Metro Program Controller: Planning & Scheduling Lead

Dubai Branch; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Program Controller in Dubai for a confidential metro rolling stock project. This full-time role demands a minimum of 15 years in project controls for metro rail or infrastructure projects, expertise in Primavera P6, and solid understanding of FIDIC contracts. Ideal candidates should have past experience in the UAE or GCC, especially with RTA procedures. Join a dynamic team to contribute to esteemed projects in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in project controls/scheduling for metro rail or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts and integrated project delivery.
• Prior UAE or GCC experience preferred; familiarity with RTA procedures is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the integrated project schedule using Primavera P6 or equivalent.
• Monitor progress, identify delays and propose recovery strategies.
• Prepare dashboards, progress reports and S-curves for senior management and stakeholders.
• Liaise with engineering, construction and commercial teams to align timelines and deliverables.

Skills

Project planning

Primavera P6

Monitoring progress

Resource planning

Cost loading

Earned value analysis

Education

MSc/BSc in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

MS Project

Project controls tools

Job description

A global infrastructure consultancy is seeking a Program Controller in Dubai for a confidential metro rolling stock project. This full-time role demands a minimum of 15 years in project controls for metro rail or infrastructure projects, expertise in Primavera P6, and solid understanding of FIDIC contracts. Ideal candidates should have past experience in the UAE or GCC, especially with RTA procedures. Join a dynamic team to contribute to esteemed projects in a collaborative environment.