offshore Development Centers, hybrid solutions, onsite manpower placement, and managed services. We maintain a talent retention rate exceeding <strong >90%</strong> and deliver approximately <strong >60% cost savings</strong> for our partners, reflecting our commitment to quality and long-term collaboration.</p> <h3 >Experience Requirements</h3>
<p >Candidates for this <strong >full-time Senior Digital Strategist</strong> position should possess <strong >5 to 10 years of relevant experience</strong>. This experience should ideally be within digital strategy, digital transformation, or a related field, particularly with exposure to the banking and fintech sectors.</p> <h3 >Location</h3>
<p >This position is based in <strong >Riyadh, Saudi Arabia</strong>. Nextwo Co. is committed to fostering digital growth in the region through strategic partnerships and talent deployment.</p>
<p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>Position scope, strategic mission, and operating context.</p><p><strong>Role Mission</strong></p><p>Drive reliable execution in AI search visibility optimization with clear KPI governance, weekly optimization cycles, and high-quality stakeholder communication.</p><p><strong>Business Context</strong></p><p>You will work with cross-functional squads supporting campaigns and delivery systems across MENA markets. This role contributes to our region-country-city operating model and reinforces commercial accountability. You will partner with strategy, delivery, and analytics leads to improve execution quality and speed.</p><p><strong>Role Snapshot</strong></p><ul><li>Department: SEO & Organic Growth</li><li>Employment Type: Full Time</li><li>Work Model: Hybrid</li><li>Primary Location: Riyadh (Hybrid) with MENA collaboration</li></ul><p><strong>Core Responsibilities</strong></p><p>Expected ownership areas and day-to-day execution scope.</p><ul><li>Own end-to-end delivery for Generative Engine Optimization Strategist initiatives, from planning through execution and optimization.</li><li>Translate business goals into KPI trees, sprint priorities, and measurable weekly actions.</li><li>Run structured experiments and document performance learnings for scaling decisions.</li><li>Collaborate with adjacent teams to align creative, technical, and operational dependencies.</li><li>Maintain QA discipline, reporting clarity, and leadership-ready status updates.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>3-5 years of experience in AI search visibility optimization.</li><li>Hands-on capability with entity mapping, answer-engine optimization, schema.</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management in cross-functional environments.</li><li>Data-informed decision making with comfort in KPI and performance analysis.</li><li>Demonstrated ownership mindset with the ability to execute against deadlines.</li><li>Experience working across multi-country or multi-region delivery environments.</li><li>Track record improving conversion quality, efficiency, or operational reliability.</li><li>Confidence in SOP documentation and process governance.</li></ul>
<strong>Job Description<br><br></strong>WSP are currently looking for a Senior Planner to join a major roads & highways construction project based in Riyadh.<br><br>As a Senior Planner, you will be responsible for leading the planning and scheduling activities for projects within the organization. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to develop comprehensive project plans, establish timelines, allocate resources, and monitor progress. This role requires strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to effectively coordinate and prioritize multiple projects to ensure successful outcomes. As a senior member of the planning team, you will provide guidance and mentorship to junior planners and contribute to the continuous improvement of planning processes and methodologies.<br><br><strong>Responsibilities<br><br></strong><ul><li>Project Planning: Lead the development of project plans, including scope definition, work breakdown structure, schedule, and resource allocation, in collaboration with project teams.</li><li>Scheduling: Develop and maintain project schedules using project management software, ensuring alignment with project objectives and milestones.</li><li>Resource Management: Coordinate with resource managers to allocate resources effectively and optimize resource utilization across multiple projects.</li><li>Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks and constraints that may impact project timelines or budgets, and develop mitigation strategies to address them.</li><li>Progress Monitoring: Monitor project progress against established schedules and milestones, and proactively identify and address deviations or delays.</li><li>Communication: Communicate project status, risks, and issues to project teams, stakeholders, and senior management through regular reports and presentations.</li><li>Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather input, resolve conflicts, and ensure alignment of project plans with organizational goals.</li><li>Quality Assurance: Ensure that project plans adhere to quality standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve planning processes, tools, and methodologies, and lead initiatives to implement enhancements.</li><li>Mentorship and Training: Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to junior planners to support their professional development and ensure consistency in planning practices across the organization.<br><br><br></li></ul><strong>Qualifications<br><br></strong><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in engineering, project management, construction management, or related field required; advanced degree preferred.</li><li>Minimum of 20+ years of experience in project planning and scheduling, with demonstrated progression to senior roles.</li><li>Experience of working on similar roads & highways construction projects.</li><li>Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar tools.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex project requirements and constraints.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.</li><li>Leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate teams, resolve conflicts, and drive results in a collaborative environment.</li><li>Knowledge of project management best practices, methodologies, and tools.</li><li>Familiarity with industry-specific regulations, standards, and practices related to project planning and scheduling.</li><li>Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is desirable.</li><li>Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of project management.<br><br><br></li></ul>Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.<br><br>Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.<br><br>With us, you can. Apply today.
