Director - Project Control

Qiddiya; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a dynamic Director - Project Control to lead the project controls function for its extensive development initiatives in Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on establishing robust control frameworks, delivering projects on time and within budget, and providing insightful reporting to executives.

The ideal candidate has 12+ years in project controls within construction or real estate, strong leadership, and expertise in Primavera P6 and MS Project.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in project controls within construction or real estate.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies; adept at scheduling and cost management.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, MS Project and reporting tools; PMP certification highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive project control system covering cost, schedule, risk and performance management.
• Lead and mentor a team of project control professionals with guidance on best practices and tools.
• Monitor project performance and report progress to senior management, highlighting variances and improvement opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to budgets and schedules through robust planning, monitoring and controlling processes.
• Collaborate with project managers to formulate accurate forecasts and mitigation strategies for risks.
• Create and present executive-level project control reports, dashboards and materials for decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within project controls leveraging industry best practices.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations in all project control activities.

Skills

Project controls leadership

Cost management

Scheduling

Risk management

Stakeholder reporting

Team mentoring

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/PM/Business

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Reporting tools

Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company is on the lookout for a dynamic and results-oriented Director - Project Control to lead our project controls team in managing and optimizing our extensive development initiatives This strategic role requires a proven leader who can establish effective project control frameworks ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget and provide insightful reporting to key stakeholders If you are passionate about transforming the entertainment and leisure landscapes of Saudi Arabia and thrive in a fast-paced environment this is the opportunity for you

Key Responsibilities

• Design implement and maintain a comprehensive project control system that encompasses cost schedule risk and performance management
• Lead and mentor a team of project control professionals providing guidance and support in best practices and tools
• Monitor project performance and report progress to senior management highlighting issues variances and opportunities for improvement
• Ensure adherence to project budgets and schedules through effective planning monitoring and controlling processes
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to formulate accurate forecasts and develop mitigation strategies for potential risks
• Create and present executive-level project control reports dashboards and other materials to facilitate decision-making
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the project controls function leveraging industry best practices
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations in all project control activities

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• A minimum of 12 years of experience in project controls with a demonstrable track record in the construction or real estate sector.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, with proficiency in project scheduling and cost management.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, along with a detail-oriented approach.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting complex information to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with project management software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and relevant reporting tools.
• Certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent are highly regarded.
• Prior experience in large-scale projects within the entertainment and leisure industry is an advantage.