Project Controls Manager – Power Plant EPC Project | UAE

Igniteselection; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Igniteselection is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager for a major Power Plant EPC project based in the UAE. The role is UAE-based initially and will rotate to the project site once construction mobilizes, requiring a strong EPC background and leadership in controls.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in project controls, with at least 5 years leading controls for EPC contractors and proven experience on large projects exceeding USD 200 million in power, oil & gas, or infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in project controls for EPC projects.
• Led controls for projects > USD 200 million.
• Experience with power, oil & gas, or infrastructure EPCs.

Responsibilities

• Establish and manage project controls framework and reporting.
• Oversee scheduling across all disciplines.
• Manage cost, budgets, forecasts, and earned value.
• Lead risk management and change control.
• Coordinate with engineering consultants and vendors.

Skills

Project controls leadership

Scheduling & planning

Cost control & budgeting

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Excel

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Job description

Location: UAE (Initial Base), followed by rotational project-site assignment
Job Category: Engineering & Technical; Energy, Oil & Gas; Construction & Real Estate

Job Overview

A leading international EPC contractor is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager for a major Power Plant EPC project.

The successful candidate will initially be based in the UAE and will transition to the project site on a rotational basis once construction mobilises.

The role requires a minimum of 15 years of project controls experience, including at least 5 years leading project controls for an EPC contractor. Proven experience delivering major EPC projects exceeding USD 200 million in power generation, oil and gas, or infrastructure is essential.

EPC contractor experience is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and manage the overall project controls framework, procedures, and reporting systems.
• Oversee integrated project planning and scheduling across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Manage project progress measurement, performance reporting, and executive dashboards.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, commitments, forecasts, and earned value performance.
• Lead project risk management and change control processes.
• Identify schedule slippages and critical path issues, and develop recovery plans.
• Oversee document control systems and maintain accurate project records.
• Coordinate with engineering consultants, international vendors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of project controls experience.
• At least 5 years leading project controls for an EPC contractor.
• Proven experience on major EPC projects exceeding USD 200 million.
• Experience in power generation, oil and gas, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of the complete EPC lifecycle, covering:
  • Engineering
  • Procurement
  • Construction
  • Commissioning
• Previous EPC contractor experience is mandatory.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary details, employment benefits, and career development opportunities have not been specified. Candidates should confirm these details with the employer.

Employment Details

• Project: Major Power Plant EPC Project
• Initial Location: UAE
• Project Assignment: Rotational site-based assignment after construction mobilization.
• Contractor Type: International EPC Contractor