Pre-requisites:<br><br>Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or related field Minimum 5-7 years of event planning experience Minimum 3 years of experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC countries Experience planning family-oriented and community events<br><br>Job Description:<br><br>JLL is seeking a detail-oriented and creative Event Planner to join our community engagement team at a prestigious mixed-use compound in Saudi Arabia. This role is crucial in translating the community engagement strategy into exceptional on-ground experiences that delight residents and strengthen community bonds.<br><br>The Event Planner will be responsible for the end-to-end planning and coordination of compound events, from initial concept development through post-event evaluation. The ideal candidate combines strong organizational skills with creative flair, cultural awareness, and the ability to bring event visions to life within budget and timeline constraints.<br><br>Key Responsibilities:<br><br> Translate strategic community engagement objectives into detailed event plans and concepts. Develop comprehensive event proposals including themes, activities, layouts, timelines, and budget estimates. Create detailed run-of-show documents, floor plans, and production schedules for all events. Design culturally appropriate and family-friendly event experiences suitable for diverse resident demographics. Ensure all event concepts align with compound brand standards and community values. Plan seasonal celebrations (Eid festivals, National Day, Ramadan activities, Back-to-School, etc.) Develop contingency plans for weather-related or other unforeseen circumstances. Source, evaluate, and select vendors including caterers, entertainers, decorators, equipment suppliers, and service providers. Negotiate contracts and service agreements ensuring competitive pricing and quality standards. Manage vendor relationships and serve as primary point of contact during event preparation and execution. Conduct site visits and vendor briefings to ensure understanding of requirements and expectations Oversee vendor setup, operations, and breakdown during events. Evaluate vendor performance post-event and maintain preferred vendor database Coordinate all logistical elements including venue setup, furniture, audio-visual equipment, décor, signage, and materials. Arrange necessary permits, approvals, and insurance requirements from compound management and external authorities. Prepare detailed event budgets with line-item breakdowns for management approval. Track event expenses in real-time and maintain accurate financial records. Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or resident experience. Prepare post-event financial reconciliations and variance reports. Collaborate with marketing team to develop event promotional materials and campaigns. Ensure all events comply with Saudi regulations, cultural guidelines, and compound policies. Maintain proper documentation including permits, insurance certificates, and safety plans. Oversee event setup and conduct final walk-throughs before events commence. Serve as on-site event lead during execution, managing timeline and troubleshooting issues. Conduct post-event evaluations including resident feedback collection and analysis. Prepare comprehensive event reports documenting outcomes, attendance, budget performance, and lessons learned. <br><br>The candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills in English (written and verbal) and strong interpersonal abilities, as this role requires regular coordination with diverse stakeholders including residents, vendors, event agencies, internal departments (security, facilities, marketing), and community partners to ensure successful event execution.<br><br>The candidate will be required to perform all functions and responsibilities of the role, which may not always be expressly mentioned in the Clients contract but would be deemed necessary for the proper performance of services and the carrying out of activities for the effective and efficient management of the property in accordance with good industry protocols and any applicable best international standards and codes of practice.<br><br>Key Experience:<br><br>Proven experience planning and executing community events, festivals, and family activities in Saudi Arabia or similar cultural contexts Track record managing events ranging from intimate gatherings (50-100 people) to large-scale community festivals (500+ attendees) Experience working with Saudi vendors, suppliers, and service providers Knowledge of Saudi permit requirements and regulatory compliance for events Experience managing event budgets ranging from small-scale to large-scale events across various budget tiers Demonstrated ability to manage multiple events simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail Experience with both indoor and outdoor event setups in compound or community settingsundefinedundefined<br><br>Skills Required:<br><br>Event planning and project management Vendor management and negotiation Budget management and financial tracking Cultural awareness and sensitivity Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel for budgets, Power Point for proposals, Word for documentation) Experience with event management software (Eventbrite, Cvent, or similar platforms) Knowledge of event design software (preferred but not required) Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic conversational ability is a plus) Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail Creative mindset with ability to develop engaging event concepts Flexibility and adaptability in fast-paced, changing environments Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!<p> </p>At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what s possible.<p> </p> <p> </p> <p> <u> <b>Job Description:</b> </u> </p> <p>**Join a Landmark Giga-Project Shaping the Future of Saudi Arabia**</p> <p>Our client is delivering one of the Kingdom s most ambitious and high-profile giga-projects, set to redefine global standards in destination development, innovation, and visitor experience. As part of the integrated Delivery Partner team, you will play a key role in planning, designing, and implementing world-class assets and infrastructure that support the Kingdom s Vision 2030.</p> <p>This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a pioneering program at scale, working alongside industry-leading experts, cutting-edge technologies, and diverse stakeholders. If you are driven by challenge, motivated by impact, and eager to be part of a legacy project that will influence generations to come, we invite you to consider joining this transformative journey.</p> <p> </p> <p>The <b>Senior Director: Mobility Planner </b>is the ultimate technical, operational, and strategic authority responsible for the end-to-end planning, efficiency, and day-to-day management of the city s multi-modal mobility network.</p> <p> </p> <p>With a mandate requiring extensive distinguished leadership experience, this executive-level leader oversees the live operations of the entire transportation ecosystem. This includes public transit systems, autonomous shuttle corridors, active mobility trails, parking networks, micro-mobility, and intelligent traffic management systems. Sitting firmly within the O&M division, this role focuses on maximizing network throughput, minimizing congestion, deploying next-generation smart-city mobility technologies, and ensuring safe, seamless, and sustainable journeys for millions of annual residents and visitors.