project controls director

Parsons

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Job Description:</b></p><p>
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented <b>Project Controls Director </b>to join our team!</p><p></p><p>
The Project Controls Director will lead all aspects of cost, schedule, risk, and change management across a complex development program. This role requires extensive experience, strong leadership capabilities, and deep technical knowledge of project controls best practices.</p><p>
The Director will ensure robust governance, accurate forecasting, transparent reporting, and high-performance execution to support successful project delivery while maintaining schedule certainty and financial control.</p><p></p><p>
What You'll Be Doing;</p><ul><li>
Establish, manage, and enforce the overall project controls strategy, systems, procedures, and reporting frameworks across the program.</li><li>
Develop project control plans, governance models, and performance measurement systems aligned with client and program objectives.</li><li>
Ensure integration of cost, schedule, risk, and change management across all phases of the project lifecycle.</li><li>
Implement best practices, policies, and standards for project controls across all project packages and delivery teams.</li><li>
Oversee the preparation, review, and approval of the integrated master schedule, ensuring alignment across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover activities.</li><li>
Monitor schedule progress and performance, identifying delays, potential impacts, and mitigation strategies.</li><li>
Evaluate contractor schedules to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and project milestones.</li><li>
Implement advanced scheduling methodologies such as critical path analysis, schedule risk assessment, and resource-loaded scheduling.</li><li>
Provide schedule forecasts and recovery strategies to support proactive project management.</li><li>
Direct all cost engineering functions including cost estimating, cost control, cash flow forecasting, and budget monitoring.</li><li>
Establish project cost baselines and ensure accurate tracking of expenditures against approved budgets.</li><li>
Lead monthly cost reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis to ensure financial transparency and control.</li><li>
Analyze cost trends and recommend corrective actions to maintain financial performance.</li><li>
Ensure alignment with performance measurement frameworks such as Earned Value Management (EVM).</li><li>
Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive project risk management frameworks.</li><li>
Facilitate risk identification workshops, qualitative and quantitative risk assessments, and mitigation planning.</li><li>
Oversee schedule and cost risk modeling to support decision-making and contingency allocation.</li><li>
Monitor risk exposure, mitigation effectiveness, and escalation of critical risks to senior leadership.</li><li>
Maintain an active risk register and ensure proactive management of project uncertainties.</li><li>
Direct the management of project changes and variations to ensure proper evaluation, documentation, and integration into project baselines.</li><li>
Establish and maintain structured change control processes and governance.</li><li>
Facilitate Change Control Board (CCB) meetings and ensure transparent decision-making.</li><li>
Collaborate with commercial and contract teams in evaluating claims, entitlement assessments, and negotiation strategies.</li><li>
Ensure accurate tracking of project trends, early warning notices, and potential claims exposure.</li><li>
Oversee preparation of executive-level reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs).</li><li>
Ensure consistent, transparent, and timely reporting of project performance, risks, and opportunities.</li><li>
Present complex project performance data in clear and actionable formats for executive leadership and stakeholders.</li><li>
Provide strategic insights to support informed decision-making at program level.</li><li>
Lead the evaluation, implementation, and optimization of project controls systems and digital platforms.</li><li>
Promote continuous improvement through automation, advanced analytics, and performance monitoring tools.</li><li>
Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all project controls systems.</li><li>
Establish standardized processes and documentation practices to maintain audit readiness.</li><li>
Introduce innovative technologies and methodologies to enhance forecasting accuracy and reporting efficiency.</li><li>
Lead and manage a multidisciplinary project controls team including planners, schedulers, cost engineers, risk specialists, and reporting analysts.</li><li>
Build and maintain high-performing teams focused on collaboration, accountability, and technical excellence.</li><li>
Conduct performance evaluations and support professional development and training initiatives.</li><li>
Foster a culture of data accuracy, continuous improvement, and operational discipline.</li><li>
Collaborate closely with engineering, construction, procurement, contracts, finance, and operational teams to ensure alignment across the project lifecycle.</li><li>
Coordinate with senior stakeholders, project partners, contractors, and consultants.</li><li>
Proactively identify and resolve project issues to ensure seamless integration of project controls strategies.</li><li>
Ensure effective cross-functional communication and coordination across all project delivery teams.</li></ul><p></p><p>
What Required Skills You'll Bring;</p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Business Administration is preferred.</li><li>
Minimum 25 years of experience in project controls within major capital projects.</li><li>
At least 15 years in senior leadership roles managing large project controls teams.</li><li>
Extensive experience in cost control, planning &amp; scheduling, risk management, and performance reporting.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-contractor programs with significant budgets.</li><li>
Expert proficiency in Primavera P6, cost management systems, and project performance analytics tools.</li><li>
Strong understanding of project lifecycle management, construction sequencing, and design-development processes.</li><li>
Proven leadership capabilities managing large multidisciplinary teams.</li><li>
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.</li><li>
Excellent organizational and decision-making abilities.</li><li>
Strong communication and presentation skills, particularly in executive-level reporting.</li><li>
Comprehensive understanding of contract management, procurement processes, and claims evaluation.</li><li>
Professional certifications such as PMP, PSP, CCP, EVP, PMI-SP, RMP, or equivalent.</li><li>
Experience leading project controls functions on large and complex programs.</li><li>
Expertise in digital project controls platforms and data visualization tools such as Power BI or Tableau.</li><li>
Experience working under international contract frameworks such as FIDIC.</li><li>
Strong business acumen with the ability to interpret project performance data and guide strategic decisions.</li><li>
Ability to operate effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments with multiple stakeholders.</li></ul><p></p>
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Project Controls Director

