Consultant/Senior Consultant - Technical Audit (Capital Projects & Consulting)

Protiviti Middle East Member Firm; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

Protiviti Middle East Member Firm seeks a Consultant/Senior Consultant for its Capital Projects & Construction practice in the UAE. You will execute technical audits and project assurance for capital projects and real estate developments, ensuring compliance with design, quality, cost, schedule and contractual requirements.

You will provide independent assurance to management on project performance and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or Architecture) required.
• 3+ years of industry-related/relevant consulting experience with focus on Capital Projects/ project controls.
• Experience in Capital Projects Advisory and dispute resolution in Big 4 context preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical audits of civil and structural construction works at project sites.
• Verify compliance with codes, standards, project specifications and approved drawings.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, with observations and risk ratings, and track CAPA actions.
• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, consultants, and QA/QC departments; support audits by management.

Job description

We have a challenging opportunity opened for the role of Consultant/Senior Consultant in our Capital Projects & Construction practice.

To execute technical audits and project assurance assignments for capital projects and real estate developments, ensuring adherence to design, quality, cost, schedule, and contractual requirements, and providing independent assurance to management on project performance and controls.

Role Requirements

Some of the key responsibilities of this role are:

Technical Audits & Compliance

• Conduct technical audits of civil and structural construction works at project sites.
• Verify compliance with applicable codes, standards, project specifications, and approved drawings.
• Identify non-conformances, technical gaps, and construction risks.

Quality & Construction Review

• Assess quality of workmanship for concrete, steel, foundations, earthworks, and finishing works.
• Evaluate construction methodologies, sequencing, and adherence to approved procedures.
• Check material quality, testing records, and inspection reports.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare detailed audit reports with observations, risk ratings, and recommendations.
• Track corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and ensure timely closure.
• Maintain systematic audit records and compliance documentation.

Coordination & Support

• Coordinate with project teams, contractors, consultants, and QA/QC departments.
• Support management during internal, external, and regulatory audits.
• Provide technical input for dispute resolution, claims, and improvement initiatives.

Desired Profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with relevant discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Construction etc.) or Architecture.
• Experience of working in any of the Big 4 consulting firms in the region with focus on Capital Projects Advisory, including dispute resolution.
• Candidate with Minimum 3 years of industry related / relevant consulting experience with in-depth understanding of the Capital Projects domain with prime focus on project controls/Technical Audits.

Key Personal Attributes

• A good blend of creative thinking and rigorous analysis in solving business problems.
• High energy individual possessing excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Adept at preparing and presenting to senior audiences.