</p> <div> </div> <p> <b>Key Responsibilities</b> </p> <p> <b>1. Multi-Modal Network & Transit Operations (O&M)</b> </p> <ul> <li>Direct the daily operations, transit scheduling, and fleet management of all public and private transportation systems, including buses, light rail/monorail, micro-mobility, and autonomous mass transit networks.</li> <li>Oversee the strategic implementation of active mobility frameworks, managing pedestrian corridors, bike networks, and scooter-sharing infrastructure to ensure perfect connectivity between major city hubs and entertainment districts.</li> <li>Serve as the principal authority for high-footfall event transport planning, designing mega-crowd traffic diversion models, park-and-ride strategies, and flexible transit surges to handle peak visitor loads seamlessly.</li> <li>Formulate robust emergency transportation plans, network redundancy routes, and incident-response protocols to guarantee zero-disruption mobility during grid failures or civil emergencies.</li> </ul> <p> <b>2. Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) & Traffic Engineering</b> </p> <ul> <li>Direct the operational deployment and tuning of the city's Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), including adaptive traffic signals, automated speed enforcement, and real-time transit information displays.</li> <li>Partner with the digital city operations hub to leverage real-time traffic flow telemetry, predictive AI congestion mapping, and IoT sensor loops to optimize vehicle movements city-wide.</li> <li>Act as the technical authority for the city's smart car parks, integrating automated parking guidance systems (PGS), automated billing, license plate recognition (LPR), and electric vehicle (EV) charging grids with the broader mobility network.</li> </ul> <p> <b>3. Financial Cost Recovery & Asset Integration</b> </p> <ul> <li>Translate multi-modal usage logs, public transit ticketing data, and shared mobility fees into automated financial models for corporate finance teams.</li> <li>Provide the Service Charge Director with audited transit-wear metrics to ensure equitable infrastructure cross-charging, charging commercial zones, theme parks, and venues their fair share for the mobility infrastructure feeding their districts.</li> <li>Collaborate with the Asset Lifecycle Planning (LCP) division to map out multi-decade Capital Asset Replacement Plans (CARP) for core mobility infrastructure (e.g., transit fleets, smart charging arrays, signals, and ITS servers).</li> <li>Partner with the SAP-EAMS team to ensure every vehicle, charging dock, traffic sensor, and transit station is assigned a flawless digital ID for data-driven, predictive maintenance scheduling.</li> </ul> <p> <b>4. Stage-Gate Handover & Design Advisory</b> </p> <ul> <li>Serve as the primary mobility gatekeeper on the Stage-Gate Handover Committee, auditing traffic impact assessments (TIAs) and multi-modal readiness before newly constructed transit corridors or roads transition into live city operations.</li> <li>Formulate rigorous testing and commissioning verification rules for all transit fleets and smart ITS software networks prior to full operational adoption from builders and vendors.</li> </ul> <div> </div> <p> <b>Job Requirements & Qualifications</b> </p> <p> <b>Education & Professional Credentials</b> </p> <ul> <li> <b>Bachelor s Degree</b> in Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Urban Design, Traffic Engineering, or a highly relevant quantitative technical discipline from an accredited institution.</li> <li> <b>Master s Degree</b> in Transportation Engineering, Smart Mobility, Urban Planning, or an MBA from a globally recognized institution is highly preferred.</li> <li> <b>Professional Certifications:</b> Active senior professional registration, such as a Chartered Engineer (<b>CEng</b>), Professional Engineer (<b>PE</b>), or certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners (<b>AICP</b>) / Institute of Transportation Engineers (<b>ITE</b>).</li></ul>
<ul><li><p>We are seeking a Senior Planning Engineer who will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and controlling project schedules to ensure timely project delivery. The role involves coordinating with project managers, engineers, and contractors to track progress, identify delays, analyze risks, and implement corrective actions to maintain project timelines and resource efficiency.</p><p>Project Planning & Scheduling</p><ul><li><p>Develop detailed project schedules and work breakdown structures (WBS) using planning software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.</p></li><li><p>Prepare baseline schedules in coordination with project teams.</p></li><li><p>Establish project milestones, timelines, and deliverables.</p></li></ul><p>Progress Monitoring & Reporting</p><ul><li><p>Monitor project progress and update schedules regularly.</p></li><li><p>Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports.</p></li><li><p>Analyze schedule variances and delays and recommend corrective actions.</p></li></ul><p>Coordination & Stakeholder Management</p><ul><li><p>Coordinate with project managers, engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure alignment with project timelines.</p></li><li><p>Participate in progress meetings and provide schedule updates.</p></li><li><p>Ensure planning activities align with project objectives and contract requirements.</p></li></ul><p>Risk & Delay Analysis</p><ul><li><p>Conduct delay analysis and impact assessments.</p></li><li><p>Identify potential scheduling risks and develop mitigation strategies.</p></li><li><p>Support claims preparation related to project delays when necessary.</p></li></ul><p>Resource & Cost Planning</p><ul><li><p>Assist in resource allocation and manpower planning.</p></li><li><p>Track project performance against schedule and budget.</p></li><li><p>Support project teams in optimizing productivity and workflow.</p></li></ul><p>Documentation & Compliance</p><ul><li><p>Maintain accurate planning documentation and records.</p></li><li><p>Ensure planning and reporting processes comply with project management standards and company policies.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.</p></li><li><p>Typically 8–12 years of experience in project planning and scheduling.</p></li><li><p>Experience in construction, infrastructure, or real estate development projects.</p></li><li><p>Strong experience with Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of project planning methodologies and scheduling techniques.</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical and reporting skills.</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and coordination abilities.</p></li><li><p>Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.</p></li><li><p>Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple project timelines.</p></li><li><p>Experience working on large-scale construction or infrastructure projects.</p></li><li><p>Knowledge of EPC projects and project control systems.</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with FIDIC contract conditions.</p></li></ul>
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<span></span><p>.</p><br>Job Purpose <br><p>The Planning Engineer supports large-scale real estate development projects by owning the day-to-day scheduling, progress monitoring, and reporting cycle across multiple concurrent projects. The role works closely with site teams, project managers, and client-side planners to ensure schedules remain accurate, credible, and actionable</p><br><br><br>Functional Responsibilities <br>
