Specialist - Project Controls

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and leaves of absence

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Dubai is seeking a Specialist Project Controls to manage day-to-day project control activities across various projects. The role includes analyzing performance data, maintaining financial records, and supporting budget development. Ideal candidates will have 2-8 years of experience and a relevant degree. This position is contract-based with opportunities for career growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-8 years of experience in project controls.
• Certified training in project controls systems is required.
• Certified training in project controls systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project control systems and analyze performance data.
• Prepare progress and performance tracking reports.
• Investigate variances and analyze performance trends.
• Support with change management processes.
• Prepares weekly progress and performance tracking reports.
• Investigates variances from the baseline and analyzes performance trends.
• Establishes project cost projections based on deployments from involved disciplines.
• Supports the Project Manager with preparation of Intercompany Agreements and internal change forms.
• Maintains records of project financial files per company templates.
• Proactively identifies and reports financial risks and opportunities.
• Supports project reporting process as required.

Skills

Project controls systems

Earned Value Analysis

Financial data analysis

Change management

Cost baseline fundamentals

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science or Engineering

Certified training in project controls systems

Job description

AECOM are seeking a Specialist Project Controls who will be responsible for executing day‑to‑day project control activities across a portfolio of small to medium‑sized projects. This role involves setting up and maintaining project control systems analysing performance data managing scope and change control and supporting financial and schedule reporting. The Specialist plays a key role in ensuring project transparency accuracy and alignment with organizational standards.

Role & Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Project Management team and interfaces with various disciplines.
• Develops the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and baseline budgets in coordination with the Project Manager.
• Collects progress data and performs Earned Value Analysis.
• Collects actual costs and analyzes performance against baseline budgets.
• Prepares weekly progress and performance tracking reports.
• Investigates variances from the baseline and analyzes performance trends.
• Establishes project cost projections based on deployments provided by involved disciplines.
• Supports the Project Manager with preparation of Intercompany Agreements.
• Supports the Project Manager with preparation of internal forms in relation to change management processes in place.
• Provides project performance data for project audit reviews purposes.
• Maintains records of the project financial files in line with the companys established templates.
• Pro‑actively identifies and reports financial risks and opportunities.
• Works with the company financial and cornerstone systems and processes
• Applies financial terminology measures financial data analysis concepts and principles in assignments.
• Recognizes processes/project actions that may lead to project financial impact.
• Familiar with earned value scope control and change management concepts principles and methodologies.
• Exposed to basic scheduling and cost baseline fundamentals concepts and principles.
• Understands change management and processes.
• Supports project reporting process as required.

Qualifications

• Typically a minimum of 2-8 years of experience.
• Bachelor or Master of Science or Engineering or relevant Degree from an accredited University
• Certified training in project controls systems.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work optionswell‑being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public‑ and private‑sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting‑edge technology and a network of experts you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award‑winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Contract