Project Control Manager

Careers at UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Project Control Manager in Dubai. The role involves efficient planning and control of projects, budget management, and stakeholder communication. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree, have over 15 years of experience, and at least 10 years in Rail or Metro projects. Proficiency in project management tools is essential. Join a dynamic team focused on sustainable infrastructure developments in the UAE.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of overall experience in project control or project management.
• 10+ years of Rail or Metro project experience.
• Proficiency in relevant project management software.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project managers to develop project plans.
• Prepare and manage project budgets.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate resource allocation to meet project requirements.
• Implement systems to track project progress.

Skills

Project management

Cost management

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

Project Control Manager

SYSTRA is one of the world’s leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA’s mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.

For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.

Context

As a Project Control Manager, you will be part of DBI Operations team and will play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient planning, monitoring, and control of our projects. You will work closely with project managers, technical coordinators / managers, and engineers from the project team as well as with the Client’s team to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Missions/Main Duties

• Project Planning: Collaborate with project managers to develop detailed project plans (at detailed stage), including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Cost Management: Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring cost control and financial reporting.
• Monitor project budgets, track expenses, and provide regular financial reports to project teams and senior management.
• Risk Assessment: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and delays. Conduct regular risk assessments and update risk management plans.
• Resource Allocation: Coordinate the allocation of resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to meet project requirements.
• Progress Tracking: Implement performance measurement systems to track project progress. Continuously monitor project progress, collect data, and analyze key performance indicators to ensure projects are on track.
• Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate effective communication among project team members, clients, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency. Attend external and internal meeting when requested.
• Quality Assurance and Documentation: Understand and implement the organization’s quality process, ensure alignment with Client’s requirements. Maintain accurate project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and other project-related records.
• Change Management: Develop and / or implement the change management plan on a project. Maintain proper change log with qualitative and quantitative analysis. Collaborate with the Contracts Management team to prepare variations and claim proposals.

Profile/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or an equivalent.
• Proven experience in project control, project management, or a related role within the infrastructure or construction industry.
• At least minimum of 15 years of overall experience.
• Minimum 10 years of Rail or Metro project experience
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Preferably with UAE or GCC experience.

Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.