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Egis Group

<div><ul><li><b>Permanent Contract
</b></li></ul><ul><li><b>Mid-Senior Level
</b></li></ul><ul><li><b>Riyadh
</b></li></ul><ul><li><b>Project Planning</b></li></ul></div>
<br><div><p><b>About the Role</b></p><p><br>
We're looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Project Controls Manager to lead the design consultant scope on our strategic projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will serve as a key leader responsible for establishing and maintaining comprehensive project controls, managing budgets and schedules, and ensuring alignment between design consultants and project objectives. You will drive performance excellence through analytical rigor, decisive decision-making, and collaborative stakeholder engagement.</p><ul><li>
Lead and oversee all aspects of design consultant scope management, including contract administration, deliverable tracking, and performance monitoring</li><li>
Develop, implement, and maintain project controls frameworks, including earned value management systems and key performance indicators</li><li>
Manage project budgets and cost controls, analyzing variances and implementing corrective actions to ensure financial performance</li><li>
Create and maintain detailed project schedules, identifying critical paths and managing timeline risks</li><li>
Conduct comprehensive risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies for design-related project activities</li><li>
Prepare and present regular performance reports to senior leadership and stakeholders, highlighting key metrics and trends</li><li>
Coordinate with design teams, engineering departments, and external consultants to ensure scope alignment and quality standards</li><li>
Monitor and control project changes, ensuring proper documentation and impact assessment</li><li>
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices in project controls</li><li>
Mentor and support project team members in controls methodologies and tools</li></ul><p><b><br>
What do we need from you</b></p><p><br>
**Required Skills &amp; Experience:**</p><ul><li>
15 years of professional experience in project controls, project management, or related field</li><li>
5+ years of direct experience managing design consultant scopes on complex projects</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent</li><li>
Expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting</li><li>
Strong knowledge of earned value management (EVM) principles and applications</li><li>
Demonstrated expertise in budget forecasting, cost analysis, and financial controls</li><li>
Proven ability to develop and manage project schedules with multiple dependencies</li><li>
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all organizational levels</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail</li><li>
Experience with contract management and consultant performance evaluation</li></ul><p>
**Preferred Skills &amp; Experience:**</p><ul><li>
Experience working on projects in Saudi Arabia or the Middle East region</li><li>
Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, or similar enterprise resource planning systems</li><li>
Knowledge of design consulting industry standards and practices</li><li>
Experience with agile or hybrid project management methodologies</li><li>
Background in change management and organizational process improvement</li><li>
Certification in project management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)</li></ul></div>

Project Controls Manager - Design

Omrania

<div><b>Job Description</b><p><br>
We're looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Project Controls Manager to lead the design consultant scope on our strategic projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will serve as a key leader responsible for establishing and maintaining comprehensive project controls, managing budgets and schedules, and ensuring alignment between design consultants and project objectives. You will drive performance excellence through analytical rigor, decisive decision-making, and collaborative stakeholder engagement.</p><ul><li>
Lead and oversee all aspects of design consultant scope management, including contract administration, deliverable tracking, and performance monitoring</li><li>
Develop, implement, and maintain project controls frameworks, including earned value management systems and key performance indicators</li><li>
Manage project budgets and cost controls, analyzing variances and implementing corrective actions to ensure financial performance</li><li>
Create and maintain detailed project schedules, identifying critical paths and managing timeline risks</li><li>
Conduct comprehensive risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies for design-related project activities</li><li>
Prepare and present regular performance reports to senior leadership and stakeholders, highlighting key metrics and trends</li><li>
Coordinate with design teams, engineering departments, and external consultants to ensure scope alignment and quality standards</li><li>
Monitor and control project changes, ensuring proper documentation and impact assessment</li><li>
Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices in project controls</li><li>
Mentor and support project team members in controls methodologies and tools</li></ul><br>
<b>
Qualifications</b><p><br>
**Required Skills &amp; Experience:**</p><ul><li>
15 years of professional experience in project controls, project management, or related field</li><li>
5+ years of direct experience managing design consultant scopes on complex projects</li><li>
Advanced proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent</li><li>
Expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting</li><li>
Strong knowledge of earned value management (EVM) principles and applications</li><li>
Demonstrated expertise in budget forecasting, cost analysis, and financial controls</li><li>
Proven ability to develop and manage project schedules with multiple dependencies</li><li>
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all organizational levels</li><li>
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail</li><li>
Experience with contract management and consultant performance evaluation</li></ul><p>
**Preferred Skills &amp; Experience:**</p><ul><li>
Experience working on projects in Saudi Arabia or the Middle East region</li><li>
Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, or similar enterprise resource planning systems</li><li>
Knowledge of design consulting industry standards and practices</li><li>
Experience with agile or hybrid project management methodologies</li><li>
Background in change management and organizational process improvement</li><li>
Certification in project management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent)</li></ul></div>

