Project Control Lead📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Skilled Careers is seeking an experienced Project Controls Lead to join a global Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) main contractor to participate in a vital biotechnology and pharmaceutical project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to one of the highest priority and most technically complex projects in the region within the life sciences and pharmaceutical sector. The role requires leading all project controls activities throughout the entire project lifecycle to ensure successful execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all project controls activities across the entire project lifecycle.
• Manage project scheduling, planning, cost control, and progress reporting.
• Develop and maintain robust project controls systems and procedures.
• Monitor project performance, identify risks, and provide accurate forecasts.
• Effectively coordinate with commercial, procurement, and delivery affairs teams.
• Prepare comprehensive management reports and provide insights to high-level stakeholders to support decision-making.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A university degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience working with main contractors or EPC contractors.
• Strong background in project controls for large-scale construction, industrial, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or critical projects.
• Advanced experience using Primavera P6 software and project reporting tools.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Previous experience in the Middle East region is preferred.

Core Skills

• Project Scheduling
• Project Planning
• Cost Control
• Progress Reporting
• Project Controls Systems
• Project Performance Monitoring
• Risk Management
• Forecasting and Prediction
• Commercial Coordination
• Procurement Coordination
• Delivery Coordination
• Management Reporting
• Stakeholder Management
• Primavera P6 Software
• Project Reporting Tools
• Analytical Skills
• Reporting Skills

Additional Opportunity Information

This role requires 5-10 years of experience. The nature of the work is full-time. Saudi nationals are particularly encouraged to apply.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly or contact us for a confidential discussion.