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<p><span>• </span><span>Collect, verify, and update site progress data on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.</span></p><br>
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<br><br>Qualification <br>Bachelor in Civil Engineering<br><br><br>Experience <br>4 to 6 Years<br>2 to 5 Years<br><br><br>Skills <br>Project Scheduling<br>Project Resource Management<br>Risk Assessment<br>Compliance<br><br><br><br>
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<p>JOB PURPOSE BAE Systems is the UK Government s nominated Prime Contractor under the Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment, support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) aircraft and train RSAF and Royal Saudi Naval Force personnel safely in a training environment in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons. BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships. This role is responsible to the Fleet Management Support Service (FMSS) Team Leader through the FMSS Scenario Modeller for the following, Development of the PC Critical Asset Planning Tool. Development of ad hoc What If asset management scenarios in order to provide advice to the PC Logistics Inventory Optimisation Supply team, PC Stakeholders and RSAF Fleet Management on all matters regarding assets on the Typhoon platform. Plans carried out and delivered in accordance with the RSAF Force priorities and integrated through the RSAF Command Structure, the Integrated Logistics Operations Centre (ILOC) and the RSAF and PC maintenance organisations</p><p>JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES</p><ul><li>Planning, managing and reporting of Major Critical Assets including, but not exclusively, Engines, Damocles LRP and Pylons</li><li>Monitor and report recommendations that could impact Salam contractual deliverables</li><li>Continual analysis of asset data in order to identify areas for future improvement in planning, tasking optimisation and maintenance efficiency</li><li>Provide proactive support and direction for on base RSAF stakeholders to ensure that all scheduled maintenance requirements, maintenance programme changes and operational requirements are planned and accomplished effectively.</li><li>Provide fleet direction to the other on base Salam stakeholders with regards to asset usage rates, Operator adherence, Scheduled and Corrective Maintenance.</li><li>Provide inputs for any formal reports as required by key stakeholders from RSAF, BAE Systems SA or BAE Systems</li><li>Enhance and augment the Capability of the current Fleet Management Organisation by developing and deploying fleet management policy underpinned by repeatable processes and procedures, developing and deploying modelling capability using the Witness Toolset and developing and deploying strategic and tactical planning capability using the Mxi LRP Toolset.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><h2>RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION</h2><ul><li>Have extensive proven post qualification practical maintenance/CA experience supported by formal record, including a substantial minimum proven experience requirement within relevant CA environment.</li><li>Have proven experience in a relevant management role.</li><li>Able to describe or demonstrate a Familiar level of knowledge of Continuing Airworthiness, the aircraft types managed and the aircraft maintenance environment.</li><li>Able to demonstrate a Practitioner level of skills in Fleet Planning and Aircraft Maintenance Programme, plus a Familiar level of skills in Reliability Programme and Modifications management.</li><li>Leadership skills and proven ability to supervise personnel.</li><li>A recognised qualification to NVQ3/ONC/OND/BTEC level in a relevant technical discipline, or a technical apprenticeship, or suitable equivalent technical qualification acceptable to M&CA. Or Part 66 licensed (current or lapsed), or suitable equivalent technical license acceptable to M&CA.</li><li>Saudi Engineering Council (SEC) Registration.</li><li>Ex-military with experience serving on an operational military flying unit or civilian experience with an industry partner in a fast jet role.</li><li>Experience in a high-tempo operational environment in a Fleet, Maintenance or Supply position.</li><li>Experience in Witness, LRP, MS Office applications</li><li>Broad Project Management experience</li></ul><h2>RECRUITMENT</h2><ul><li>Understanding and application of the LCM processes.</li><li>Maintenance of inter-team dependencies across suppliers and customer boundaries.</li><li>Proven track record training and mentoring staff at a senior level.</li><li>High level of interpersonal skill to co-ordinate a large number of diverse and complex activities and the ability to communicate, influence and direct the decision making process at all levels.</li><li>The ability to act upon their own initiative within the scope of their job</li></ul><h2>RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION</h2><h3>Desirable</h3><ul><li>Should have the ability to be tactful, discreet and confident in dealing with people at all levels.</li><li>Should be able to work on their own initiative to resolve complex technical issues.</li><li>NVQ5/BTEC/HND or Degree in a relevant technical discipline, acceptable to M&CA.</li><li>Incorporated or Technician Engineer with an appropriate professional institute such as Saudi Council of Engineers, Royal Aeronautical Society or Institute of Engineering & Technology.</li></ul>
<h3 >About Almarai</h3>
<p >Founded in 1977, Almarai Company is recognized as the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company in MENA. Headquartered in Riyadh, Almarai is ranked as the number one FMCG Brand in the MENA region and a market leader across its categories in the GCC, Egypt, and Jordan. The company employs over 43,000 professionals across these regions, with reported net income of SAR billion on sales of SAR 22 billion in 2025.</p>
<h3 >The Role of Senior Production Planner</h3>
<p >Almarai is seeking a <strong >Senior Production Planner</strong> to join its team. This full-time position is based in Makkah, Rabigh, or King Abdullah Economic City. The primary purpose of this role is to develop detailed production plans based on sales forecasts and actual order requirements, ensuring efficient utilization of processing and packing machine assets. The Senior Production Planner will also monitor the plan throughout its cycle and communicate any necessary changes to relevant departments.</p>
<h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li >Prepare practical daily and weekly planning schedules that address operational requirements.</li>
<li >Work towards achieving 100% optimization of processing and packing machinery.</li>
<li >Ensure all processing and packing plans adhere to established norms and standard operating procedures to prevent non-conformance and concessions.</li>
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<h3 >Required Experience</h3>
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<li >Candidates should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience in production planning.</li>
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<h3 >Work Type and Location</h3>
<p >This is a full-time position. The role offers opportunities in Makkah, Rabigh, and King Abdullah Economic City.</p>
