Project Controls Manager

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Parsons Corporation is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Project Controls Manager to join our team in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will lead the project controls function for large-scale, mega-infrastructure projects, ensuring that project schedule, cost, and risk management baselines are meticulously planned and executed. You will act as a key advisor to project leadership, driving project performance and delivering predictable outcomes on some of the region's most ambitious developments.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leadership & Direction: Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team of project controls professionals (cost controllers, schedulers, and estimators). Establish team goals, conduct performance evaluations, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Baseline Management: Oversee the development, maintenance, and execution of the integrated project schedule and cost baseline. Ensure alignment with contractual requirements and corporate standards.
• Earned Value Management (EVM): Implement and manage comprehensive EVM systems to accurately measure project performance, analyze variances, and forecast estimate-at-completion (EAC) metrics.
• Reporting & Analytics: Direct the preparation of daily, weekly, and monthly project control reports for senior leadership and clients. Provide actionable insights and trend analyses to mitigate potential delays or cost overruns.
• Change Management: Manage the project change control process. Review contract modifications, assess their impact on schedule and budget, and ensure proper documentation and approval workflows are followed.
• Risk & Contingency Management: Collaborate with the project management team to identify, quantify, and monitor project risks. Oversee the risk register and manage contingency allocations effectively.
• Client & Stakeholder Interface: Act as the primary point of contact for the client regarding project controls status, variance explanations, and recovery strategies.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field from an accredited institution.

• Experience: * Minimum of 15 years of dedicated project controls experience.

  • Proven track record working on mega-projects ($1B+ value), preferably within the Middle East or GCC region.
  • At least 5 years of experience in a dedicated managerial or supervisory role
  • Expertise in industry-standard software, including Primavera P6, Primavera Risk Analysis, and advanced MS Excel.
  • Deep understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) methodology and cost engineering principles.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Certifications (Preferred): Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP).
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership, exceptional communication, and negotiation skills. Ability to effectively present complex data to senior stakeholders and clients in a clear, concise manner.

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