Project Controller

Roles and responsibilities

As a Project Controller in the UAE. You be responsible for supporting all aspects of the project control’s function.

Project controls delivery trends, including supporting the project control staff with respect to safety and work life balance, overseeing the consultants/contractors planning and scheduling of the assignment projects including the consultants/contractors planning and scheduling of the staffs plans and manpower histograms and project progress and maintaining up to date knowledge of planning software and techniques and ensuring the PMs, CMs and stakeholders are aware of the potential threats on the schedule and review of the EPC Contractor schedules and preparing internal and client weekly and monthly project status reports.

Here's what you'll need

• You will be U.A.E National that holds an accredited bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from a recognized institution.
• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering planning and scheduling of the assignment projects and projects progress.
• A working proficiency engineering software experience planning software
• Experience in preparing internal and client weekly and monthly status reports

• A Project Controller is responsible for overseeing and managing the financial and scheduling aspects of projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. Here are key skills and attributes essential for this role:

Desired candidate profile

A Project Controller is responsible for overseeing and managing the financial and scheduling aspects of projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. Here are key skills and attributes essential for this role:

1. Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to track project costs and profitability.

2. Project Management Skills: Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera) to effectively monitor project progress.

3. Data Analysis: Proficiency in analyzing project data and performance metrics to identify trends, variances, and potential issues.

4. Reporting Skills: Ability to create detailed reports and dashboards that communicate project status, financial health, and key performance indicators to stakeholders.

5. Risk Management: Skills in identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to minimize their impact on the project.

6. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to collaborate with project managers, team members, and stakeholders effectively.

7. Attention to Detail: Meticulousness in tracking project details, documentation, and compliance with contractual obligations.

8. Problem-Solving: Critical thinking skills to address issues as they arise and recommend effective solutions.

9. Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with various departments, including finance, operations, and engineering.

10. Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to changing project demands, timelines, and priorities.

These skills enable Project Controllers to contribute to the successful delivery of projects by ensuring they are managed effectively, with a strong focus on financial and operational performance.