SENIOR PROJECT CONTROL MANAGER

Jobs For Humanity; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Controls Manager to lead a dynamic team in the UAE. This role involves overseeing project control processes, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring successful project delivery across various infrastructure initiatives. You'll be at the forefront of managing resources, analyzing project performance, and implementing strategic improvements. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and collaboration, and contribute to transformative projects that shape the future of infrastructure in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience, with 8 years in GCC preferred.
• PMP or other professional certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team to establish baseline schedules and improve efficiency.
• Monitoring project performance data and recommending process improvements.
• Collaborating with teams to analyze data and manage project activities.

Skills

Project Control Management (PCM)

Technical Writing

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Resource Management

Procurement Management

Change Management

Risk Management

Education

Undergraduate Engineering Degree

Tools

Primavera P6

ACONEX

Oracle Suite

MS Office Suite

Job description

AtkinsRalis is a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We have been active in the Middle East and India for over 10 years, with our regional headquarters in Dubai and offices in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia. Our presence is complemented by operations across Asia Pacific, Europe, and the USA, with over 2000 staff globally.

Job Requirements:

• Undergraduate engineering degree from a reputable university.
• Minimum 15 years of total experience, with at least 8 years GCC experience preferred.
• Experience in Enabling Reclamation, Infrastructure, Housing, and mixed-use projects.
• Client-side experience managing PMCs, LDCs, Cost Consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Strong experience in Project Control Management (PCM) of major capital projects.
• Pre-contract experience managing design and procurement activities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Experience managing resources within the local Project Control team.
• Proven technical writing skills in English and experience developing project control processes and procedures.
• PMP or other professional certifications.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Experience with Primavera P6, ACONEX, and Oracle suite.
• Sound knowledge of project controls practices, including cost, risk, change management, and earned value management.
• Extensive knowledge of reporting practices, dashboards, and KPIs.

Roles and Responsibilities:

The Senior Project Controls Manager will be responsible for:

• Leading a team of planners and schedulers to establish baseline schedules.
• Evaluating current procedures to improve efficiency and resource management in procurement, change orders, document control, invoicing, project close-out, and dispute resolution.
• Monitoring and analyzing project performance data using qualitative and quantitative tools.
• Recommending and implementing process improvements to meet project milestones.
• Planning, coordinating, and monitoring project activities, including setting up Primavera P6 for program management.
• Reviewing and updating project management plans related to project controls.
• Supporting the preparation and maintenance of the master program.
• Analyzing data and schedules received from design teams, PMCs, and contractors.
• Collaborating with procurement, technical, and logistic teams to understand requirements and provide direction.
• Assisting in consultant selection and formal reporting on project progress.
• Reviewing contractual documents and suggesting planning-related amendments.
• Organizing planning workshops and meetings to resolve scheduling issues.
• Developing 'what-if' scenarios and analyzing claims and extension of time requests.
• Conducting benchmarking and recommending schedule acceleration strategies.
• Developing document control and communication systems for projects.
• Reviewing contractor schedules, analyzing delays, and preparing progress reports.
• Supporting risk assessment and mitigation planning.
• Monitoring compliance with contractual requirements during design, procurement, and construction phases.
• Providing schedule analysis and recommendations for projects in KSA to improve performance.
• Preparing and integrating master programs and program management plans.
• Establishing reporting protocols and analyzing contractor delay claims.
• Developing stakeholder management and communication plans.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time