Senior Project Controls Manager

Hill International; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Hill International in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Project Controls Lead with 15+ years in managing project controls, scheduling, and cost control for major construction programs. UAE experience and strong knowledge of Primavera P6 are essential, with a PMP-SP or similar certification valued.

The role demands leadership, proactive problem-solving, and a track record of delivering complex projects on schedule and within budget. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction or equivalent; MSC is highly desired.
• At least 15 years of experience in a similar role with extensive project controls leadership.
• Must have UAE experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Primavera P6 is required.
• PMP-SP or PMI Scheduler certification valued.
• Strong proactive attitude and leadership to drive results.

Responsibilities

• Organize project review meetings and report to PD about project growth.
• Planning management, training and support.
• Review and monitor Standard WBS Structure and Programme Structure (Level 1–3).
• Review planning procedures and control, monthly valuation programme reporting.
• Maintain earned value reporting (BCWS/BCWP/ACWP) and cost rhythm; ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

Project controls

Leadership

Planning & scheduling

English communication

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction or equivalent

MSC desirable

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Hill International provides program project and construction management services for clients in a range of sectors undertaking major construction projects across the world. Our services include cost engineering and estimating quality assurance inspection scheduling risk management and claims avoidance. For more information on Hill please visit our website at

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Organize project review meetings evaluate and report to PD about project growth.
• Planning management training and support.
• Review and monitor Standard WBS Structure.
• Review and monitor Standard Programme Structure for Level 1 2 and 3 programmes.
• Review and monitor Planning procedures and control.
• Review and monitor Monthly Valuation Programme Reporting.
• Reviewing and validating the progress reports submitted by the contractor.
• Claims management EOT Delay analysis: proposing different methods: window analysis others.
• Preparation/Review of all tender programme submissions.
• Establishment of a programme structure in conjunction with the development of the budget structure.
• Establishment of four weekly looks ahead programmes procedure for on-site project planner.
• Establishment and maintaining of earned value reporting procedures i.e. Measurement of Budgeted Cost of Work Scheduled (BCWS) Budgeted Cost of Work Performed (BCWP) and Actual Cost of Work Performed (ACWP).
• Responsible for overall project deliverables and managing the constraints of the project (schedule / Financials/customer requirements). Weekly reports (dashboards) / monthly reports.
• Responsible for process improvement drive schedule & cost completeness accuracy on-time delivery and cycle volatility.
• Establish and maintain schedule and cost rhythm with project teams.
• Communicate and report out project management metrics to leadership regularly.
• Coach and train employees in project management and control procedures while driving accountability for results.
• Management of risks: Manage the risk register update it and lead the risk meetings: Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Drive the use of digitization strategy for project control process software systems and tools.
• Coach and train employees in project management and control procedures for the mix of projects while driving accountability for the results.
• Interface with commercial and engineering functions to coordinate project development implementation and control resulting in project volume and profitability.
• On a very frequent basis to identify and notify the delays to the contractor.
• Managing the project records (with the document controller).
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality Environmental Safety and Occupational Health Policies Manuals and Procedures in place within Hill International and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications Experience Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering Construction or equivalent. Post Graduate education such as an MSC is highly desired.
• At least 15 years or more of experience in a similar role; Extensive experience of leading or executing project controls elements is required.
• Must have UAE experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Primavera P6 is required.
• The possession of a PMP-SP (Project Manager Professional Scheduler Professional PMI) Certificate or a similar certificate will also be valued.
• Ability to think ahead identify new opportunities and create new and innovative approaches to work-related issues
• Demonstrates a proactive attitude a determination hardworking skills a well-organized method of works a quick reactivity to the daily events and a desire to succeed and a wish to progress.
• Excellent leadership to chair progress meetings.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.