Bechtel

<div><p><b>Requisition ID: </b><b>292114</b></p><ul><li><b>
Relocation Authorized: </b><b>International - Single</b></li><li><b>
Telework Type: </b><b>Full-Time Office/Project</b></li><li><b>
Work Location: Riyadh</b></li></ul><p><br>
</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:</b></h2></div><div><p>
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.</p><p>
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security &amp; Environmental; Energy; Mining &amp; Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.</p><p>
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Project Overview:</b></h2></div><div><p>
Expo 2030 Riyadh is a global platform where countries, organizations, and individuals will come together to collaborate. Under the theme &ldquo;Foresight for Tomorrow,&rdquo; the Expo promotes sustainable development, innovation, and transformative thinking. The event will be held from October 2030 to March 2031 and is expected to welcome over 40 million visits.<br>
The 6 km&sup2; Masterplan outlines a comprehensive framework for participation and infrastructure at the Expo. The exhibition space, totaling 491,100 m&sup2; GFA, can accommodate up to 197 participating countries and 29 international organizations. Working collaboratively with our customer, Expo 2030 Riyadh Company (ERC), Bechtel will manage the infrastructure program which comprises early works, utilities, and publicly accessible spaces like streets and parks. Our scope on the six-square-kilometer site will transition into a mixed-use legacy development to serve the community after the six-month event is over. The project&rsquo;s master plan leverages international sustainability standards for urban afforestation, treated water, and energy sources.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary:</b></h2></div><div><p>
The ideal candidate will have signiﬁcant leadership experience and a clear understanding of project management within KSA. He/she will have previous Project Controls experience of large scale (&gt;$1Bn) projects, ideally within KSA or the wider Middle East. He/she will have a cultural awareness of the nuances of operating successfully. within KSA and have proven success in managing client relationships at a senior level. Job Dimensions:</p><p>
A. Supervision Received Reports to and receives technical guidance and operational supervision from designated supervisory personnel. B. Supervision Exercised Provides technical and operational direction to assigned personnel. C. Contacts Interacts and partners with subordinate supervisors, customers, and/or functional peer group managers, involving matters between functional areas, customer and the company May lead a cooperative effort among members of a project team.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Major Responsibilities:</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Establishes operational objectives and work plans, and delegates assignments to subordinates</li><li>
Provides structured leadership and guidance for the overall execution of Project Controls activities</li><li>
Manages the development of Project Controls procedures and processes that are aligned with customer requirements</li><li>
Manages cost engineering, cost estimating, cost analysis/control, planning/scheduling, risk management, and project reporting activities for the project, and staff planning activities that requires a high degree of technical skill and experience</li><li>
Manages cost estimating, analysis, and control activities</li><li>
Manages schedule development, maintenance, monitoring, impact identification, and recovery plan development activities</li><li>
Develops the preparation and presentation of project estimates and cost forecasts</li><li>
Supports project organizational and administrative activities</li><li>
Provides generally non-routine cost engineering/planning and scheduling guidance</li><li>
Identifies and provides innovative solutions to cost engineering and planning/scheduling problems</li><li>
Reviews contract drafts for adequacy of cost and scope definition and Project Controls requirements</li><li>
Reviews Earned Revenue Determination Data, Financial Summaries, Project Financial Status Reports, and Charge for Project Working Capital calculations for the project</li><li>
Manages the coordination of project reports and dashboards as necessary</li><li>
Performs routine coaching, tasking and performance management of assigned Project Controls staﬀ and such additional professional tasks as are directed by the Project Manager</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education and Experience Requirements:</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) plus a minimum of 15 years of professional experience or, in lieu of a degree, 21 or more years of professional experience
</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Required Knowledge and Skills:</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Previous Project Controls project experience within KSA or the wider Middle East and across a broad range of infrastructure projects.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree plus a minimum of 15 years of professional experience or, in lieu of a degree, 21 or more years of professional experience.</li><li>
