Senior Project Controls Specialist - Saudi National

Parsons; Tabuk; On-site; SAR 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist (Saudi National) to join our team on a high-profile project in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on cost control, scheduling, and performance metrics to ensure on-time delivery and budget adherence.

Responsibilities include developing schedules with Primavera P6 or MS Project, monitoring expenditures and forecasts, and delivering regular reports. Strong English and Arabic communication skills are required, along with a Bachelor’s in a

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive experience in project controls, planning, scheduling, or cost estimation within construction/engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, IT, Finance, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Track expenditures, commitments, and forecasts; analyze variances against baseline budget.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports detailing schedule status and cost performance.
• Identify risks and track change orders to evaluate impact on cost and timeline.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and site teams to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Schedule management

Cost control

Progress reporting

Risk management

Change management

Collaboration

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Industrial Engineering

Finance

IT

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Excel

Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Senior Project Controls Specialist - Saudi National to join our dynamic team on a high-profile project in Tabuk, KSA. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting project delivery by monitoring cost, schedule, and performance metrics to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

What You'll Be Doing

• Schedule Management: Assist in developing, updating, and maintaining project schedules using Primavera P6 or MS Project.
• Cost Control: Track project expenditures, commitments, and forecasts; analyze variances against the approved baseline budget.
• Progress Reporting: Prepare comprehensive daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports detailing schedule status, cost performance, and key milestones.
• Risk & Change Management: Assist in identifying potential project risks and tracking change orders to evaluate their impact on cost and timeline.
• Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to gather data and resolve schedule or cost discrepancies.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Experience: Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in project controls, planning, scheduling, or cost estimation within the construction or engineering industry.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, IT, Finance, or a related discipline.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software (such as Primavera P6 or MS Project) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic.

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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