<p>Support project planning and progress monitoring activities, including reviewing Contractor schedules, tracking progress, and preparing planning reports.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support review and monitoring of Contractor schedules.</li><li>Track planned versus actual progress.</li><li>Review look-ahead schedules and progress updates.</li><li>Collect and verify progress information from site teams.</li><li>Prepare planning reports, dashboards, and schedule updates.</li><li>Identify potential delays and escalate them to the Senior Planner.</li><li>Maintain planning records and schedule data.</li><li>Support schedule analysis and reporting.</li></ul><p><strong>Project Locations</strong></p><p>Potential opportunities may arise across:</p><ul><li>Central Region (Riyadh)</li><li>Western Region (Jeddah)</li><li>Western Region (Makkah - Madinah)</li><li>Eastern Region (Khobar - Dammam)</li><li>Southern Region (Aseer - Jazan Najran)</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p><strong>Minimum Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.</li><li>7+ years of relevant experience .</li><li>Experience in construction supervision or consultancy preferred.</li><li>Good knowledge of Primavera P6 , Microsoft Excel, Power BI .</li><li>Good analytical and communication skills.</li></ul>
<p>The main purpose of a demand and supply planner job is to ensure that the right products are available in the right quantities, at the right time, and at the right cost to meet customer demand and maximize profitability by assuring that all branches/warehouses in KSA have the right quantity with committed quality on daily basis by reviewing available stock, days of supply and actual sales report with coordination with logistics department. The demand & supply planner creates the production plan/dispatch plan with close follow up in order to make sure that the stock covering target days of supply , along with material planning to meet the required production volumes based on the forecast by corporation with procurement department and supplier communication .</p><ul><li>Collect and analyze region forecast, sales forecast, warehouse available space and production capacity.</li><li>Detailed forecast analysis per SKU to improve demand planning .</li><li>Update the DSP KPIs , monitor , root cause analysis , take corrective and preventive actions , analyze data and review.</li><li>Ensure that all documentation for the planning processes and systems is up-to-date and complies with company standards.</li><li>Analyze sales trends and identify the key drivers of sales of key products and product groups, and ensure proper production planning along with material planning with maintaining stock cover of both finish goods and raw & packaging materials at optimum inventory level with no risk on bad goods and out of stock .</li><li>Prepare statistical forecasts for use in the sales forecasting process and improving demand planning accuracy.</li><li>Production planning based on available stocks,capacity,demand,actual sales trend</li><li>Material planning based on available material stock, demand,actual sales trend , warehouses capacity within the material shelf life expiry date with optimum inventory level and cost.</li><li>Supply/dispatch planning to ensure stock balancing and no bad goods.</li><li>Play a key role between commercial side and technical side in terms of volumes commutations.</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>BS college degree in Engineering/Business/Marketing or equivalent</p><p>3+ experience in FMCG industry.</p><p>very good command in English</p><p>Supply Chain knowledge.</p><p>SAP strong knowledge in DSP/APO</p><p>Demand and Supply Planning knowledge & Experience</p>
<p>Key Responsibilities: Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules from conceptual design through construction and handover. Prepare baseline schedules, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), milestones, critical paths, and project progress measurement systems. Coordinate with design, BIM, engineering, construction, and project management teams to ensure alignment of project activities and deliverables. Monitor design and construction progress against approved schedules and identify delays, slippages, and schedule risks. Prepare and update project schedules using Primavera P6 and other planning tools. Coordinate BIM and design deliverables with the overall project schedule. Monitor BIM-related milestones, model coordination, clash detection, design reviews, and document deliverables. Review design and engineering deliverables to ensure timely completion against project milestones. Prepare look-ahead schedules, progress reports, dashboards, and schedule updates for PMO management. Analyze schedule impacts resulting from design changes, technical issues, approvals, procurement, and construction activities. Support development of recovery plans and mitigation strategies for delayed activities. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to identify and resolve schedule and interface issues. Participate in planning, design coordination, progress, and project review meetings. Support resource planning, forecasting, and project delivery optimization. Maintain accurate planning records and provide regular reports to PMO leadership. Promote the effective use of BIM and digital project information to improve planning and project delivery.</p><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.</li><li>Minimum 15 years of experience in project planning, scheduling, design management, BIM, or related roles within engineering, construction, infrastructure, or major capital projects.</li><li>Proven experience working with multidisciplinary design and project teams.</li><li>Strong experience in project planning and scheduling using Primavera P6.</li><li>Experience with BIM software, particularly Revit, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.</li><li>Strong understanding of BIM standards, protocols, and BIM Execution Plans.</li><li>Good knowledge of BIM processes, including clash detection, model coordination, design coordination, and document control.</li><li>Strong understanding of design principles and engineering processes.</li><li>Experience integrating design and BIM deliverables into project schedules and project controls.</li><li>Familiarity with the complete project lifecycle from conceptual design through detailed design, construction, commissioning, and handover.</li><li>Good understanding of how BIM and digital technologies can improve project planning, coordination, and delivery.</li><li>Strong knowledge of WBS, critical path analysis, baseline management, progress measurement, schedule analysis, and delay monitoring.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for project tracking and reporting.</li><li>Excellent analytical, communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Experience working within a PMO, PMC, engineering consultancy, or major construction organization is preferred.</li><li>Saudi Arabia/GCC project experience is preferred.</li></ul>
