Assistant Project Manager jobs in United States

Job Description

We are seeking a technically strong and hands-on Project Controls Manager with 15+ years of experience in managing planning and cost control functions on large-scale infrastructure design projects in the UAE. The successful candidate must demonstrate direct involvement in developing and monitoring Primavera P6 programs , and applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles, including CPI, SPI, EAC, ETC , and project controls dashboards . Prior experience coordinating with UAE Municipalities is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 for infrastructure design projects-not just review schedules prepared by others.
• Monitor project progress against baselines and update forecasts, identifying risks and delays proactively.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to assess Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Schedule Performance Index (SPI).
• Prepare and analyze Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Completion (ETC) reports.
• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards (preferably in Power BI) for reporting project KPIs, progress, and variances to internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and control project budgets and support cost forecasting and reporting.
• Interface with design teams, cost engineers, and clients to align program delivery with schedule and financial objectives.
• Provide detailed input for claims, EoT, and delay analysis when required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in project planning and controls, with at least 5 years in the UAE on infrastructure design projects.
• Proven hands-on experience in:
• Primavera P6 schedule development and monitoring
• Earned Value Management (CPI, SPI)
• EAC, ETC calculations
• Power BI dashboard creation
• Prior experience working with UAE government clients or municipalities (e.g., ADM, RTA, Ashghal, etc.) is mandatory.
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and design-phase planning requirements.

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