Planning & Cost Control Lead

About the Role

iPS Powerful People (B Corp™) is seeking a Planning & Cost Control Lead for a full-time position on a major industrial project located in Al Jubayl, Saudi Arabia. This role involves leading project services across various critical functions, ensuring effective management and reporting.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of project planning, scheduling, cost management, forecasting, risk assessment, and reporting. This includes establishing control procedures, monitoring performance, and coordinating with various teams and contractors to ensure project objectives are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project estimating, planning, scheduling, progress measurement, cost management, and forecasting activities.
• Establish and maintain project cost and schedule baselines, benchmarks, and control procedures.
• Monitor project performance, identify trends and gaps, and develop recovery plans as needed.
• Conduct Cost and Schedule Risk Analysis and support contingency setting.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and other project control reports.
• Coordinate project controls with contractors, Finance, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Review and approve contractor schedules and cost estimates.
• Oversee project control assurance activities and manage change control and contract variations.
• Lead and support the project services team, including lessons learned and project closeout reporting.

Qualifications and Experience

• An engineering degree combined with a professional background in project planning.
• Approximately 15 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years specifically in the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia.
• Proven experience managing planning for major capital projects and high-value construction contracts.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team coaching skills.
• Experience in metal processing, recycling, or refining is considered an advantage.

Work Environment

This role is based in Al Jubayl, Saudi Arabia, and requires full-time commitment to a major industrial project. The position involves working within a multidisciplinary team and coordinating with various internal and external stakeholders.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply for this position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.