Close-Out Project Specialist

Position Objective:

The Close-Out Project Manager is responsible for managing and completing all project close-out activities, ensuring timely finalization of As-Built documentation, contractual deliverables, and clearance of contractor invoices. The role ensures projects are formally closed in compliance with contractual, financial, audit, and governance requirements, enabling smooth handover to operations.

Job Description & Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage project close-out activities across assigned projects and sites.
• Ensure full completion, review, validation, and approval of As-Built drawings, technical documents, and handover packages.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to resolve outstanding technical, commercial, or contractual issues.
• Review, validate, and approve contractor invoices, variations, and final accounts in line with approved scope and contracts.
• Ensure invoice quantities, milestones, and values are accurate and supported by approved documentation.
• Track close-out progress, risks, and delays, and provide regular status reports to management.
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms, company policies, audit requirements, and financial controls.
• Support project handover to operations and ensure all close-out deliverables are formally accepted.
• Maintain accurate records and document control for all close-out and financial documentation.
• Support internal and external audits related to project close-out and financial settlement.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related field.
• 10–12 years of experience in project close-out, contract administration, or project controls roles.
• Strong hands-on experience with As-Built documentation, handover packages, and close-out deliverables.
• Proven experience in contractor invoice validation, variation assessment, and final account clearance.
• Solid understanding of contracts, BOQs, milestones, and financial coordination.
• High attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and compliance.
• Strong coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.