Demonstrate experience and skill in directing cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, cost control, and cost analysis.</li><li>
Demonstrate experience and skill in directing, planning, and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, and analysis.</li><li>
Have expertise in the delivery, communication, and training of risk management.</li><li>
Demonstrate experience and skill in establishing criteria for Project Controls activities.</li><li>
Show proven leadership skills in personnel administration, and in the training of technical and nontechnical personnel.</li><li>
Expert in oral and written communication, with demonstrated ability to present project information to Bechtel and client management.</li><li>
Signiﬁcant experience and a cultural understanding of project management.</li><li>
Previous experience of PFSR preparation, coordination and delivery.</li><li>
Advanced level of knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes.</li><li>
Knowledge of engineering and construction management customarily acquired over time through specialized instruction or practical experience.</li><li>
Working knowledge of change management.</li><li>
Experience of knowledge transfer and the development of local employees.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Total Rewards/Benefits:</b></h2></div><div><p>
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Diverse teams build the extraordinary:</b></h2></div><div><p>
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.</p><p>
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of &quot;One Team,&quot; respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.</p></div></div></div><p></p><p><b><i><br>
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to </i></b><b>acesstmt@bechtel.com</b></p></div>

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div><p>Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking an experienced and strategic Director - Project Controls to lead the project controls function within our transport infrastructure projects. In this leadership role, you will oversee project controls activities, ensuring effective management of cost, schedule, risk, and quality for transport-related developments. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex infrastructure projects on time and within budget, supporting Qiddiya&rsquo;s vision to create a world-class entertainment and leisure destination.</p><p></p>
Key Responsibilities<ul><li>
Lead the development and implementation of project control strategies specific to transport infrastructure projects.</li><li>
Manage cost control, scheduling, risk assessment, and performance monitoring to ensure timely project delivery.</li><li>
Direct and mentor the project controls team to uphold best practices and continuous improvement.</li><li>
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to align project objectives and controls processes.</li><li>
Generate comprehensive reports, dashboards, and forecasts for senior management and stakeholders.</li><li>
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans to minimize project impact.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.</li><li>
Drive utilization of project management software tools such as Primavera P6 and others.</li></ul><br>
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Requirements</b><br>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related field; Master's degree preferred.</li><li>
Over 12 years of progressive experience in project controls within transport infrastructure or related sectors.</li><li>
Proven leadership experience leading project control teams on large-scale transport or infrastructure projects.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, cost control, scheduling, and risk management.</li><li>
Expertise with project controls software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent.</li><li>
Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>
Professional certification such as PMP or equivalent is highly desirable.</li><li>
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.</li></ul><br>
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Benefits</b><br>
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Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field; a master&rsquo;s degree is an advantage.</li><li>
Minimum of 10-12+ years of experience in project controls and planning, with a strong focus on large-scale construction projects.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience managing complex projects, preferably in the sports or entertainment sector.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.</li><li>
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Proficient in project management software, scheduling tools, and cost control systems.</li><li>
Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification is preferred.</li><li>
Experience working in the Middle East is a plus.</li></ul></div><p></p>

