Project Control Specialist I - Short Term

Worley; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Project Control Specialist I to support cost control, forecasting and financial reporting for PMC Portfolio projects. You will maintain project data, prepare reports, and coordinate with finance and HR to ensure accurate reporting.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 3 years of project controls experience, preferably in engineering, PMC, or oil and gas environments. A strong Excel and Power BI skillset is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Finance, Cost Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years+ of relevant experience in project controls, cost control, commercial support, or project reporting.
• Experience in an engineering consultancy, PMC, oil and gas, infrastructure, or similar environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in line with the approved project budget, including the breakdown of hours, costs, task codes, cost codes, and the development of associated cost sheets.
• Prepare and maintain Project Control Statements (PCS) and Financial Control Statements (FCS).
• Assess ETC and update EAC forecasts based on manpower deployment, approved scope, and anticipated future requirements.
• Analyze variances between actuals, forecast, EAC, and approved budget.
• Enter and update task codes, sell rates in ERP-Oracle.
• Perform regular system checks to ensure revenue, cost, and gross margin are correctly aligned.
• Coordinate with finance, HR, and other internal functions to resolve timecard, billing, and project data issues.
• Prepare and upload resource plans into project control systems.
• Prepare Manpower Mobilization Requests (MMR) and related documents for Client review and approval.
• Prepare Invoices and follow-up with Client for timely approval and payments.
• Support month-end financial activities, including accruals, reversals, revenue recognition, and cost validation.
• Run snapshots and reports in Ecosys or other project control platforms to support forecasting and review.
• Develop dashboards and project performance reports using MS Power BI and MS Excel.

Skills

Project controls

Cost control

Forecasting

ERP systems

MS Excel

MS Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Finance, or Cost Management

Tools

Oracle ERP

MS Power BI

MS Excel

Job description

About Us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Role Overview

The Project Control Specialist I will be responsible for supporting the cost control, monitoring, forecasting, and financial reporting requirements of PMC Portfolio projects. The role involves maintaining accurate project control data, supporting financial performance analysis, preparing project reports, coordinating with internal functions, and ensuring accurate reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in line with the approved project budget, including the breakdown of hours, costs, task codes, cost codes, and the development of associated cost sheets.


• Prepare and maintain Project Control Statements (PCS) and Financial Control Statements (FCS).


• Assess Estimate to Complete (ETC) and update Estimate at Completion (EAC) forecasts based on manpower deployment, approved scope, and anticipated future requirements.


• Analyze variances between actuals, forecast, EAC, and approved budget.


• Enter and update task codes, sell rates in ERP-Oracle.


• Perform regular system checks to ensure the revenue, cost, and gross margin are correctly aligned and accurately reflected in the systems.


• Coordinate with finance, HR, and other internal functions to resolve timecard, billing, and project data issues that may impact financial reporting.


• Prepare and upload resource plans into project control systems.


• Prepare Manpower Mobilization Requests (MMR) and related supporting documents for Client review and approval.


• Prepare Invoices and follow-up with Client for timely approval and payments.


• Support month-end financial activities, including accruals, reversals, revenue recognition, cost validation, and coordination with finance teams.


• Run snapshots and reports in Ecosys or other project control platforms to support forecasting, reporting, and review requirements.


• Develop illustrative dashboards and project performance reports using MS Power BI, Excel, and other reporting tools to support decision-making.

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Finance, Cost Management, or a related discipline.


• Minimum 3 years+ of relevant experience in project controls, cost control, commercial support, or project reporting.


• Experience in an engineering consultancy, PMC, oil and gas, infrastructure, or similar environment is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of project controls, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial performance reporting.


• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably Oracle.


• Proficiency in MS Excel, including data analysis and financial summaries.


• Experience in MS Power BI for dashboard development and visual reporting.

Soft Skills And Competencies

• High attention to detail and accuracy in maintaining project budgets, forecasts, cost sheets, trackers, and system data.


• Team-oriented approach with the ability to collaborate across multiple functions while maintaining ownership of assigned deliverables.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.