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Senior Planning Engineer
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Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior 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 a relevant Engineering discipline 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 14 years of experience in large infrastructure projects, roads, sewer, surface water potable water of which should be in a similar role with an engineering consultancy, supervisor consultant or project management consultancy.
- 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.
- MMUP certificate is a must.
What Desired Skills You’ll Bring:
- Ability to assess complex project schedules, identify potential risks, and develop effective mitigation strategies to ensure projects stay on track.
- Expertise in managing project planning across various stages (design, construction, close-out) and balancing the scope, cost, and timeline effectively.
- Capable of clearly communicating project status to senior management and stakeholders, including the ability to prepare detailed reports and presentations that summarize project performance.
- Ability to analyze engineering challenges and propose actionable solutions in line with project objectives.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant Engineering discipline
- Certification in planning and scheduling of projects and in using Primavera applications (P6 and Expedition)
- Minimum 14 years of experience in large infrastructure projects (roads, sewer, surface water, potable water) in a similar role with consultancy or PMO
- Completed at least one project in same role comparable in complexity and size
- Proficiency with Primavera Project Management (P6), Primavera Contract Management (Expedition), Primavera Web Scheduling, and Microsoft Office
- Proficiency with Power BI
- MMUP certificate
- Basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or related field
- Experience implementing and maintaining Earned Value Management System (EVM)
- Experience performing Extension of Time (EOT) assessments and preparing recommendation reports
- Experience in project planning, budgeting, cost phasing and control from initiation to close-out
- Ability to review contractor work program submissions, verify progress, and compare actual performance to plans
- Ability to monitor, adjust, and update cost plans and cash flows and consolidate monthly reports
- Ability to analyze engineering problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend solutions
- Ability to assess complex project schedules, identify risks, and develop mitigation strategies
- Expertise in managing project planning across stages and communicating status to senior stakeholders
Parsons Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
