Project Planner – Construction & Fit‑out Projects

About the role

The Project Planner will drive schedule development, cost control and time management for fit‑out and high‑rise construction projects. Working closely with site managers, engineers and procurement, the planner ensures deadlines are met and material supplies are secured.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project schedules, baseline plans and Earned Value Management (EVM) reports.
• Prepare and issue RFQs, assemble supplier quotes and coordinate order follow‑up with procurement.
• Act as the main interface between the company, clients and external parties to close out procurement activities.
• Review new job scopes, identify RFIs, discrepancies and ensure proper sequencing of works.
• Produce weekly and monthly dashboards, status reports and presentation materials.
• Facilitate communication between production, setting‑out and subcontractor teams.
• Support continuous improvement of planning procedures and operational efficiency.

Required profile

• 7‑10 years of experience in a fit‑out company, preferably on 5‑star hotel, public area or commercial projects.
• Experience with high‑rise building projects.
• Willingness to work in Jeddah or relocate within KSA and to join immediately.
• Proven ability to manage extensions of time, baseline schedules and multi‑project environments.

Required skills

• Primavera P6
• MS Project
• Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Dashboard creation and reporting
• Project scheduling and sequencing