Project Controls Director

Parsons; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Saudi Arabia is looking for a Project Controls Director. This role involves managing project controls efforts, providing guidance on complex problems, and supervising a team of specialists. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of experience in large-scale projects and a relevant bachelor's degree. If you are ready for this opportunity, we encourage you to apply today.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of related experience, including supervisory/managerial experience on large scale programs.
• Basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and execute all phases of project controls effort.
• Provide guidance and direction to resolve complex project control problems.
• Oversee development and maintenance of the project plans and schedules.

Skills

Project management

Cost analysis

Supervisory skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Project Controls Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Job Description:

Project Controls Director

Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Parsons’ extensive experience in this field, combined with your management and technical experience, will propel your career forward with opportunity for advancement with top performance.

In this role you will develop, manage, and/or execute all phases of the project controls effort (planning/scheduling and cost analysis). You will utilize widely diversified knowledge of project controls activities, and draw upon extensive experience and exposure to various types of projects and clients.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provides guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to project for the resolution of difficult and complex project control problems.
• Interfaces with clients, attends regular meetings, and provides statistical reports.
• Manages a team of Project Control Engineers/Specialists who are qualified to analyze, evaluate, and forecast project costs, as well as performance against an established schedule with critical milestones.
• Assesses the impact(s) of design/construction changes and schedule slippages.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of an established system to show the hierarchy of plans and schedules; keeps project and company management fully informed.
• Coordinates staffing requirements, assigns and supervises project work activities, and trains personnel.
• Completes performance reviews and provides personnel development for the assigned employees.
• Recommends and oversees the customization of project control systems to meet specific project requirements.
• Creates statistical reports for management on a recurring or one-of-a-kind basis.
• Participates in business development efforts by gathering and presenting a variety of background data.
• May be required to make informal or formal presentations.
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or related field)
• 20+ years of related experience, including supervisory/managerial experience working on large scale programs (e.g. entertainment complex, theme park, etc.)

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Requires basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or a related field
• Proficient PC skills including a proficiency in various Project Controls Software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Proven ability to perform in a supervisory capacity
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices is requiredIncumbent must meet Parsons Project Controls Manager Certification requirements

Minimum Clearance Required: Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.

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