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Planning Engineer
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Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Planning Engineer to join our team! In this role you will get to provide planning and scheduling support required in the execution of projects, overseeing assigned engineering construction projects. Analyzing engineering problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend solutions. Developing, implementing, and maintaining scheduling and project controls functions on a Programs (Design and construction projects).
What You'll Be Doing:
- Extensive knowledge and experience in project planning, budgeting, cost phasing and control from the project initiation to close out phases, utilizing computer based systems (Primavera Project Management ‘P6’ & Primavera Contract Management ‘Expedition’), within the framework of an integrated project services function for the effective management of a wide range of concurrent projects, to meet the business plan objectives.
- Completed at least one project in same role that is comparable in complexity and size to the project.
- Using latest version of Primavera Project Management (P6) and Primavera Web Scheduling software for monitoring and reviewing the baselines and updated project schedules and cost.
- Ensuring the use of standardized forms and reports of Ashghal which are available in Primavera Contract Management (Expedition); Reviewing contractor’s work program submissions including all narratives and supporting information and provides analysis and findings.
- Verifying actual progress and comparing actual performances to original plans.
- Monitoring, adjusting, and updating the cost plan and cash flows accordingly and the consolidating of these results in monthly reports.
- Implements and maintains an Earned Value Management System on the project.
- Preform EOT Assessment and prepare recommendation reports.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with certification in planning and scheduling of projects and in using Primavera applications (Primavera Project Management /P6 and Primavera Contract Management / Expedition) and cost Engineering.
- Minimum 10 years of experience of which should be in a similar role with an engineering consultancy, supervisor consultant or project management consultancy.
- Experience in infrastructure projects such as Roads, Drainage, Sewer, public works.
- Requires basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or a related field.
- Proficient PC skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Primavera Project
- Management /P6 and Primavera Contract Management / Expedition, and Power BI.
- Must have good command of English both written and spoken, good communication and presentation skills.
- MMUP is a must.
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team, collaborating effectively with engineers, managers, and contractors.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Knowledge of local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards related to infrastructure projects.
- Ability to generate progress reports, cost forecasts, and schedule updates for stakeholders.
- Proactive problem-solving abilities and strong attention to detail, particularly in ensuring compliance with project timelines and budgets.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
- Certification in planning and scheduling and use of Primavera applications (Primavera P6 and Primavera Contract Management / Expedition)
- Certification or background in Cost Engineering
- Minimum 10 years' experience in a similar role with an engineering consultancy, supervisor consultant or project management consultancy
- Completed at least one project in the same role comparable in complexity and size
- Experience in infrastructure projects (roads, drainage, sewer, public works)
- Basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or related field
- Proficient PC skills including Microsoft Office, Primavera P6, Primavera Contract Management (Expedition), Primavera Web Scheduling, and Power BI
- Experience implementing and maintaining an Earned Value Management System (EVM) and performing EOT assessments with recommendation reports
- Good command of English (written and spoken) with strong communication and presentation skills
- MMUP (local professional registration)
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team and strong organizational/time-management skills
- Knowledge of local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards related to infrastructure projects
- Ability to generate progress reports, cost forecasts, and schedule updates for stakeholders
- Proactive problem-solving abilities and strong attention to detail
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Parsons Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Parsons Corporation.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are framed as a major value driver, with an ESOP alongside a 401(k) match and additional stock-purchase options contributing meaningfully to total rewards. This structure is positioned as especially attractive for employees who value long-term wealth-building over immediate cash.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad and choice-rich, with multiple plan types (PPO, HDHP, and some HMO networks) plus dental, vision, EAP, and wellness resources. The availability of different plan designs and national-carrier coverage supports varied employee needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are portrayed as competitive, including PTO, holidays, flexible schedules such as a 9/80 option for eligible roles, and floating holidays in the U.S. Paid parental leave of 160 hours is also highlighted as a meaningful component of the overall package.
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What We Do
Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider with a focus on making the world safer, smarter, healthier, more sustainable, and more connected. Founded in 1944, Parsons primarily serves the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. Uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services, the corporation delivers state-of-the-art solutions to federal, regional, and local government agencies as well as to private industrial customers worldwide. Parsons has a reputation for inclusion and diversity and has been named to the Ethisphere Institute’s list of World’s Most Ethical Companies for 10 consecutive years. Parsons facilitates a culture of innovation by encouraging collaboration among its employees and providing opportunities for career growth. With offices around the globe, people of varied talents and backgrounds, and a wide range of exciting projects, the possibilities at Parsons are endless. For more about Parsons, visit www.parsons.com. Mission: Delivering innovative infrastructure, defense, and security solutions to enable a more sustainable, safer, smarter, and more connected world.