Director - Project Controls - Transport - 20003955 CDU3

KBR, Inc.

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  KBR provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets."
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 Reporting to the Project Controls Director, the Performance and Reporting Manager will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing reports for the program. The candidate will work with Unifier, Aconex, SharePoint, Power Bi, etc.
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 KBR has been appointed under a framework agreement with the largest developer in Abu Dhabi to oversee a diverse portfolio of projects that contribute to Abu Dhabi's growth. This includes developing essential infrastructure such as transportation networks and utilities, alongside public spaces and involving also the shaping of thriving communities by managing the development of residential housing projects and ensuring the quality of new educational facilities, together with the development of mosques and maximizing urban space through infill development projects. This PMC role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on Abu Dhabi's built environment.
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   Automate complex business logic and cross-system integrations using Power Automate (cloud flows) and business process flows to enforce project governance.
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Performance & Reporting Manager

Transpo Group Middle East

<p>Our client, a renowned project management company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a seasoned and strategic <b>Senior Project Control Manager</b> to lead the project controls function across a portfolio of large-scale real estate developments in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, and performance reporting of multi-billion-dollar programs aligned with national development goals.</p><p>This role requires deep expertise in project controls and a proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects on time and within budget. The candidate must bring leadership, analytical rigor, and stakeholder engagement experience in high-profile environments.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Lead and manage the full spectrum of project controls functions including cost management, schedule development, risk and change management, and earned value analysis.</li><li>Establish and maintain robust project controls systems and governance frameworks in accordance with international standards (e.g., AACE, PMI).</li><li>Oversee baseline development and monitor progress against key performance indicators across the project lifecycle.</li><li>Provide executive-level reporting and insights to internal leadership, government stakeholders, and strategic partners.</li><li>Direct project controls teams, ensuring alignment across planning, scheduling, estimating, and budgeting activities.</li><li>Lead risk assessments and mitigation strategies; ensure timely identification and resolution of issues.</li><li>Collaborate with project managers, contractors, and consultants to integrate controls strategies into design, procurement, and construction.</li><li>Support commercial and contractual functions by providing timely cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and claims analysis.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Saudi regulatory requirements, client expectations, and internal control policies.</li><li>Champion continuous improvement and digital transformation within the project controls function.</li></ul><p><b>Qualifications and Experience:</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or related field; Master's degree preferred.</li><li>PMP Certification</li><li>Minimum of <b>15 years' experience</b> in project controls, with at least <b>10 years in a leadership capacity</b> in luxury hospitality or mixed-use projects.</li><li>Proven experience in <b>real estate</b> preferably in the <b>Middle East / GCC</b> region.</li><li>Proficient in Primavera P6, cost control systems (e.g., EcoSys, Prism, ARES), and enterprise reporting tools.</li><li>Strong understanding of FIDIC or similar contract standards.</li><li>Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li><b>Experience working in Saudi Arabia</b> or knowledge of Vision 2030 projects is highly desirable.</li></ul><p><b>What We Offer:</b></p><ul><li>Opportunity to play a key leadership role in one of the region&rsquo;s most transformative infrastructure programs.</li><li>Dynamic work environment with exposure to international stakeholders and high-impact projects.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Did you include the list of project you've been involved in, in your CV?</li><li>Did you attach your latest CV in your application?</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>leadership: 10 years (Required)</li><li>Primavera, P6: 10 years (Required)</li><li>PMC: 10 years (Required)</li><li>hospitality or mixed-use project: 10 years (Required)</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>PMP (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Senior Project Control Manager

