153 Project Controls jobs in the United Arab Emirates

We are? We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we’ve been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

The Role

• The Projects Control Lead role is primarily responsible for establishing the project planning system, drafting associated written procedures, and preparing the Project Contract Master Schedule for all disciplines of work.
• Supporting the relevant regions and business line leadership in providing cost forecasting and reporting.

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

• Manage and coordinate the activities of the Cost Engineer, Contracts Engineer, and Planning Engineer on all Project Control issues/tasks to ensure a high level of commercial and technical expertise.
• Act as an interface between the Project Controls Team, Project Controls, Commercial, and Business Line management.
• Manage, coordinate, and integrate the activities detailed above to provide a high-quality business services function, ensuring a high level of commercial and technical expertise.
• Provide management with the tools and visibility to act in a proactive manner.
• Coordination of the preparation of all project and corporate weekly and monthly reporting requirements.
• Support with Project Change Management System, identification, and cost and schedule impact analysis.
• Support and provide input to project valuation and invoicing requirements.
• Advise the Business of any issues identified and any client dissatisfaction.
• Produce reports as required.
• Promote the concept of Continuous Performance Improvement within the Project Controls Team.
• Be conversant with the contract between EnerMech and the Client.
• Advise on budgets, cash flow requirements, etc.
• Provide line management with information as appropriate to act in a proactive manner.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, Business Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar.
• Experience in a planning, cost control, project controls role, or an engineering discipline function involved in producing schedules, cost estimates, proposals, or similar.
• Commercial and contractual diligence.
• Skilled in the use of Primavera and other related software packages.
• Minimum 10 years experience, working within a project controls or commercial environment for an oil & gas contractor.
• Risk analysis/awareness.

Preferred:

• Project Management and delivery vs deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities

Essential:

• Conducts and/or supervises complex tasks requiring advanced knowledge of key skills or a thorough working knowledge of a range of key skills.
• Develops a wide range of collaborative links within the organization, actively seeking opportunities to extend network.
• Participates appropriately in the identification of hazards, the assessment of risk, and the identification of required control measures.
• Generates new ideas and is good at putting them into a wider context.
• Identifies and considers conflicting or ambiguous data in problem-solving.
• Manages progress against schedule and monitors against quality standards.
• Demonstrates ability to interpret relevant commercial and/or legal obligations of role.
• Demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of HSE behaviors and expectations.

Preferred:

• Provides technical coaching/professional guidance and assists in the development of others.
• Looks for opportunities before being asked and presents new ideas or approaches.
• Deals effectively with pressure and conflicting priorities.
• Works to develop team spirit and cooperation.

We are? We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we’ve been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

The Role

• The Projects Control Lead role is primarily responsible for establishing the project planning system, draft associated written procedures preparing the Project Contract Master Schedule for all disciplines of work.

• Supporting the relevant regions and business line leadership in providing cost forecasting and reporting.

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

• Manage and coordinate the activities of the Cost Engineer, Contracts Engineer and Planning Engineer on all Project Control issues / tasks to ensure a high level of commercial and technical expertise.
• Act as an interface between the Project Controls Team, Project Controls, Commercial and Business Line management
• Manage, co-ordinate and integrate the activities detailed above to provide a high-quality business services function, ensuring a high level of commercial and technical expertise.
• Provide management with the tools and visibility to act in a proactive manner.
• Co-ordination of the preparation of all project and corporate weekly and monthly reporting requirements.
• Support with Project Change Management System, identification and cost and schedule impact analysis
• Support and provide input to project valuation and invoicing requirements.
• Advise the Business of any issues identified and any client dissatisfaction.
• Produce reports as required.
• Promote the concept of Continuous Performance Improvement within the Project Controls Team.
• Be conversant with the contract between EnerMech and the Client.
• Advise on budgets, cash flow requirements etc.
• Provide line management with information as appropriate to act in a proactive manner.
• Preparation of all project and corporate weekly and monthly reporting requirements.

