Project Controls Specialist

Egis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned project controls expert to lead capital building projects and infrastructure development in the UAE. This role involves managing project planning, scheduling, and financial oversight while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in project controls, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in tools like Primavera P6 and Smartsheet. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive project success and deliver high-value consulting services to clients in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive on challenges and enjoy mentoring others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in project controls within engineering or consulting firms.
• Expertise in earned value management and cost estimation.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, and financial management of projects.
• Oversee project control systems and ensure project profitability.

Skills

Project Controls

Cost Estimation

Risk Analysis

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., PMP, CRMA, PSP)

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Smartsheet

MS Office (Excel)

PowerBI

Job description

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and financial management of capital building projects, infrastructure, and master planning.
• Bring a strong background in project design stages, regulatory authority requirements, and an in-depth understanding of the real estate market in the UAE and GCC.
• Provide expertise in LDC projects, capital building projects, infrastructure, and master planning, ensuring seamless project execution.
• Oversee the development and implementation of project control systems, including cost control, scheduling, risk analysis, and performance monitoring.
• Collaborate with project teams to establish and track project plans, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Manage resource planning and allocation, optimizing team utilization across multiple projects.
• Conduct Cost-to-Complete (CTC) reviews and financial forecasting to maintain project profitability and budget alignment.
• Prepare and present weekly and monthly project dashboard summaries to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators, budget variances, and risks.
• Develop and maintain the project revenue, EAC, and overall P&L.
• Lead change control and risk management processes, ensuring adaptability to unforeseen challenges.
• Deliver consulting and advisory services to clients, providing high-value project control solutions.
• Lead and mentor project control teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, efficiency, and excellence.

Qualifications:

• 10 years of experience in project controls within engineering, architecture, consulting, or professional services firms.
• Expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project, Smartsheet, and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Strong knowledge of earned value management (EVM), cost estimation, budget management, and risk analysis.
• Experience with leading cost control systems, PS, and variations.
• Proficiency in resource management tools to optimize team allocation and workload distribution.
• Hands-on experience with Smartsheet and other digital project control tools such as PowerBI for tracking progress and resource planning.
• Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies, risk management, and change control processes.
• Experience developing and managing WBS and CBS for complex projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Expertise in Cost-to-Complete (CTC) reviews to assess financial health and project forecasting.
• Strong background in resource allocation, workforce planning, and utilization tracking.
• Proven ability to work in a consulting role, delivering high-value project controls services to clients.

Additional Information:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., PMP, CRMA, PSP) are preferred.
• Work Ethic & Adaptability: Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision.
• Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities in a consulting environment.

Remote Work:

No

Employment Type:

Full-time