SYSTRA

<div>:
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SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.</div><div>
For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.</div>
Context:
<div><b><i>
This requirement is for a bid opportunity only at this stage. Any engagement will be subject to successful project award and final client approval.</i></b></div><div></div><div><br>
The Project Controls Manager will lead and manage all project controls functions across major railway and transportation infrastructure projects, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, cost control, reporting, risk management, change management, and performance monitoring. The role is critical to supporting successful project delivery in line with approved budgets, schedules, quality standards, and contractual obligations.</div>
Missions/Main Duties:
<ul><li>Lead and manage the overall project controls function, including planning, scheduling, cost control, risk, change management, progress measurement, and performance reporting.</li><li>
Establish and maintain project controls procedures, systems, tools, templates, and reporting protocols in line with PMC and client requirements.</li><li>
Manage and mentor the project controls team, ensuring effective delivery across planning, cost, reporting, and risk disciplines.</li><li>
Review and monitor contractor and consultant schedules to ensure alignment with project milestones, contractual requirements, and delivery strategy.</li><li>
Analyze schedule performance, identify delays and critical path impacts, and recommend mitigation, recovery, and time impact measures where required.</li><li>
Establish and oversee cost control processes, including budget tracking, forecasting, cash flow monitoring, variance analysis, and alignment of cost with physical progress.</li><li>
Prepare and consolidate dashboards, KPIs, and project controls reports for senior management and client stakeholders.</li><li>
Lead risk and change management processes, including risk registers, impact assessments, trend monitoring, variations, and support for claims and extension of time reviews.</li><li>
Coordinate with commercial, engineering, construction, and client teams to ensure alignment on project controls matters and contract compliance.</li><li>
Ensure effective use of project controls systems, data integrity, reporting quality, and continuous improvement in controls processes and governance.</li></ul>
Profile/Skills:
<ul><li>Minimum <b>20 years of experience</b> in project controls, planning, cost, and performance management on major capital projects.</li><li>
Mandatory experience in <b>railway or major transportation infrastructure projects</b>.</li><li>
Strong <b>GCC experience</b> is required.</li><li><b>
Saudi Arabia experience is preferred</b>.</li><li>
Proven experience working with <b>PMC, client-side, or major program management teams</b> on large, complex projects.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to manage project controls across multiple contracts and interfaces.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field is required.</li><li><b>
Master&rsquo;s degree is preferred</b>.</li><li>
PMP, PMI-SP, AACE, RICS, or equivalent professional certification is desirable.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of project controls principles, scheduling techniques, cost control systems, and risk management practices.</li><li>
Proficiency in Primavera P6 and strong familiarity with cost and reporting tools.</li><li>
Strong understanding of EPC, design-build, and FIDIC-based contract environments.</li><li>
Ability to analyze complex data and provide strategic recommendations to project leadership.</li><li>
Strong leadership and team management capability.</li><li>
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>
Ability to work in a high-profile, multicultural, and fast-paced delivery environment.</li><li>
Strong report-writing and presentation skills for senior executive audiences.</li></ul>
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Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.</div></div>

