Project Controls Specialist

Lead the planning, scheduling, and financial management of capital building projects, infrastructure, and master planning.Bring a strong background in project design stages, regulatory authority requirements, and an in-depth understanding of the real estate market in the UAE and GCC.Provide expertise in LDC projects, capital building projects, infrastructure, and master planning, ensuring seamless project execution.Oversee the development and implementation of project control systems, including cost control, scheduling, risk analysis, and performance monitoring.Collaborate with project teams to establish and track project plans, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget requirements.Manage resource planning and allocation, optimizing team utilization across multiple projects.Conduct Cost-to-Complete (CTC) reviews and financial forecasting to maintain project profitability and budget alignment.Prepare and present weekly and monthly project dashboard summaries to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators, budget variances, and risks.Develop and maintain the project revenue, EAC, and overall P&L.Lead change control and risk management processes, ensuring adaptability to unforeseen challenges.Deliver consulting and advisory services to clients, providing high-value project control solutions.Lead and mentor project control teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, efficiency, and excellence.Qualifications: 10 years of experience in project controls within engineering, architecture, consulting, or professional services firms.Expertise in Primavera P6, MS Project, Smartsheet, and MS Office (especially Excel).Strong knowledge of earned value management (EVM), cost estimation, budget management, and risk analysis.Experience with leading cost control systems, PS, and variations.Proficiency in resource management tools to optimize team allocation and workload distribution.Hands-on experience with Smartsheet and other digital project control tools such as Power BI for tracking progress and resource planning.Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies, risk management, and change control processes.Experience developing and managing WBS and CBS for complex projects.Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.Expertise in Cost-to-Complete (CTC) reviews to assess financial health and project forecasting.Strong background in resource allocation, workforce planning, and utilization tracking.Proven ability to work in a consulting role, delivering high-value project controls services to clients.Additional Information: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., PMP, CRMA, PSP) are preferred.Work Ethic & Adaptability: Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with minimal supervision.Capable of managing multiple projects and priorities in a consulting environment.Remote Work: No Employment Type: Full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr