Project Controls Lead

2 days ago

Doha, Baladīyat ad Dawḩah, Qatar Energy Job Search Full time $124,000 - $312,000 per year

Are you ready to take the helm in project controls for high-impact Category-III projects in the dynamic Oil & Gas sector? Join a leading client in Qatar as the Project Controls Lead, playing a pivotal role in driving the accuracy, efficiency, and success of complex projects spanning engineering design, construction, commissioning, and beyond. This critical position offers the opportunity to spearhead planning, cost control, risk mitigation, and commercial coordination throughout the entire project lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.

Required Skills:

  • Expertise in project planning, scheduling, progress measurement, and cost control for multi-discipline projects
  • Strong ability to conduct variance analysis, forecasting, and trend identification
  • Proficient in coordinating commercial inputs, contract strategies, and procurement schedules
  • Demonstrated experience in assessing contractor claims, change orders, and the application of Liquidated Damages
  • Exceptional analytical, organizational, and risk management skills with commercial acumen
  • Proven leadership and supervisory experience overseeing project controls teams

Nice to Have Skills:

  • Familiarity with EPC contract processes and documentation
  • Experience in brownfield project environments
  • Knowledge of advanced project controls software and tools
  • Multicultural team collaboration in international project settings

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related discipline
  • A minimum of 8 years' multi-discipline Oil & Gas industry experience, with emphasis on planning and budget control across FEED, detailed engineering, construction, commissioning, well services, drilling, and shutdown phases
  • Background in driving project controls processes and improvements at supervisory level

Other Requirements:

  • Willingness to be based in Qatar
  • Strong communication skills to interact effectively with stakeholders and shareholders
  • Commitment to upholding company interests through meticulous commercial and technical coordination

Step into a role that challenges your expertise and rewards your leadership at the forefront of major oil and gas projects. If you're ready to advance your career and lead with impact, apply now to become the Project Controls Lead and help shape the success of tomorrow's energy landscape.

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With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

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