Essential:

• Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, Business Management, Quantity Surveying or similar.
• Experience in a planning, cost control, project controls role or an engineering discipline function involved in producing schedules, cost estimates, proposals or similar.
• Commercial and contractual diligence.
• Skilled in the use of Primavera and other related software packages
• Minimum 10 years of experience working within a project controls or commercial environment for an oil & gas contractor.
• Risk analysis/awareness.

Preferred:

• Project Management and delivery vs deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities

• Conducts and/or supervises complex tasks requiring advanced knowledge of key skills or a thorough working knowledge of a range of key skills.
• Develops wide range of collaborative links within the organisation, actively seeking opportunities to extend network.
• Participates appropriately in the identification of hazards, the assessment of risk and the identification of required control measures.
• Generates new ideas and is good at putting them into a wider context.
• Identifies and considers conflicting or ambiguous data in problem solving.
• Manages progress against schedule and monitors against quality standards.
• Demonstrates ability to interpret relevant commercial and/or legal obligations of role.
• Demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of HSE behaviours and expectations.

Preferred:

• Provides technical coaching / professional guidance and assists in the development of others.
• Looks for opportunities before being asked and presents new ideas or approaches.
• Deals effectively with pressure and conflicting priorities.
• Works to develop team spirit and co-operation.

We are? We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we’ve been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

The Role

• The Projects Control Lead role is primarily responsible for establishing the project planning system, drafting associated written procedures, and preparing the Project Contract Master Schedule for all disciplines of work.
• Supporting the relevant regions and business line leadership in providing cost forecasting and reporting.

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

• Manage and coordinate the activities of the Cost Engineer, Contracts Engineer and Planning Engineer on all Project Control issues/tasks to ensure a high level of commercial and technical expertise.
• Act as an interface between the Project Controls Team, Project Controls, Commercial and Business Line management.
• Manage, coordinate and integrate the activities detailed above to provide a high-quality business services function, ensuring a high level of commercial and technical expertise.
• Provide management with the tools and visibility to act in a proactive manner.
• Coordination of the preparation of all project and corporate weekly and monthly reporting requirements.
• Support with Project Change Management System, identification and cost and schedule impact analysis.
• Support and provide input to project valuation and invoicing requirements.
• Advise the Business of any issues identified and any client dissatisfaction.
• Produce reports as required.
• Promote the concept of Continuous Performance Improvement within the Project Controls Team.
• Be conversant with the contract between EnerMech and the Client.
• Advise on budgets, cash flow requirements etc.
• Provide line management with information as appropriate to act in a proactive manner.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, Business Management, Quantity Surveying or similar.
• Experience in a planning, cost control, project controls role or an engineering discipline function involved in producing schedules, cost estimates, proposals or similar.
• Commercial and contractual diligence.
• Skilled in the use of Primavera and other related software packages.
• Minimum 10 years experience, working within a project controls or commercial environment for an oil & gas contractor.
• Risk analysis/awareness.

Preferred:

• Project Management and delivery vs deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities

Essential:

• Conducts and/or supervises complex tasks requiring advanced knowledge of key skills or a thorough working knowledge of a range of key skills.
• Develops wide range of collaborative links within the organization, actively seeking opportunities to extend network.
• Participates appropriately in the identification of hazards, the assessment of risk and the identification of required control measures.
• Generates new ideas and is good at putting them into a wider context.
• Identifies and considers conflicting or ambiguous data in problem-solving.
• Manages progress against schedule and monitors against quality standards.
• Demonstrates ability to interpret relevant commercial and/or legal obligations of role.
• Demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of HSE behaviors and expectations.

Preferred:

• Provides technical coaching / professional guidance and assists in the development of others.
• Looks for opportunities before being asked and presents new ideas or approaches.
• Deals effectively with pressure and conflicting priorities.
• Works to develop team spirit and cooperation.

