Senior Manager Internal Audit

UCC Holding; Doha; On-site; QAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

UCC Holding in Qatar is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Audit Manager to lead risk-based audits across construction, EPC, infrastructure and contracting operations, focusing on project controls, procurement, contract administration and financial controls.

The successful candidate will bring deep construction industry experience, the ability to independently assess operational and financial risks, identify control weaknesses and provide practical recommendations to senior management.

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk, Assurance or Compliance.
• Extensive experience auditing construction, EPC, infrastructure or contracting organizations.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, commercial management and procurement.
• Proven ability to lead end-to-end audit engagements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk-based internal audit engagements in line with IIA standards.
• Develop audit plans and programs based on business risks and priorities.
• Evaluate governance, risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Identify control gaps and recommend practical improvements.
• Develop Risk Control Matrices (RCMs) and perform design and operating effectiveness testing.

Skills

Leadership

Internal Audit

Risk Assessment

Stakeholder Management

Project Controls

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/engineering

CIA, CPA, ACCA, CFE, CMA or equivalent

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Internal Audit Manager to join its Group Internal Audit function in Qatar.

The role will lead risk-based internal audits across construction, EPC, infrastructure and contracting operations, focusing on project controls, procurement, commercial management, contract administration, financial controls and governance.

The successful candidate will bring strong construction industry experience and the ability to independently assess operational and financial risks, identify control weaknesses and provide practical recommendations to senior management.

Key Responsibilities

1. Internal Audit & Risk Management

• Lead and execute risk-based internal audit engagements in line with IIA standards.
• Develop audit plans and programs based on business risks and priorities.
• Evaluate governance, risk management and internal control frameworks.
• Identify control gaps and recommend practical improvements.

2. Construction & Project Controls

• Audit the full project lifecycle, including planning, procurement, execution and closeout.
• Review project budgets, cost controls, forecasting and cost-to-complete reporting.
• Assess project progress, scheduling and performance monitoring.
• Audit variation orders, claims, extensions of time (EOT) and subcontract management.

3. Procurement & Contract Management

• Review tendering, vendor prequalification, bid evaluations and contract awards.
• Assess procurement compliance and supplier performance.
• Evaluate contract administration, commercial controls and subcontractor governance.

4. Audit Execution & Reporting

• Develop Risk Control Matrices (RCMs) and perform Design and Operating Effectiveness testing.
• Lead audit fieldwork, walkthroughs, interviews and control testing.
• Prepare clear audit reports and present findings to senior management.
• Monitor corrective action plans and ensure timely closure of audit findings.

5. Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Manage and develop internal audit team members.
• Build effective relationships with project directors, finance, procurement and commercial teams.
• Provide independent assurance and advisory support while maintaining audit independence.
• Contribute to improving audit methodologies and reporting practices.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.

Professional Certifications

• CIA, CPA, ACCA, CFE, CMA or an equivalent professional qualification preferred.

Experience – Mandatory

• 12–15 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk, Assurance or Compliance.
• Extensive experience auditing construction, EPC, infrastructure or contracting organizations.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, commercial management, procurement and contract administration.
• Experience auditing project costs, budgets, forecasting and financial controls.
• Proven ability to lead end-to-end audit engagements.

Preferred

• Big 4 experience with construction or infrastructure sector exposure.
• Experience in large-scale contracting and infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with SAP, Oracle or other ERP systems.

Technical Competencies

• Internal Audit Methodology and IIA Standards
• Risk Assessment and Internal Controls
• Risk Control Matrices (RCMs)
• Design and Operating Effectiveness Testing
• Construction Project Controls
• EPC and Construction Contracts
• Commercial and Contract Management
• Claims, Variations and EOT Auditing
• Procurement and Tendering Controls
• Cost Control, Budgeting and Forecasting
• SAP / Oracle ERP Systems

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Excellent communication and report writing
• Stakeholder management and relationship building
• Professional scepticism and attention to detail
• Independent judgment and decision-making

Preferred Industry Background

Candidates with experience in the following environments are particularly encouraged to apply:

• Major Construction Contractors
• EPC Contractors
• Infrastructure Developers
• Industrial Construction Organizations
• Engineering & Construction Groups

Key Focus: Candidates must demonstrate hands‑on experience auditing construction operations, project controls, procurement, commercial management, contracts, cost control and project delivery.