Project Controls Engineer (EPC Power Plant Projects) – CJP000002

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

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a results-driven Project Controls Engineer to oversee the planning, monitoring, and control of EPC power plant projects. The ideal candidate will possess 5-8 years of experience in this area, strong technical proficiency in Primavera P6, and a solid understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM). Responsibilities include schedule management, cost control, risk analysis, and stakeholder communication. The company offers a highly competitive salary of AED 7,500-10,000/month plus benefits, with opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Attractive salary package

Comprehensive benefits

Access to professional growth

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of proven Project Controls experience on EPC power-plant projects (Gas Turbine, HRSG, ST etc.).
• Strong expertise in schedule and cost management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; fluent in English (Arabic a plus).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6.
• Monitor project costs against approved budgets.
• Generate weekly/monthly progress reports and analyses.
• Conduct risk analysis and change-order evaluation.
• Prepare presentations and executive-level reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Schedule Management

Cost Control

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Risk Analysis

Stakeholder Communication

Technical Proficiency in Primavera P6

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Excel

Job description

Are you a results-driven Project Controls Engineer ready to safeguard the schedule, cost, and performance of critical Power Plant EPC projects? We are seeking experienced professionals to lead the planning, monitoring, and control of large-scale Power Plant developments (Gas Turbine, HRSG, ST, etc.). This pivotal role requires strong expertise in schedule and cost management, risk analysis, and Earned Value Management (EVM), along with strict adherence to international standards on high-value Power generation projects. If you are passionate about delivering technical excellence and maintaining the highest standards of project performance, we invite you to join our team and contribute to the success of our Power infrastructure projects.

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Location: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)

Experience Required: 5-8years of proven Project Controls experience on EPC power‑plant projects (Gas Turbine, HRSG, ST etc.)

Expected Start Date: Immediate

Salary: Highly Competitive, commensurate with experience and industry standards (AED7,500‑10,000 per monthplus benefits)

💡 About the Role

We are seeking a results-driven Project Controls Engineer with strong experience in EPC Power Plant projects (Gas Turbine, HRSG, etc.) to support the planning, monitoring, and controlling of large-scale infrastructure works across Power, Water, and Industrial sectors. This role requires strong hands‑on capability in schedule control, cost forecasting, Earned Value Management (EVM), progress measurement, and reporting, with close coordination across engineering, procurement, and construction teams.

🎯 What You’ll Do

• Schedule Management: Develop, maintain, and periodically update detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 and establish baseline schedules, monitor critical paths, float trends, and recovery strategies.
• Cost Control & Cash‑Flow Forecasting: Monitor project costs against approved budgets, prepare cash flow forecasts and resource histograms, track commitments and actuals, and support Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Complete (ETC) forecasting to ensure effective cost control.
• Progress & Variance Reporting: Generate weekly/monthly progress reports, productivity dashboards, and Earned Value Management (EVM) analyses; identify schedule and cost variances and drive corrective actions.
• Risk & Change Management: Conduct risk analysis, change‑order evaluation, and delay impact assessments; support the implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Integrated Coordination: Work closely with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to align data, resolve discrepancies, and ensure seamless project execution.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all project‑control documentation adheres to company procedures, contractual requirements, and industry standards (ISO21500, PMI).
• Stakeholder Communication: Prepare periodic presentations and executive‑level reports for senior management and clients, clearly communicating project health and forecasts.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
• Experience: 5‑8years of hands‑on Project Controls experience on EPC power‑plant projects (Gas Turbine, HRSG, ST etc.).
• Technical Proficiency: Expert proficiency in PrimaveraP6 and advanced MSExcel for schedule and cost management.
• EVM Knowledge: Strong knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.
• Analytical & Communication Skills: Proven ability to deliver accurate cash‑flow forecasts, resource histograms, and productivity reports; excellent written and verbal communication; fluent in English (Arabic a plus).
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with engineering, procurement, and construction stakeholders.
• Impactful Projects: Contribute to the successful delivery of critical infrastructure across Oil&Gas, Petrochemical, and Water&Power sectors.
• Career Advancement: Access to professional growth, training, and clear pathways to senior project‑control leadership roles.
• Competitive Rewards: Attractive salary package (AED7,500‑10,000/month) plus comprehensive benefits.
• Innovative Environment: Work with state‑of‑the‑art tools and methodologies within a forward‑looking engineering organization.

📌 How to Apply

If you are a results‑driven Project Controls professional passionate about delivering excellence in EPC projects, we encourage you to apply. Shape the future of critical industries with us.

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