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About the Role

Omrania is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to oversee the design consultant scope for strategic projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining project controls, managing budgets and schedules, and ensuring alignment between design consultants and project objectives. The position requires strong analytical skills, decisive decision-making, and effective stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the design consultant scope, including contract administration, deliverable tracking, and performance monitoring.
• Develop, implement, and maintain project controls frameworks, such as earned value management systems and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Manage project budgets and cost controls, analyzing variances and implementing corrective actions.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules, identifying critical paths and managing timeline risks.
• Conduct risk analysis and develop mitigation strategies for design-related activities.
• Prepare and present performance reports to senior leadership and stakeholders, highlighting key metrics and trends.
• Coordinate with design teams, engineering departments, and external consultants to ensure scope alignment and adherence to quality standards.
• Monitor and control project changes, ensuring proper documentation and impact assessment.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices in project controls.
• Mentor project team members on controls methodologies and tools.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in project controls, project management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of direct experience managing design consultant scopes on complex projects.
• Proven ability to develop and manage project schedules with multiple dependencies.
• Demonstrated expertise in budget forecasting, cost analysis, and financial controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.
• Experience with contract management and consultant performance evaluation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all organizational levels.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent.
• Expert-level skills in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting.
• Familiarity with SAP, Oracle, or similar enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Knowledge of design consulting industry standards and practices.
• Experience with agile or hybrid project management methodologies is a plus.
• Background in change management and organizational process improvement is beneficial.
• Certification in project management (*, PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Experience working on projects in Saudi Arabia or the Middle East region is preferred.

Work Location and Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.