Senior Planner – Tunnel MEP & Fit-Out
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About the Role
Parsons Corporation is looking for a Senior Planner to develop and control project schedules for Tunnel MEP and fit-out works in Riyadh. The role involves scheduling, progress measurement, EOT/claims support, and risk-based planning.
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Responsibilities
- Develop, update, and maintain a detailed, logic linked schedule for Tunnel MEP and fit out works using Primavera P6.
- Establish and maintain WBS, CBS, and coding structures aligned with project and program reporting requirements.
- Define construction and installation sequences for tunnel MEP, architectural finishes, and fit out activities.
- Coordinate and integrate contractors' schedules into a consolidated package programme.
- Prepare short term look ahead programmes (2 week, 4 week) and support site teams.
- Implement progress measurement systems for tunnel MEP and fit out activities, including earned value metrics.
- Track actual progress versus baseline; identify variances, slippages, and emerging risks.
- Produce regular reports (weekly, monthly) including S curves, critical path analysis, milestone tracking.
- Work closely with MEP and fit out teams to ensure installation and T&C sequences are accurately reflected.
- Assist in the preparation and review of EOT claims related to Tunnel MEP and fit out works.
- Contribute to schedule risk identification and assessment for tunnel MEP and fit out activities.
- Ensure compliance with Diriyah Gate Development Authority and program management planning standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management (or related discipline)
- Years of planning/scheduling experience in construction or infrastructure projects
- Experience in tunnel projects, underground works, or large scale MEP and fit out packages is highly desirable
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 (mandatory)
- Willingness to be based full time in Riyadh and to attend site regularly
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Job Description
- Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Planner – Tunnel MEP & Fit Out to join our team! The Senior Planner is responsible for developing, maintaining, and controlling detailed project schedules for the Tunnel MEP and fit out works within the Diriyah Gate Development Infrastructure Progr
Planning & Scheduling
- Develop, update, and maintain a detailed, logic linked schedule for Tunnel MEP and fit out works using Primavera P6.
- Establish and maintain WBS, CBS, and coding structures aligned with project and program reporting requirements.
- Define construction and installation sequences for tunnel MEP, architectural finishes, and fit out activities, including access, constraints, and interfaces.
- Coordinate and integrate contractors' schedules into a consolidated package programme and align with the tunnel systems master schedule.
- Prepare short term look ahead programmes (2 week, 4 week) and support site teams in planning upcoming activities.
Progress Measurement & Reporting
- Implement progress measurement systems for tunnel MEP and fit out activities, including earned value metrics (EV, PV, AC).
- Track actual progress versus baseline; identify variances, slippages, and emerging risks.
- Produce regular reports (weekly, monthly) including S curves and progress charts, critical and near critical path analysis, milestone tracking and forecast completion dates.
- Provide planning inputs and visualizations for internal reviews, client progress meetings, and steering committees.
Tunnel MEP & Fit Out Focus
- Work closely with MEP and fit out teams to ensure installation and T&C sequences are accurately reflected in the schedule.
- Plan and monitor activities related to mechanical systems (ventilation, drainage, pumping, firefighting), electrical systems (power distribution, lighting, emergency power), ELV, communication, and control systems (BMS/SCADA, communication, life safety), architectural finishes and tunnel fit out (wa
- Support coordination of testing & commissioning phases, including pre commissioning, integrated testing, and authority inspections.
EOT / Claims Support
- Assist in the preparation and review of EOT claims related to Tunnel MEP and fit out works.
- Develop and maintain schedules suitable for use in EOT and delay analysis (baseline and contemporaneous updates).
- Support Time Impact Analysis (TIA), windows analysis, and as planned vs as built comparisons.
- Work with the Senior Planning Manager and commercial team to provide schedule data, logic diagrams, and narrative inputs for EOT submissions and defense.
Risk Based Planning
- Contribute to schedule risk identification and assessment for tunnel MEP and fit out activities (access, interfaces, design changes, material deliveries, testing & commissioning).
- Support development and maintenance of risk registers and the linkage of key risks to schedule activities.
- Assist in evaluating mitigation and recovery options (re sequencing, resource reallocation, shift work, etc.) and incorporate agreed strategies into the schedule.
Coordination & Governance
- Ensure compliance with Diriyah Gate Development Authority and program management planning standards and procedures.
- Coordinate with construction, MEP, fit out, design, and commercial teams to maintain a realistic and agreed schedule.
- Participate in coordination meetings with contractors and consultants on planning, progress, and interfaces.
- Maintain proper documentation of schedule baselines, revisions, and approvals.
What Required Skills You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management (or related discipline).
- Typically years of planning/scheduling experience in construction or infrastructure projects.
- Experience in tunnel projects, underground works, or large scale MEP and fit out packages is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and controlling schedules for MEP installation, fit out, and T&C phases.
- Exposure to delay analysis and working with commercial/contracts teams on claims is preferred.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 (mandatory); experience in enterprise environments is preferred.
- Strong skills in schedule development, activity coding, resource loading, and progress updating.
- Good understanding of construction and installation methodologies for tunnel MEP and fit out works.
- Working knowledge of earned value management and basic cost/time integration.
- Proficiency in MS Excel and standard reporting tools; experience with Power BI or similar is an advantage.
- Basic awareness of BIM/4D planning concepts is a plus.
- Attention to detail with a structured and methodical approach to planning and reporting.
- Ability to work closely with site teams and translate construction methods into practical programmes.
- Good communication skills and the ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.
- Problem solving mindset and willingness to proactively identify and address schedule issues.
- Team oriented, reliable, and able to work under time pressure.
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