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<p>We are seeking an experienced <b>Planning Director / Project Controls Director</b> to lead planning, scheduling, project controls and performance management across a portfolio of major construction and infrastructure projects.</p><p>The successful candidate will be responsible for establishing and managing integrated planning and project control systems, monitoring project performance, providing strategic guidance to project teams, and ensuring projects are delivered in line with approved <b>scope, schedule, budget and contractual requirements</b>.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead the <b>Planning & Project Controls function</b> across multiple construction and infrastructure projects.</li><li>Develop and implement integrated project planning, scheduling and control systems.</li><li>Establish project baseline schedules, WBS, progress measurement systems and reporting structures.</li><li>Lead planning activities using <b>Primavera P6</b> and other project-control systems.</li><li>Monitor project progress, critical paths, milestones, productivity and schedule performance.</li><li>Identify delays, risks and potential schedule impacts and develop recovery/mitigation strategies.</li><li>Lead <b>EOT, delay analysis, disruption and claims-related planning activities</b>.</li><li>Review contractors' and subcontractors' schedules, updates and recovery programmes.</li><li>Establish and monitor project budgets, cost forecasts and cash-flow projections in coordination with Commercial and Finance teams.</li><li>Implement <b>Earned Value Management (EVM/EVA)</b> and project performance KPIs.</li><li>Prepare executive-level dashboards, project performance reports and management presentations.</li><li>Lead planning and project controls teams, including Planners, Schedulers and Cost Controllers.</li><li>Coordinate with Project Directors, Construction, Engineering, Commercial, Procurement and Finance teams.</li><li>Support tender/pre-award planning, project mobilisation and development of baseline programmes.</li><li>Review contractual requirements and ensure planning deliverables comply with project and contract obligations.</li><li>Implement project controls procedures, systems and best practices across the organisation.</li><li>Support <b>FIDIC-based contract administration</b>, variations, claims and dispute resolution through accurate planning and project records.</li><li>Develop and implement digital project controls and ERP integration where required.</li><li>Provide strategic recommendations to senior management regarding project performance, delays, resource requirements and corrective actions.</li></ul> </div><h2 class="h5">Skills</h2>
<div data-jb-field="skills"><ul><li><b>18+ years of experience</b> in construction planning, project controls or project management.</li><li>Significant experience with <b>large-scale building, infrastructure, utilities or mega construction projects</b>.</li><li>Strong <b>GCC experience</b>, preferably Saudi Arabia and/or Qatar/Kuwait.</li><li>Proven experience managing <b>multiple projects / large project portfolios</b>.</li><li>Strong expertise in <b>Primavera P6</b>.</li><li>Excellent knowledge of project scheduling, progress monitoring, resource planning and critical-path analysis.</li><li>Strong experience in <b>cost control, budgeting, forecasting and cash-flow management</b>.</li><li>Hands-on experience with <b>EOT claims, delay analysis, variations and contractual claims</b>.</li><li>Strong knowledge of <b>FIDIC contracts</b> and construction contract environments.</li><li>Experience leading and developing large planning/project-controls teams.</li><li>Experience with <b>SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, Power BI or other project-control/ERP systems</b> is highly desirable.</li><li>Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact with <b>C-level management, clients, consultants and contractors</b>.</li></ul><p>Preferred Project Background</p><p>Candidates with experience in major:</p><ul><li>High-rise / building developments</li><li>Mixed-use developments</li><li>Infrastructure projects</li><li>Roads and expressways</li><li>Utilities and networks</li><li>Airports</li><li>Substations and power infrastructure</li><li>Water / wastewater projects</li><li>Mega government or PIF-related developments will be preferred.</li></ul></div>
<h3 >About the Role</h3>
<p >flyadeal is seeking a <strong >Technical Planner</strong> to join its team. This full-time role is central to coordinating and planning aircraft maintenance activities, ensuring timely and efficient operations. The Technical Planner collaborates extensively with various internal departments and external stakeholders to maintain the airline's fleet.</p> <h3 >Core Planning and Scheduling</h3>
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<li >Coordinate with the Contracted Service Provider to obtain and review the Maintenance Due List on a regular basis.</li>
<li >Identify maintenance tasks that need to be accomplished based on their due dates.</li>
<li >Coordinate with Line Planners to allocate work for the respective stations.</li>
<li >Liaise with the Contracted Service Provider for the creation and issuance of work packages for planned maintenance work.</li>
<li >Coordinate with the Contracted Maintenance Organisation Planning Team for the scheduling of maintenance and availability of resources, spares, materials, tooling, and equipment.</li>
<li >Prepare and issue bi-weekly maintenance plans to all stakeholders.</li>
<li >Prepare and issue a 3-month maintenance plan, including A checks, Borescope Inspections, RAT Tests, and other Single Running Tasks.</li>
<li >Review and re-issue maintenance plans based on actual performance of checks.</li>
<li >Coordinate with the Aircraft Scheduling Team for the availability of aircraft on ground for maintenance activities.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Operational Coordination and Follow-up</h3>
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<li >Coordinate with the MCC Controller for troubleshooting and rectification actions for MEL and other open defects.</li>
<li >Liaise with the MCC Defect Controller for Maintenance Action Requests raised to troubleshoot and rectify defects reported in the Skywise system.</li>
<li >Coordinate with the Material Planner for the availability of required spares and materials.</li>
<li >Closely follow up on the execution of all planned maintenance to ensure timely release of aircraft to service.</li>
<li >Closely coordinate between MCC and CMO in cases of aircraft delays.</li>
<li >Prepare Roster for Line Planners to ensure coverage during planned and unplanned maintenance events.</li>
<li >Monitor performance of Line Planners and conduct performance appraisals.</li>
<li >Identify training needs for Line Planners and coordinate with the Planning Manager for arranging required training.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Process Management and Reporting</h3>
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<li >Establish working processes with the Contracted Maintenance Organisation (CMO) to ensure all completed aircraft paperwork is controlled and handed over to FAD Line Planners immediately after aircraft release.</li>
<li >Ensure processes are in place for reviewing and correcting all discrepancies in aircraft paperwork before handing over to Technical Records for filing and archiving.</li>
<li >Ensure all completed work packages are reported back to the Contracted Service Provider for MIS system updates.</li>
<li >Coordinate with the Technical Records Supervisor to ensure the MIS is updated for reported and rectified defects, component changes, and other flight data.</li>
<li >Coordinate with the Quality Inspector and Technical Records in the Certificate of Airworthiness (COA) renewal process.</li>
<li >Prepare and issue delay reports for late releases from maintenance.</li>
<li >Review and propose enhancements to existing processes and procedures.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Qualifications and Experience</h3>