Project Controls Manager (Rail) - Bid Opportunity

Interiors Company

<p><b>Role Summary:</b></p><p>The project engineer&rsquo;s role will be to execute and assist with large fit-out projects independently with minimum supervision from the project manager.</p><p><b>Role description:</b></p><p>&Oslash; Complete management of the project at site from taking possession of the unit from client to site handover.</p><p>&Oslash; Specifying project objectives and plans including delineation of scope, scheduling, setting performance requirements etc.</p><p>&Oslash; Maximizing resource efficiency (labour, materials, and equipment).</p><p>&Oslash; Implementing various operations through proper coordination and control of planning, design, estimating, contracting and construction in the entire process.</p><p>&Oslash; Maintaining accurate records as construction progress throughout the projects.</p><p>&Oslash; Responsible for overview of the construction sites, and management of vendors and trades. In addition, keep good communication between the Clients at all times.</p><p>&Oslash; Prepare weekly site plan in advance and monitor site works progress daily basis, execute and report to the project manager.</p><p>&Oslash; Prepare the site works method statement considering project safety and quality paraments. Submit and take approval from client /consultants prior to start the site works.</p><p>&Oslash; Study the project drawings and specifications and works in close coordination with MEP and other parties.</p><p>&Oslash; Project Management Planning, Cost Management, Time Management, Quality Management, Contract Administration, Safety Management, which includes specific activities like defining the responsibilities and management structure of the project management team, organizing, and leading by implementing project controls.</p><p><b>Personal qualities:</b></p><p>The ideal candidate for the Project Engineer role has the following skills, personal qualities and experiences:</p><p>&Oslash; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in civil engineering.</p><p>&Oslash; The candidate should have a minimum of five years&rsquo; experience with reputable fit-out contracting companies in the Middle East for large scale fitout projects.</p><p>&Oslash; Successful track record of working on large scale fitout projects. e.g., Hospitality, Hotels, High End Residential, Palaces, villa&rsquo;s, F&amp;B, Retail, Entertainment, Health, Education etc.</p><p>&Oslash; Very strong technical and execution abilities.</p><p>&Oslash; Previous experience of working with professional fit out contracting companies with their in-house workforce.</p><p>&Oslash; Good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work successfully in a multinational environment.</p><p>&Oslash; Strong teamwork and analytical skills and able to work for multiple projects.</p><p>&Oslash; Adaptability and flexibility in how you support the team and the needs of the business.</p><p>&Oslash; Computer literate (AutoCAD, MS Projects, MS Office)</p><p><b>Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.</b></p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>&bull;	Do you hold a minimum of 5 years of project experience in an interior fit-out company?</li><li>&bull;	What are the types of fit-out projects that you have worked on?</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Project Engineer (Fit out projects)

