Senior Onshore Project Controls Lead – Mega EPC, Abu Dhabi

KBR; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 446,000 - 670,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Lead Project Control to supervise and provide technical support across all stages of a mega EPC project, ensuring safe delivery on schedule and within budget while complying with ADNOC standards.

Key focus areas include detailed planning with Primavera P6 or MS Project, cost control, weekly/monthly progress reporting, risk management, and proactive stakeholder coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PMI-SP, CCP, or equivalent are advantageous.
• Experience 17 years of experience in project controls, planning, scheduling, or cost control.
• Experience in construction, oil & gas, energy, infrastructure, engineering, or industrial projects preferred.
• Proven experience using project management and scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6, MS Project, or other planning tools.
• Monitor project progress against approved baselines.
• Analyze schedule variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the preparation of recovery and mitigation plans when delays occur.
• Track project budgets, commitments, expenditures, and forecasts.
• Monitor cost performance and identify budget deviations.
• Prepare cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and earned value analyses.
• Assist in preparing change orders and variation claims.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project progress reports.
• Generate KPIs and dashboards for management review.
• Monitor project deliverables, milestones, and performance indicators.
• Ensure timely reporting of project risks, delays, and issues.
• Identify and assess project risks affecting schedule, cost, and resources.
• Maintain project risk registers.
• Support mitigation planning and implementation.
• Analyze manpower, equipment, and material requirements.
• Monitor resource utilization and productivity.
• Coordinate with project teams to optimize resource allocation.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Engineers, Contractors, and Clients.
• Participate in project review meetings.
• Provide management with accurate project performance insights and recommendations.
• Maintain project control records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, project procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Support audits and project reviews as required.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Attention to detail

Reporting & presentations

Time management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Under pressure deadlines

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/related field

PMP/PMI-SP/CCP certifications advantageous

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

KBR in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Lead Project Control to supervise and provide technical support across all stages of a mega EPC project, ensuring safe delivery on schedule and within budget while complying with ADNOC standards.

Key focus areas include detailed planning with Primavera P6 or MS Project, cost control, weekly/monthly progress reporting, risk management, and proactive stakeholder coordination.