Lead the Planning & Control Department to establish and implement effective project control strategies and methodologies across various project phases, including engineering, construction, testing, operation, and delivery.
Utilize advanced expertise in analyzing and tracking time schedules, measuring performance, managing deviations from baselines, and producing comprehensive follow-up reports to support project success.
Oversee the monitoring of financial and engineering reports, and proficiently develop and monitor project key performance indicators (KPIs) from project inception to closure.
Collaborate with project teams to identify deviations from project plans, implement corrective action plans, and assess their impact on project performance and outcomes.
Communicate effectively with project stakeholders using advanced verbal and written communication skills, providing transparent and actionable reports on project control activities and performance.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the Planning & Control Department, fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, and quality in project control activities.
Utilize advanced knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes to enhance project control methodologies and processes.
Lead the development and implementation of standardized planning and control processes and tools to ensure consistency and efficiency across all projects, driving best practices and continuous improvement.
Collaborate with project managers and cross-functional teams to develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, ensuring alignment with project objectives, resource availability, and stakeholder requirements.
Oversee the development and monitoring of project budgets, working closely with finance and procurement teams to ensure accurate and efficient financial control and reporting.
Drive the identification of potential risks and opportunities related to project schedules, costs, and resources, and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with project teams.
Engage in the continuous review and optimization of project control processes and workflows, leveraging advanced knowledge of industry-leading project management principles and tools.
Provide leadership and support to the Planning & Control Department team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture while promoting professional growth and development opportunities.
Represent the Planning & Control Department in senior management and client meetings, effectively communicating project control strategies, performance, and resolutions to project challenges.
Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and advancements in project management and control, integrating relevant insights and best practices into the organization's project control framework.
Champion a culture of operational excellence, quality assurance, and risk management within the Planning & Control Department, ensuring compliance with internal policies and industry standards.
Identify, recommend, and implement innovative technologies and tools to enhance project control capabilities, driving automation and efficiency in project planning, monitoring, and reporting.
Engage with external partners, vendors, and industry experts to build strategic alliances and stay informed about emerging developments and opportunities in project control and management
Essential Requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or equivalent from a Ministry of Education-accredited university.
Minimum of 13 years of project control experience, including roles as a control and monitoring manager on large projects.
Thorough understanding of project management principles and tools applied across engineering, construction, testing, operation, and delivery phases.
Expertise in analyzing and tracking time schedules, measuring performance, managing deviations from baselines, and producing follow-up reports.
Experience in monitoring financial and engineering reports, and proficiency in developing and monitoring project KPIs from inception to project closure.
Proven ability to implement corrective plans and assess their impact.
Advanced knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup processes.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire team members to achieve departmental and organizational goals.
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and success of project control activities.
A proactive and results-driven approach, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across project control activities.