AtkinsRéalis

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview</b></h2><p>
We are seeking a <b><i>Chief Project Controls Manager</i></b> to join our team in <b>Houston, TX.</b></p><p>
Working within our Energy group the Chief Project Controls Manager will support core areas such as cost, planning, risk management, compliance, or performance analysis. This position will support the corporate PMO, supporting and improving oversight of multiple energy projects for industry leading clients. As part of a larger corporate PMO, this role is integral to ensure project success by providing specialized guidance and oversight, driving project performance, and fostering a culture of accountability. The Chief Project Controls Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, and external stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment, mitigate risks, and support delivery on key project objectives.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Your role</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Oversees the direction of a project controls team or function within a group, office or region.</p></li><li><p>
Develops and implements the project controls business development plans and activities.</p></li><li><p>
Assigns and manages project staffing levels and workforce plans.</p></li><li><p>
Manages staff co-ordination and workload and directly supervises project controls team.</p></li><li><p>
Manages, revises, and maintains status of the detailed project cost estimate/forecast to include all phases of project execution from design/engineering, material/equipment procurement and deliveries, construction contracts through start-up activities and closeout.</p></li><li><p>
Tracks and analyzes the project costs including budgets, commitments, actuals, accruals, and forecasts. Analysis includes forecast to budget and estimate, forecast to actuals, and contingency analysis.</p></li><li><p>
Participates in the development and improvement of project controls systems.</p></li><li><p>
Recommends improvements in systems, tools, and methods of project controls and project management.</p></li><li><p>
Establishes a project work breakdown structure in line with industry best practices.</p></li><li><p>
Assists in analyzing project control requirements as part of the bid review process to ensure all cost control requirements are incorporated into individual contracts and purchase orders.</p></li><li><p>
Interacts with other project groups in relation to cost codes, purchase order commitments, change orders and sales tax issues as required and to ensure all accounting and regulatory compliance issues or guidelines are implemented.</p></li><li><p>
Assists in creating detailed project budgets from estimates and in the development of cash flow projections.</p></li><li><p>
Works with senior project management staff in managing the overall project cost control efforts.</p></li><li><p>
Works with scheduling staff to develop, manage, revise, and update integrated detailed project schedules including all phases of project execution.</p></li><li><p>
Assists in early identification of long lead items, resource constraints, and required project start dates.</p></li><li><p>
Manages key project indicators and project commercial reports.</p></li><li><p>
Manages internal job costing in relation to the fee and services to be provided, resources required and all project reporting including job number, Project Status Report (PSR) and other company reporting policies.</p></li><li><p>
Produces forecasts of total project costs, annual costs, and monthly cash flow costs and provides variance analysis and explanations.</p></li><li><p>
Assists in forecasting engineering and construction resource requirements.</p></li><li><p>
Assists in coordinating engineering and construction activities in conjunction with overall project schedule requirements. Incorporates engineering and construction contractor schedules into overall project schedules.</p></li><li><p>
Ensures all contract deliverables and deadlines are met.</p></li><li><p>
Provides senior level general project management support as necessary (e.g., financial/operational budgeting, consolidation, analysis, forecasting; business development; pricing; billing; key client/consultant relationship management).</p></li><li><p>
Performs such other duties as the Supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.
</p></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About you</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Construction, Finance or a related field, or 10 years of relevant experience, or alternatively 10+ years proven experience directly in Project Controls environment.</p></li><li><p>
Energy or similar industry experience is preferred.</p></li><li><p>
Certification with AACE, PMI or CMAA is preferred.</p></li><li><p>
Experience with Ecosys or SAP or similar finance and or cost management software with good understanding of P6 software.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge of and experience with stage-gated project execution processes.</p></li><li><p>
Must generally understand and utilize Information Technology in the performance of work including Internet, Intranet, Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite and Cost Management systems.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to support multiple active projects simultaneously.</p></li><li><p>
Familiar with industry working practices and methodologies.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge in Engineering, Procurement and Construction scopes of work in both a cost and schedule driven capacity.</p></li><li><p>
Must be articulate, have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and good decision-making abilities.</p></li><li><p>
Must have good communication skills.</p></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Rewards &amp; benefits</b></h2><p>
At AtkinsR&eacute;alis, our values&mdash;Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence&mdash;are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.</p><p>
Depending on your employment status, AtkinsR&eacute;alis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.
</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About AtkinsR&eacute;alis</b></h2><p>
We're AtkinsR&eacute;alis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Additional information</b></h2><p>
Expected compensation range is between $170,000-$180,000/year. depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.</p><p><b>
Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.</b></p><p><b>
AtkinsR&eacute;alis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability</b></p><p></p><p><br>
AtkinsR&eacute;alis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Please consult our Privacy Notice on our Careers site to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data. By submitting your personal information to AtkinsR&eacute;alis, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.</p><p><b>
Note to staffing and direct hire agencies:</b></p><p>
In the event a recruiter or agency who is not on our preferred supplier list submits a resume/candidate to anyone in the company, AtkinsR&eacute;alis family of companies, we explicitly reserve the right to recruit and hire the candidate(s) at our discretion and without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/recruitment-agencies</p></div>

