Senior Project Controls Engineer (Airports Exp.)

Egis Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global architectural and consulting firm is seeking a Project Controls Specialist for a high-profile national aviation PMO in Saudi Arabia. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 10 years of experience in project controls on complex capital programs. Key responsibilities include managing cost, schedule, and risk for a multi-billion SAR portfolio, alongside team collaboration and reporting. This position offers professional growth opportunities and significant involvement in KSA's aviation transformation program.

Benefits

Opportunity to work in KSA's aviation transformation program

Commitment to professional growth

Contribution to Vision 2030

Qualifications

• 10 years in project controls on large, complex capital programs.
• Expertise in PMO environments and governance frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of engineering, procurement, and construction processes.
• International exposure preferred, especially KSA/GCC.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project controls function within a national aviation PMO.
• Manage cost, schedule, risk, and change control for a multi-billion SAR portfolio.
• Analyze and report project information to PMO team and client staff.
• Ensure data-driven decision-making and performance excellence.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6

Cost & Risk management tools

Power BI

PMIS systems

Strong analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline

Job description

About Us

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting‑edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

About the Role

Project Brief

This PMO initiative supports the delivery of a multi‑year, multi‑billion‑riyal capital development Programme aligned with national aviation objectives. Operating as an integrated consultancy‑client team, the PMO provides strategic oversight, governance, and operational support to ensure that all projects across the national airport portfolio are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The Programme encompasses portfolio management, project controls, engineering standardization, construction assurance, asset management, and governance functions, with direct engagement across multiple Operating Companies (OpCos).

Role Purpose

Participate in the delivery of the project controls function within a high‑profile national aviation PMO. Take responsibility for key activities and initiatives, involving cost, schedule, risk, or change control for a multi‑billion SAR portfolio. Interact with PMO team members and client staff to analyze and report project information. Ensure standardization, data‑driven decision‑making, and performance excellence across multiple operating companies. Reports to Project Control Manager.

What do we need from you

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline from an accredited university.

Experience

• Preferably 10 years (minimum 5 years with exceptional profile) in project controls (Cost, Schedule, Risk & Reporting) on large, complex capital programs.
• Preferably with expertise in PMO environments, preferably with exposure to governance frameworks and integrated portfolio management.
• Strong knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, commissioning processes.
• International exposure; KSA / GCC experience highly preferred.

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6, Cost & Risk management tools, Power BI, and PMIS systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to operate at both strategic and detailed levels.
• Experience in continuous improvement, process optimisation, and talent development.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work at the heart of KSA's aviation transformation program.
• Commitment to professional growth, including exposure to international best practices.
• Contribution to Vision 2030 through localisation and knowledge transfer.