We are?
We are EnerMech, a specialist service company that delivers safe, integrated solutions for complex energy projects. For over 50 years, we’ve been energizing our clients across the world with unrivaled expertise, equipment, and technology that supports the entire asset life cycle – offshore and on land. We enable progress through our three global business lines: Energy Solutions, Infrastructure & Industrial Solutions, and Lifting Solutions. Within these areas, we offer a wide range of services, including cranes, lifting, fluid power, training, equipment rental, pipeline, subsea, process, and valves – all designed to help you optimize performance, enhance reliability, and improve efficiency. With a focus on operational excellence, we deliver value through our customized integrated solutions. This approach reduces risk and enhances efficiencies making us a leading and trusted partner every step of the way.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

The Role

• The Projects Control Lead role is primarily responsible for establishing the project planning system, drafting associated written procedures, and preparing the Project Contract Master Schedule for all disciplines of work.
• Supporting the relevant regions and business line leadership in providing cost forecasting and reporting.

Main Responsibilities & Key Result Areas

• Manage and coordinate the activities of the Cost Engineer, Contracts Engineer, and Planning Engineer on all Project Control issues/tasks to ensure a high level of commercial and technical expertise.
• Act as an interface between the Project Controls Team, Project Controls, Commercial, and Business Line management.
• Manage, coordinate, and integrate the activities detailed above to provide a high-quality business services function, ensuring a high level of commercial and technical expertise.
• Provide management with the tools and visibility to act in a proactive manner.
• Coordination of the preparation of all project and corporate weekly and monthly reporting requirements.
• Support with Project Change Management System, identification, and cost and schedule impact analysis.
• Support and provide input to project valuation and invoicing requirements.
• Advise the Business of any issues identified and any client dissatisfaction.
• Produce reports as required.
• Promote the concept of Continuous Performance Improvement within the Project Controls Team.
• Be conversant with the contract between EnerMech and the Client.
• Advise on budgets, cash flow requirements, etc.
• Provide line management with information as appropriate to act in a proactive manner.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum HNC/HND in Engineering, Business Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar.
• Experience in a planning, cost control, project controls role, or an engineering discipline function involved in producing schedules, cost estimates, proposals, or similar.
• Commercial and contractual diligence.
• Skilled in the use of Primavera and other related software packages.
• Minimum 10 years experience, working within a project controls or commercial environment for an oil & gas contractor.
• Risk analysis/awareness.

Preferred:

• Project Management and delivery vs deadlines.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Behaviors and Personal Qualities

Essential:

• Conducts and/or supervises complex tasks requiring advanced knowledge of key skills or a thorough working knowledge of a range of key skills.
• Develops a wide range of collaborative links within the organization, actively seeking opportunities to extend network.
• Participates appropriately in the identification of hazards, the assessment of risk, and the identification of required control measures.
• Generates new ideas and is good at putting them into a wider context.
• Identifies and considers conflicting or ambiguous data in problem-solving.
• Manages progress against schedule and monitors against quality standards.
• Demonstrates ability to interpret relevant commercial and/or legal obligations of role.
• Demonstrates good knowledge and understanding of HSE behaviors and expectations.

Preferred:

• Provides technical coaching/professional guidance and assists in the development of others.
• Looks for opportunities before being asked and presents new ideas or approaches.
• Deals effectively with pressure and conflicting priorities.
• Works to develop team spirit and cooperation.

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Job Description
We are seeking a technically strong and hands-on

Job Description
We are seeking a technically strong and hands-on Project Controls Manager with 15+ years of experience in managing planning and cost control functions on large-scale infrastructure design projects in the UAE. The successful candidate must demonstrate direct involvement in developing and monitoring Primavera P6 programs, and applying Earned Value Management (EVM) principles, including CPI, SPI, EAC, ETC, and project controls dashboards. Prior experience coordinating with UAE Municipalities is mandatory.
Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 for infrastructure design projects—not just review schedules prepared by others.
• Monitor project progress against baselines and update forecasts, identifying risks and delays proactively.
• Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques to assess Cost Performance Index (CPI) and Schedule Performance Index (SPI).
• Prepare and analyze Estimate at Completion (EAC) and Estimate to Completion (ETC) reports.
• Develop and maintain interactive dashboards (preferably in Power BI) for reporting project KPIs, progress, and variances to internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor and control project budgets and support cost forecasting and reporting.
• Interface with design teams, cost engineers, and clients to align program delivery with schedule and financial objectives.
• Provide detailed input for claims, EoT, and delay analysis when required.
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in project planning and controls, with at least 5 years in the UAE on infrastructure design projects.
• Proven hands-on experience in:
• Primavera P6 schedule development and monitoring
• Earned Value Management (CPI, SPI)
• EAC, ETC calculations
• Power BI dashboard creation
• Prior experience working with UAE government clients or municipalities (e.g., ADM, RTA, Ashghal, etc.) is mandatory.
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and design-phase planning requirements.