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.</p><p>
With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group&rsquo;s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis&rsquo; long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
We're seeking an experienced Senior Finance Controller to join our KSA Finance team! Based in our head office in Riyadh, the selected candidate will oversee all financial aspects, internal controls and project accounting for a wide range of engineering consultancy &amp; design projects including PMC, Construction supervision and Design, executed by EGIS or in collaboration with international and local joint venture partners.</p><p>
The ideal candidate will ensure financial accuracy, execute &amp; support developing robust internal controls, play a pivotal role in the ongoing Oracle ERP implementation, work as Business Partner supporting the achievement of financial metrics, increasing profitability and improving working capital.</p><p>
Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Work closely with Project Directors/Managers as a trusted advisor, providing financial, tax, accounting and costing insights to maximize profitability, streamline working capital, and drive business growth on landmark projects,</li><li>Conduct monthly comprehensive assessments of projects budget at completion/forecasts, analyzing business cases, leading and contributing to regular projects reviews, identifying financial risks, and determining potential performance implications to ensure informed decision-making,</li><li>Work closely with finance and operational teams to enhance project governance and controls, improve financial reporting quality, and instill robust financial discipline throughout the organization,</li><li>Oversee, contribute and facilitate the completion of critical financial tasks for the assigned portfolio of projects, including unbilled revenue tracking, receivables management, cash flow monitoring, business planning, budgeting, forecasting, risk &amp; change management (contingencies planning, Work at Risk, variation orders, etc.),</li><li>Foster strong relationships with Project Directors/Managers through regular communication, ensuring project controls and financial requirements are met.</li><li>Support the monthly and quarterly finance closing, internal and external audit processes, ensuring timely, accurate and exhaustive financial information.</li><li>Contribute to the development and implementation of initiatives in KSA that enhance project finance controls and processes as a member of the country and regional finance controllers&rsquo; community,</li><li>Contribute to the ongoing implementation of Oracle ERP and its stabilization, driving system adoption and optimization to enhance financial management and reporting capabilities,</li><li>Undertake additional responsibilities as required by the role, supporting the finance team and driving financial excellence.</li></ul><b><br>
Qualifications</b><br>
<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in finance, accounting, or related field (master&rsquo;s degree a plus).</li><li>
At least 8 years of progressive experience in financial controlling, auditing or financial management roles (Big Four experiences are highly desirable).</li><li>
Proficiency in ERP systems (previous experience in Oracle in a plus) and advanced Excel/Power BI skills.</li><li>
Ability to thrive in a dynamic and multicultural environment.</li><li>
In-depth knowledge of IFRS and local Saudi accounting standards.</li><li>
Proven experience working in Saudi Arabia or other Gulf countries.</li><li>
Strong understanding of financial regulations and compliance requirements in Saudi Arabia.</li><li>
Experience in a multinational corporate environment.</li><li>
Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills, with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>
Fluent in English, with Arabic language skills highly valued.</li></ul></div>

Senior Financial Controller

<div>:
<div>
SYSTRA is one of the world's leading engineering and consultancy groups specialising in public transport and sustainable mobility. With over 10,300 employees, SYSTRA's mission is to design safe and sustainable transport solutions to bring people together, develop social inclusion and facilitate access to employment, education and leisure throughout the world.</div><div>
For 65 years, the Group has been working alongside cities and regions to contribute to their development by creating, improving and modernising their infrastructure and transport systems, throughout the life cycle of their projects. SYSTRA is involved from the earliest stages of design through to the testing, deployment and maintenance phases. The company provides all its services in over 80 countries worldwide and generates 74% of its turnover internationally. With its new services, SYSTRA supports its clients and partners in their digital, ecological and energy transition, in order to invent the mobility of tomorrow.</div>
Context:
<div><b><i>
This requirement is for a bid opportunity only at this stage. Any engagement will be subject to successful project award and final client approval.</i></b></div><div></div><div><br>
The Project Director will provide overall leadership and strategic direction for PMCM services on roads and bridges projects, acting as the primary point of accountability for project performance and client satisfaction. The role will be responsible for managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring that all project objectives are achieved in line with contractual obligations and corporate standards.</div><div></div><div><br>
Subject to project award, the successful candidate will lead project planning, mobilization, execution, and close-out activities, while establishing robust governance, reporting, risk management, and stakeholder coordination processes. They will oversee project controls, construction supervision interfaces, consultant and contractor performance, and ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.</div><div></div><div><br>
The Project Director will also be expected to maintain strong relationships with clients, government authorities, contractors, and key stakeholders, while supporting business growth through opportunity identification, bid support, and strategic client engagement where required.</div>
Missions/Main Duties:
<ul><li>Lead and direct PMCM delivery for major roads and bridges projects from inception through completion, subject to award.</li><li>
Serve as the senior client interface and ensure effective stakeholder management at all levels.</li><li>
Provide leadership to project managers, discipline leads, construction management teams, and support functions.</li><li>
Establish and monitor project delivery strategies, execution plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.</li><li>
Ensure effective management of scope, risk, change control, quality, HSE, and commercial performance.</li><li>
Oversee design coordination, construction supervision, contract administration, and project controls functions.</li><li>
Drive timely decision-making and resolution of technical, contractual, and operational issues.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with client requirements, local regulations, and company procedures.</li><li>
Prepare and present executive-level progress reports, dashboards, and performance updates.</li><li>
Support recruitment, mentoring, and development of project team members.</li><li>
Contribute to bid preparation, technical proposals, and strategic positioning for future PMCM opportunities.</li></ul><br>
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Profile/Skills:
<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>
The ideal candidate will be a highly experienced infrastructure leader with a strong track record of delivering large, complex roads and bridges projects under PMCM or similar consultancy-led delivery models. They will possess excellent leadership, communication, commercial, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate effectively in demanding, high-profile project environments.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.</li><li>
Minimum 20 years of relevant professional experience in infrastructure project delivery, with a strong emphasis on site-based execution and project delivery leadership for major roads and bridges projects.</li><li>
Demonstrated hands-on experience in managing projects through key delivery stages, including mobilization, construction supervision, interface management, testing and commissioning, project close-out, and handover.</li><li>
Proven track record in leading the day-to-day delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring performance against programme, budget, quality, and contractual obligations.</li><li>
Strong practical experience in construction management, site operations, contractor oversight, supervision teams, and resolution of on-site technical and operational issues.</li><li>
Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary site teams and coordinate effectively across contractors, designers, client representatives, authorities, and other project stakeholders.</li><li>
GCC experience is mandatory.</li><li>
KSA experience is a strong advantage.</li><li>
Chartered Engineer status is preferred or equivalent recognized professional accreditation.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of SHEQ principles, standards, and implementation practices across major infrastructure projects.</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality leadership, with the ability to embed a strong SHEQ culture across project teams and supply chain partners.</li><li>
Proven experience in promoting safe working practices, quality compliance, risk mitigation, incident prevention, and continuous improvement throughout project delivery.</li><li>
Strong understanding of contract administration, construction management, project controls, change management, and stakeholder coordination in live project environments.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.</li><li>
Strong client-facing presence and the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and public-sector entities.</li></ul></div></div></div></div>
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<div>
Systra is an equal opportunities company; this position is open to all applicants.</div></div>