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<li >Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, or a Technical Diploma.</li>
<li >5-10 years of experience in a similar role within an aircraft maintenance environment.</li>
<li >Demonstrated experience in using various functions of Maintenance Information Systems.</li>
<li >Good knowledge of GACA Regulations.</li>
<li >Good knowledge of Aircraft Manufacturer’s Manuals and other relevant documentation.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Work Type</h3>
<p >This is a full-time position within flyadeal's operational framework, requiring a dedicated approach to maintaining aircraft readiness and operational efficiency through meticulous planning and coordination.</p>
<p>Jasara is continuously seeking talented professionals to join our growing network of experts for current and future Construction Supervision (CS) opportunities across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. As a key delivery partner supporting some of the Kingdom's most ambitious development programs, Jasara supervises major projects across sectors including mixed-use developments, residential communities, commercial facilities, hospitality, healthcare, education, infrastructure, and public realm developments. We are currently building a talent pool of qualified professionals for anticipated project requirements across multiple regions of Saudi Arabia. Jasara is currently engaged in an upcoming framework agreement for construction supervision in several regions across KSA (EOI)</p><p>Senior Planner Role Overview</p><p>Manage planning and schedule monitoring activities for the assigned project/package and review Contractor performance against approved schedules.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Review and monitor Contractor baseline schedules and updates.</li><li>Monitor actual progress against planned progress.</li><li>Review look-ahead schedules and recovery plans.</li><li>Identify delays, critical activities, and potential schedule risks.</li><li>Prepare schedule analysis and progress reports.</li><li>Coordinate with site supervision and engineering teams to validate progress.</li><li>Maintain project planning dashboards and schedule records.</li></ul><p>Project Locations</p><p>Potential opportunities may arise across:</p><ul><li>Central Region (Riyadh)</li><li>Western Region (Jeddah)</li><li>Western Region (Makkah - Madinah)</li><li>Eastern Region (Khobar - Dammam)</li><li>Southern Region (Aseer - Jazan Najran)</li></ul><p><strong>Desired Candidate Profile</strong></p><p>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.</p><p>10+ years of relevant experience .</p><p>Strong experience in construction planning and supervision consultancy.</p><p>Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 , Microsoft Excel, Power BI</p><p>Experience reviewing Contractor schedules and progress.</p><p>Good understanding of critical path and schedule analysis.</p>
<h3 >About Almarai</h3>
<p >Almarai Company, founded in 1977, is recognized as the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the leading food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company in the MENA region. Headquartered in Riyadh, Almarai is ranked as the number one FMCG Brand in MENA and holds a market leader position across all its categories in the GCC, Egypt, and Jordan. With over 43,000 employees, Almarai offers a diverse product range including dairy, juices, baked goods, poultry, infant formula, and bottled water under more than 20 brands. We are seeking a dedicated <strong >Senior Production Planner</strong> to join our team.</p> <h3 >Role Overview</h3>
<p >The Senior Production Planner is responsible for preparing detailed production plans based on available forecasts and actual sales order requirements. This role involves establishing effective utilization of processing and packing machine assets, monitoring the plan throughout its cycle, and communicating any necessary changes to the respective departments to ensure smooth operations. This is a <strong >full-time</strong> position.</p> <h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li >Provide practical plans for daily and weekly planning meetings, aiming to meet as many requirements as possible.</li>
<li >Target 100% optimization of processing and packing machines to maximize efficiency.</li>
<li >Ensure all processing and packing plans adhere to the norms and standards outlined by standard operating procedures to avoid non-conformance and concessions.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Qualifications and Experience</h3>
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<li >Bachelor’s degree in any field.</li>
<li >A minimum of <strong >2 to 5 years</strong> of experience in a relevant role.</li>
<li >Proven experience within an FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) environment.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Required Skills</h3>
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<li >High level of competency within an ERP environment, with specific experience in <strong >SAP R/3</strong>.</li>
<li >Excellent communication skills in both English and Arabic are essential for this role.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Work Location</h3>
<p >This full-time position is available in the following locations in Saudi Arabia: <strong >Makkah, King Abdullah Economic City, or Rabigh</strong>.</p>
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<p>The Lead Planner is responsible for driving planning and schedule reporting for the closeout portfolio. This role plays a crucial part in setting schedule standards, developing integrated schedules, and providing critical path analysis and progress reports to support closeout decisions. The Lead Planner will work closely with various teams and stakeholders to ensure effective planning and timely project completion.</p><br><p>Assignment duration: Until the end of 2026, with the possibility of extension.</p><br><br>Responsibilities:<br><ul><li> Own schedule reporting and set the reporting cycle for the closeout portfolio.</li><li> Establish planning standards, coding requirements, and schedule templates.</li><li> Develop and maintain integrated schedules for demobilization, preservation, and closeout.</li><li> Prepare schedule forecasts, covering milestones, activities, and closure dates.</li><li> Perform critical path analysis, float analysis, and schedule health assessments.</li><li> Lead schedule review meetings with project, construction, and stakeholder teams.</li><li> Assess schedule updates for accuracy, logic, and reported progress.</li><li> Combine contract schedules into a portfolio view, identifying cross-contract dependencies.</li><li> Identify schedule slippage, constraints, and forecast changes, and their impact on closeout objectives.</li><li> Provide schedule substantiation for claims, disputes, and final account reviews.</li></ul><br>Qualifications:<br><ul><li> Minimum 20 years of planning and scheduling experience, with 10 years in major projects in Saudi Arabia/GCC.</li><li> Experience on mega-projects with multi-billion SAR portfolios and a high volume of contracts.</li><li> Expertise in schedule development, review, forecasting, critical path analysis, and progress measurement.</li><li> Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.</li><li> PMP, PMI-SP, PSP, AACE, or similar certification is preferred.</li><li> Forensic planning and delay analysis experience is desirable.</li><li> Owner, IPMT, PMC, or major program experience is an asset.</li><li> Expertise in Primavera P6 and advanced Microsoft Excel is mandatory.</li><li> Power BI development and report usage is preferred.</li><li> Strong command of PowerPoint, Aconex, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365.</li></ul> </div><h2 data-automation-id="subHeaderPreferredCandidate" class="h5">
