Project Controls Manager

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world."

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’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Controls Manager to lead and manage all project controls functions for large-scale multidisciplinary design projects. The role will oversee planning, cost control, reporting, risk, change management, and data governance while leading a team of project controls professionals.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership capability combined with hands-on expertise in both planning and cost control within complex design environments.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Governance

• Lead and manage a team of project controls engineers and planners

• Establish project controls governance framework across assigned projects

• Develop and implement project controls plans, procedures, and reporting standards

• Ensure consistency, data integrity, and compliance with contractual and corporate requirements

• Provide strategic oversight to support Project Directors in decision making

Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and maintain integrated design schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent

• Develop detailed planning packages including WBS, deliverable mapping, interfaces, and milestones

• Align schedules with contractual milestones and submission requirements

• Conduct critical path analysis and scenario modelling

• Monitor progress and recommend recovery strategies

Cost Control & Forecasting

• Establish project budgets and cost breakdown structures

• Implement Earned Value Management where applicable

• Monitor actuals vs budget and analyse variances

• Develop and maintain Estimate at Completion and Estimate to Complete

• Prepare cash flow forecasts and revenue projections

• Support financial reporting and margin analysis

Data Management & Reporting

• Develop and maintain Master Deliverables Register (MDR)

• Implement structured reporting dashboards using Power BI or similar tools

• Manage large datasets from multiple disciplines and ensure data accuracy

• Automate reporting workflows and improve data visualization standards

• Deliver executive-level reports highlighting performance, risks, and trends

Risk & Change Management

• Facilitate risk workshops and maintain project risk registers

• Quantify schedule and cost risk impacts

• Support development of mitigation strategies

• Manage change logs and evaluate impact of variations

• Provide integrated impact assessments across schedule, cost, and resources

Stakeholder Management

• Interface with internal design teams, commercial teams, and external stakeholders

• Support client reporting and technical presentations

• Provide advisory input during bid and tender phases where required

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline

• 15+ years of experience in project controls within large infrastructure or design projects

• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary design packages

• Strong experience in both planning and cost control

• Demonstrated experience leading project controls teams

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6

• Strong knowledge of Earned Value Management

• Advanced data analytics and reporting skills using Power BI or equivalent

• Strong Excel modelling capabilities

• Experience managing MDR systems and large deliverables databases

• Familiarity with risk management tools and quantitative analysis

• Knowledge of ERP systems is an advantage

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong analytical and structured thinking

• High attention to detail

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills

• Commercial awareness and financial acumen

• Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

Preferred Experience

• Experience in GCC infrastructure or port/marine projects

• Experience working within international consultancy environments

• Exposure to design & build or EPC interface environments