Chief Project Controls Manager

Hill International, Inc.

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 We are seeking a highly experienced transformation leader with 25+ years in infrastructure projects to drive large-scale change, optimize business processes, and enhance project controls, risk, and operational performance.
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   Partner with department and division leaders to lead implementation of large-scale change / transformations processes across the Commercial and Operations organization.
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   Model and apply principles and methods to business processes using a variety of appropriate tools and techniques such as Process Mapping, Capability analysis, to analyze relevant targets and cost savings opportunities.
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   Evaluate existing processes using interviews, workshops, document analysis, surveys, Kaizen Events, creating business cases and workflow analysis.
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   Identify strengths and areas for process improvement, establishing shared goals between business strategies and improvement initiatives.
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   Perform root cause analysis, analyze data for trends and provide recommendations for improvement.
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   Meet with business and technical leaders to identify and scope opportunities, outline potential value and ROI, and identify risks and constraints.
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   Capture the tactical and strategic business goals that provide traceability through the organization and map them to metrics that provide ongoing governance capability.
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   Answer questions from team members about the content or strategy of project tasks.
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   Define the data elements shared between the various business units in the enterprise and the relationships between those data elements and processes, people, systems, and other process elements.
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   Recognize structural issues within the organization, functional interdependencies, and cross-silo redundancies such as role alignment, process gaps and overlaps, and business capability maturity gaps.
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   Provide training and mentorship as required.
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   Help project managers identify potential risks and troubleshoot issues related to their area of expertise.
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   Communicate with project managers or stakeholders to recommend best practices or processes.
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   Share in managing project risks, contingency and mitigation plans.
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   Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures in place within Hill International, and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
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   Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.
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   Bachelor of Engineering or relevant degree from accredited university.
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   Minimum 25 years&rsquo; experience of direct professional oversight of the following functional areas: Project Controls (Cost, Schedule, Scope, Trends); Environment, Safety &amp; Health; Risk Management; Contracts, Procurement; Financial management; Quality Assurance and Quality Control. Experience gained on large projects.
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   Preferably with professional certification in change management.
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   Expert knowledge of project process improvement, change management, leadership initiatives and managing change in the infrastructure industry environment with major government and/or semi-government projects (preference for Middle East and in KSA experience).
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   Extensive experience in developing project management manuals.
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   Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to prepare and present effective oral and written reports.
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   International Experience: Experience of working internationally (preference KSA experience).
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