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<h3><strong>About Johnson & Johnson MedTech</strong></h3><p>At Johnson & Johnson, the focus is on healthcare innovation to prevent, treat, and cure complex diseases, offering smarter, less invasive treatments and personalized solutions. Through expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, the company aims to deliver breakthroughs that profoundly impact health for humanity. Johnson & Johnson has announced plans to separate its Orthopedics business to establish a standalone company, DePuy Synthes. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following the conclusion of this transaction, you would become an employee of DePuy Synthes.</p><h3><strong>The Senior Planner Role</strong></h3><p>This full-time Senior Planner role is based in <strong>Riyadh, Saudi Arabia</strong>, and requires 2-5 years of relevant experience. The Senior Planner is responsible for managing critical supply chain planning functions, including forecasting, S&OP management, risk mitigation, new product introductions, and end-to-end supply chain oversight for specific instrument portfolios. This position plays a central role in ensuring supply chain efficiency and alignment with business objectives.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Forecasting and S&OP Management:</strong> Maintain and analyze sales data, gather business intelligence, produce unconstrained base demand plans, and validate activity calendars. Facilitate parts of the S&OP process to achieve consensus and alignment, analyze gaps, and continuously improve forecast accuracy.</li><li><strong>Risk Management and Inventory Health:</strong> Identify, manage, and communicate supply criticalities. Collaborate with regional planners to prioritize and minimize supply risks. Work with Regulatory Affairs to mitigate risks associated with MDD-MDR Transition and coordinate stock builds during blackout periods. Perform SLOB risk analysis and initiate action plans.</li><li><strong>New Products Introduction (NPI):</strong> Locally manage NPI projects from a supply chain perspective, collaborating with regional supply planners, regulatory, marketing, commercial, and operations teams to ensure successful, on-time launches. Manage Phase in Phase Out (PIPO) changes at the SKU level and communicate these to stakeholders.</li><li><strong>E2E Supply Chain Management for DPS CAPEX Instruments:</strong> Forecast all CAPEX requirements in alignment with key stakeholders. Collaborate with regional planning and customer service for instrument set allocation and ensure complete fulfillments. Regularly review and execute backorders and implement efficiency measures in SC operations.</li></ul><h3><strong>Required Experience and Qualifications</strong></h3><p>Candidates for this Senior Planner position should possess <strong>3 years of experience</strong> in a relevant planning or supply chain role. A strong understanding of sales data analysis, statistical modeling, and S&OP processes is essential. Experience in managing new product introductions and supply chain risk is also required.</p><h3><strong>Desired Candidate Attributes</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Ownership DNA:</strong> A self-starter who is results-driven and self-motivated.</li><li><strong>Simple & Sharp Communication:</strong> Excellent verbal and written communication skills, acting as a radar for risks and opportunities.</li><li><strong>Continuous Improvement Mind-set:</strong> Applies a PLAN, DO, CHECK & ACT (PDCA) approach, analyzing gaps, identifying root causes, and initiating actions.</li><li><strong>Adaptability and Flexibility:</strong> Thrives under pressure and demonstrates the drive to act beyond the comfort zone when necessary.</li><li><strong>Collaboration:</strong> Possesses a win-win mindset and builds collaborative business relationships both internally and externally.</li></ul><h3><strong>Work Environment</strong></h3><p>This is a full-time position located in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working within a dynamic environment focused on healthcare innovation and requires close collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders across different functions and regions.</p>
<h3 >About the Role</h3>
<p >Hill International (KSA) is seeking a <strong >Lead Planner</strong> to join its team on a full-time basis. This role is central to driving planning and schedule reporting specifically for the closeout portfolio. The assignment is scheduled to run until the end of 2026, with potential for extension based on project needs.</p> <h3 >Role Purpose and Impact</h3>
<p >The Lead Planner plays a crucial part in establishing schedule standards, developing integrated schedules, and delivering critical path analysis and progress reports. These contributions are essential for supporting informed closeout decisions across the portfolio. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with various internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure effective planning and the timely completion of projects.</p> <h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3>
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<li >Manage schedule reporting and define the reporting cycle for the closeout portfolio.</li>
<li >Establish planning standards, coding requirements, and schedule templates.</li>
<li >Develop and maintain integrated schedules for demobilization, preservation, and closeout activities.</li>
<li >Prepare comprehensive schedule forecasts, including milestones, activities, and closure dates.</li>
<li >Conduct critical path analysis, float analysis, and schedule health assessments.</li>
<li >Lead schedule review meetings with project, construction, and stakeholder teams.</li>
<li >Assess schedule updates for accuracy, logical consistency, and reported progress.</li>
<li >Consolidate individual contract schedules into a unified portfolio view, identifying cross-contract dependencies.</li>
<li >Identify schedule slippage, constraints, and forecast changes, evaluating their impact on closeout objectives.</li>
<li >Provide schedule substantiation for claims, disputes, and final account reviews.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Required Qualifications and Experience</h3>
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<li >Minimum of <strong >20 years of experience</strong> in planning and scheduling.</li>
<li >At least <strong >10 years of this experience</strong> must be on major projects within Saudi Arabia or the GCC region.</li>
<li >Demonstrated experience on mega-projects involving multi-billion SAR portfolios and a high volume of contracts.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Preferred Skills and Certifications</h3>
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<li >PMP, PMI-SP, PSP, AACE, or similar professional certification is preferred.</li>
<li >Experience in forensic planning and delay analysis is desirable.</li>
<li >Prior experience working with Owner, IPMT, PMC, or major program teams is considered an asset.</li>
</ul> <h3 >Application Process</h3>
<p >Candidates who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply for this full-time position with Hill International (KSA).</p>
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