Lead Planner

About Hatch

Hatch is a global company with over 70 years of experience in mining, energy, and infrastructure, employing 10,000 professionals across 150 countries. We are dedicated to creating positive change and improving the industries we operate in through safe, innovative, and sustainable solutions. Our Project Delivery Group (PDG) is a team of experts focused on world-class project delivery, utilizing unparalleled methodologies, governance, and systems.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Planner to join our team supporting the Hatch–Maaden partnership in Al Jubail, Saudi Arabia. This position involves leading project planning, scheduling, and progress measurement for major, multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring adherence to project goals and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and manage the integrated project planning and scheduling process for the Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility Study phases of a mining project.
• Provide schedule governance, progress reporting, risk analysis, and strategic planning support.
• Assist in developing project execution strategies and evaluating alternative development scenarios and project phasing.
• Create high-level schedules for early works, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and ramp-up.
• Support capital cost estimating teams with schedule assumptions and timelines.
• Develop baseline schedules, identify critical paths, and establish resource/commodity curves.
• Monitor and update project schedules, track progress, and analyze variances.
• Conduct schedule risk assessments and contribute to mitigation plans.
• Ensure seamless integration between contractor schedules and the overall project controls framework.
• Provide insights for monthly reporting and short-term lookahead planning (4-week / 90-day).
• Support change management and earned value tracking processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of planners and schedulers.
• Foster a strong safety culture in line with Hatch and Maaden standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• 8–12 years of experience in planning, with demonstrated leadership on large-scale projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and a strong understanding of planning best practices.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to meaningful projects and make a positive impact.
• Engage in exciting projects and develop innovative solutions.
• Be part of a top-tier employer.

What We Offer

• A flexible work environment.
• Opportunities for long-term career development.
• The chance to think globally and work locally.

We encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every single requirement, as we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that drives innovation.