Senior Forensic Planner
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About the Role
Parsons Corporation seeks a Senior Forensic Planner to analyze complex project schedules, investigate delays, and evaluate Extension of Time claims for mega-projects in Saudi Arabia.
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Responsibilities
- Perform detailed forensic delay analysis on complex project schedules using industry standard methodologies (e.g., Time Impact Analysis, As Planned vs. As Built, Windows Analysis)
- Critically review, assess, and substantiate or defend against EOT and disruption claims submitted by contractors and consultants
- Prepare clear, concise, and legally robust forensic schedule reports, position papers, and presentations for senior management and client leadership
- Continuously monitor project schedules to identify latent risks, critical path shifts, and potential dispute areas, advising project teams on mitigation strategies
- Assist the commercial and legal teams in contract closeouts, mediations, or arbitration proceedings regarding schedule impacts
Requirements
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in project controls, planning, and scheduling
- At least 4 5 years dedicated specifically to forensic planning and delay claims
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline
- Advanced, hands on mastery of Primavera P6 and specialized delay analysis software (e.g., Acumen Fuse)
- Professional certifications in claims or planning (e.g., PSP, CFCC, EVP, or RICS membership) are highly advantageous
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Job Description
- Parsons is seeking a highly analytical and experienced Senior Forensic Planner to support mega project delivery teams in the Tabuk region, Saudi Arabia.
- Role involves analyzing complex project schedules, investigating delays, and evaluating Extension of Time (EOT) claims.
- Provide critical schedule diagnostics and dispute resolution support to safeguard project timelines and commercial interests.
What You'll Be Doing
- Delay Analysis: Perform detailed forensic delay analysis on complex project schedules using industry standard methodologies (e.g., Time Impact Analysis, As Planned vs. As Built, Windows Analysis).
- Claims Evaluation: Critically review, assess, and substantiate or defend against EOT and disruption claims submitted by contractors and consultants.
- Expert Reporting: Prepare clear, concise, and legally robust forensic schedule reports, position papers, and presentations for senior management and client leadership.
- Risk Mitigation: Continuously monitor project schedules to identify latent risks, critical path shifts, and potential dispute areas, advising project teams on mitigation strategies.
- Dispute Resolution Support: Assist the commercial and legal teams in contract closeouts, mediations, or arbitration proceedings regarding schedule impacts.
What Required Skills You'll Bring
- Experience: Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in project controls, planning, and scheduling, with at least 4 5 years dedicated specifically to forensic planning and delay claims.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring
- Software Proficiency: Advanced, hands on mastery of Primavera P6 and specialized delay analysis software (e.g., Acumen Fuse).
- Certifications: Professional certifications in claims or planning (e.g., PSP, CFCC, EVP, or RICS membership) are highly advantageous.
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