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesProfessional Services

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• Act as the focal point with the client and any contractor Project Controllers as appropriate to ensure costs and progress are reported accurately, ensure alignment with the project reporting requirements, and ensure timely and accurate cost and progress reporting
• Monitor overall project / assignment progress status, achievement and non-achievement of major milestones and analyse performance in relation to plan
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• Ensures Project Accountants and Billing Specialists receive support required from the team
• Monitors, records and/or evaluates progress for subcontractors
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• Creation of the projects fully resourced, logic linked Gantt Charts within preferred planning software to the agreed project and programme requirements
• Monitor current and forecast future resource needs for the project and programme through analysis of workload at project level
• Identify slippages, significant float erosion and lead the recovery process
• Responsible for overall development and issuance of project change orders / variations in accordance with contract / assignment change notifications
• Advocate and promote the project change management system ensuring process is adhered to
• Attendance at client progress meetings when required
• Facilitate the preparation of proposal schedules and CTR packs
• Lead cost and schedule risk analysis workshops / sessions both internally and with clients
• Ensure risk is managed and monitored at project level in line with local standards and processes
• Ensure Project Controls processes and procedures are accurate, up to date and followed
• Liaise with clients and ensure that projects are managed effectively to ensure delivery in a manner which meets quality, time, and budget specifications
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of all cost, planning and risk deliverables prior to issue to internal or external customer
• Ensure all project specific tools and systems are set up and functioning adequately
• Delegate and manage the work of the subordinate Project Controls team as required
• Support staff performance and competency reviews
  

• B.S. or equivalent degree
• Minimum of 15+ years relevant experience in major Brownfield oil & gas projects, including at least five (5) years in similar position
• Pre-FEED, FEED experience
  

• Typically requires a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant industry experience, with at least six (6) years in project control positions.
• Knowledge and Appreciation of the core principles of Contracts Management, Commercial Management and Project Management
• Working knowledge and application of earned value and other monitoring techniques
• Excellent client service focus
• Exceptional organisational skills and able to multi-task"
• Working knowledge of risk management processes and techniques and experience in facilitating Risk workshops with project / assignment teams
• Advanced Working Knowledge of relevant software tools such as Microsoft Project and Primavera
• Pre-FEED, FEED experience
  

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Stantec is currently looking for a Junior Project Controls (UAE National) to join our dynamic team in our Dubai Office.
Main Role:
Assist in preparing project budgets and tracking expenses.
Support the creation and updating of project schedules primarily during the design phase
Assist in developing project plans and basic project documentation under supervision.
Monitor project progress to ensure tasks are on schedule and within budget with guidance
Provide support to project managers and teams on multidisciplinary projects.
Assist in preparing project progress reports as needed.
Help identify changes in project scope and support change control processes.
Facilitate clear communication within the project team and with stakeholders under supervision.
Support the preparation of proposals and tenders including basic commercial aspects.
Assist in creating pricing schedules and budgets for tenders.

Qualifications:

• UAE National based in Dubai.
• Holds a bachelors degree in engineering or finance.
• Interested in working on the commercial and project controls aspects of infrastructure design projects in the GCC.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn project management software such as Microsoft Project P6 Deltek or Power BI.
• Strong attention to detail and comfort working with spreadsheets and basic commercial data.
• Basic awareness of contracts (e.g. FIDIC EPC LDC) or eagerness to learn.