Project Director (Roads/Bridges) - Bid Opportunity

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div><p>The Senior Manager leads project controls and financial governance across assigned projects or portfolios, ensuring robust oversight of contracts, budgets, schedules, risks, and reporting. The role provides strategic financial insight, strengthens control frameworks, and supports senior leadership in informed decision-making.</p><p>
Key Responsibilities
</p><p></p><ul><li>Manage contract variations, change orders, and extension of time/cost claims, ensuring proper evaluation, documentation, approvals, and reporting.
</li><li>Oversee utilization of project contingencies and provisional sums, ensuring disciplined budget control and alignment with approved business cases.
</li><li>Direct cost monitoring, forecasting, and variance analysis, providing clear insights and mitigation strategies to senior management.
</li><li>Ensure integrity and reconciliation of data across SAP, Primavera P6, Unifier, BIM, and related systems.
</li><li>Oversee monthly accrual reviews and financial close activities to ensure accuracy and compliance.
</li><li>Provide high-level oversight of schedule changes and integrated cost/schedule impacts.
</li><li>Lead risk and opportunity reviews, ensuring timely identification, assessment, and escalation of key exposures.
</li><li>Act as a senior liaison between Finance, Commercial, and Project Delivery teams to ensure transparency and alignment.
</li><li>Mentor and guide project controls teams, promoting governance, accountability, and continuous improvement.</li></ul><br>
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Requirements</b><p><br>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree
</p><p>Working knowledge or certification on project tools such as: primavera, p6, unifier, SAP project module. (required)</p><p><b>
Professional Certifications</b>
</p><p>Professional certifications such as CPA/ MBA are preferred</p><p>
Certificate in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution &ndash; RICS or similar are preferred</p><p>
Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.</p><p>
8+ years of experience in Project Controls, or Development Finance as part of large construction company or large developer or PMC.</p></div>

Senior Manager - Financial Planning and Analysis (CORS 251)

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