Senior Project Controls Specialist: Cost, Schedule & Risk

Manpower Group Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Dubai is looking for an expert in project controls who will lead analytical activities relating to cost analysis, scheduling, and risk tracking. The ideal candidate will have between 6–8 years of experience in the field, with a strong proficiency in tools like Primavera P6 and Ares Prism. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, along with preferred certifications. This role ensures data integrity within the project control systems and supports effective decision-making.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience in project controls within mining or large infrastructure projects.
• Professional certifications such as CCP, PSP, or PMI‑SP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical activities related to project controls including cost analysis and scheduling.
• Monitor progress against approved cost and schedule baselines, analyzing variances and trends.
• Coordinate with various teams to ensure consistency in project control information.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6

Data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)

Strong understanding of cost control

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Ares Prism

MS Excel

Job description

A leading consulting firm in Dubai is looking for an expert in project controls who will lead analytical activities relating to cost analysis, scheduling, and risk tracking. The ideal candidate will have between 6–8 years of experience in the field, with a strong proficiency in tools like Primavera P6 and Ares Prism. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, along with preferred certifications. This role ensures data integrity within the project control systems and supports effective decision-making.