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Job Summary : The Project Director - Controls is responsible for the leadership, implementation, and oversight of all project control functions for complex railway infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on high-speed rail systems (>250 km/h). This includes schedule management, cost control, risk management, change control, reporting, and systems integration support. The candidate must have proven experience in the successful delivery of at least one high-speed rail project in a similar leadership role and possess more than five years of dedicated HSR experience.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the full suite of project control functions across planning, cost, schedule, risk, and change management.
• Oversee integrated project schedules and ensure alignment between civil, systems, and rolling stock delivery.
• Manage budget control processes including forecasting, earned value management (EVM), and performance analysis.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to measure project health, progress, and productivity.
• Direct the development and implementation of project controls systems, tools, and dashboards.
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, procurement, and systems integration teams to maintain alignment on scope and interfaces.
• Support executive reporting, performance reviews, and client presentations with accurate, timely data.
• Lead risk identification and mitigation planning across all project phases.
• Implement robust change management protocols and ensure change impacts are properly assessed and communicated.
• Ensure project control practices are compliant with contractual, regulatory, and governance requirements.

Job Requirements :

A Director shall have a construction / engineering related university degree (preferably a Master's degree or have Chartered Engineer Status), with not less than 20 years' experience in the leadership and management of similar railway systems and construction works projects (preferably HSR), with demonstrable experience in railway system delivery (signaling, 25 kV AC power, track etc.), construction, and system integration. For Director level positions, it is mandatory to have implementation and delivery experience on at least 1 HSR Project in a similar capacity / role, and total HSR experience (defined as above 250 km/h) shall exceed 5 years minimum.

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Job Description:

Project Controls Engineer

Abu Dhabi, UAE

What You'll Be Doing:

• Review and approve the Contractors’ Baseline schedule of works in accordance with contract conditions and Parsons Recommended Practices.

• Validate the compatibility of project resources to ensure timely completion.

• Develop a Master Schedule that integrates multiple packages, considering their interdependencies to identify and reflect the impact of one schedule/project on others.

• Evaluate and verify planning and scheduling information from updated/progress schedules. Identify potential areas of delay/slippage, highlight critical events, and suggest mitigation measures, corrective actions, or robust recovery plans.

• Conduct “What if” analysis to assess the time impact of changes, variations, and potential events at an early stage, providing alternative courses of action and advice before issuing instructions to contractors.

• Prepare regular progress reports and monthly reports with program analysis and recommendations, addressing program issues to ensure timely project completion. Prepare presentations regarding work progress concerning interim and major milestones.

• Perform detailed assessments of claims, including Extension of Time and Disruption, using leading delay analysis methodologies such as time impact analysis and window analysis. Demonstrate the contractor’s concurrent delay effectively.

• Discuss, coordinate, and resolve planning and scheduling issues with the contractor and the Employer.

• Coordinate with the Client to finalize contractor programs, reports, and claims.

• Attend various meetings, including kick-off, technical, service coordination, and progress review meetings. Provide valuable inputs and prepare concise and precise minutes of meetings.

• Prepare trackers/logs to monitor critical issues during the design and construction stages of the project.

• Identify potential risks/conflicts and document them in the Project Risk Register.

• Perform Quantitative Schedule Risk Analysis using risk analysis software such as Primavera Risk Analysis or Safran Risk.

• Agree on the progress measurement system (PMS) and key indicators with consultants/contractors for monitoring purposes.

• Communicate clearly to conduct presentations to management and interface effectively with a diverse group of professionals. Provide reasoned and analytic responses to contractor notices and detailed particulars using programming data, sound construction practices, and contractual provisions.

• Maintain proper record-keeping of project contemporary records.

• Issue delay notices for contractor’s culpable delays and/or slow performance letters, recording areas where the contractor’s performance is behind schedule.

• Manage a team of one or more planning engineers, providing technical and leadership skills.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from a recognized institution.

• Minimum of 8 years post-graduate experience in infrastructure projects (Raods, Bridges, and Landscape).

• Previous experience in Planning & Scheduling, quantitative schedule risk analysis, and extension of time claims.

• Extensive experience with design processes and construction methodologies in Infrastructure and rail projects.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Primavera Risk Analysis, Acumen Fuse, and TILOS.

• Certified Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) or Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) is preferred.

• Thorough knowledge of industry best practices and regulations.

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