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Contract TypeFull-time
Workplace typeOn-site
LocationRiyadh

Job Description

About the Project Control Manager Role

MOBCO Group is seeking an experienced Project Control Manager to lead and oversee project planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, progress monitoring, and performance reporting across its construction projects. This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and requires a professional with proven expertise in both planning and cost control to deliver accurate project performance analysis and strategic recommendations to senior management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the Project Controls function for assigned projects.
  • Develop, maintain, and monitor baseline schedules and integrated master programmes.
  • Manage project planning and scheduling using Primavera P6.
  • Monitor planned versus actual progress and identify schedule deviations.
  • Lead project cost control, including budgets, commitments, actual costs, accruals, and forecasts.
  • Prepare and review monthly cost reports, cash-flow forecasts, and project financial forecasts.
  • Monitor project performance against approved cost, schedule, and progress baselines.
  • Analyze project trends, delays, cost overruns, and performance variances, recommending corrective actions.
  • Develop and monitor recovery programmes and acceleration plans for delayed projects.
  • Manage project risk registers, change control, variations, and cost/schedule impacts.
  • Coordinate with Project Management, Planning, Commercial, Contracts, Procurement, Engineering, and Construction teams.
  • Prepare accurate weekly and monthly project controls reports, dashboards, and management presentations.
  • Support project teams in EOT, delay analysis, claims, variations, and contractual matters.
  • Establish and maintain project controls procedures, KPIs, reporting standards, and performance-monitoring systems.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop Planning, Cost Control, and Project Controls teams.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in Project Controls.
  • Proven experience with reputable construction or contracting companies.
  • Experience with large-scale, multi-disciplinary, infrastructure, building, or major construction projects.
  • Saudi Arabia/GCC experience is preferred.
  • PMP, AACE, PMI-SP, PSP, or equivalent certification is an advantage.

Required Skills and Knowledge

  • Strong experience in both Planning/Scheduling and Cost Control.
  • Strong knowledge of Primavera P6 and advanced MS Excel.
  • Experience in budgeting, forecasting, progress measurement, and project performance analysis.
  • Good understanding of construction methodologies, project execution, and contractual requirements.

Work Type and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, within a dynamic environment focused on construction project delivery.

Application Information

Candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements are encouraged to apply.


Requirements

  • No experience required

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