Project Control Engineer

Project Control Engineer – Khobar Office, Saudi Arabia

Wood is recruiting for a Project Control Engineer to join its technically challenging and interesting projects in the Khobar Office, Saudi Arabia.

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market.
• Commitment to continued professional development through development plans tailored to individual needs and interests
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession

• Review and understand all relevant documentation pertaining to the project controls scope of services
• Specific experience and demonstrated skill in directing cost engineering functions, including cost estimating, cost control, change management and cost analysis
• Experience with directing, planning, and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, and analysis
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to successfully direct and motivate a team inclusive of interacting with client personnel
• Advanced knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, and construction projects in the Oil & Gas industry
• Significant experience in project controls, commercial operations, and/or prime contract experience with emphasis on project controls and financial issues
• Adhere to our corporate cost engineering procedures
• Prepare internal and external cost reports as per the procedures and scope of services
• Liaise with Client personnel as necessary
• Analyze and prepare work‑hour and cost forecasts for the projects
• Attend and represent in meetings concerning cost matters
• Identify and analyze deviations and trends against the budgets; investigate such deviations and advise Project Manager / Project Controls Manager of issues requiring corrective action
• Review overall project status and forecast with Project Manager / Project Control Manager as required
• Ensure reconciliation on a weekly and monthly basis between project cost reports and Accounting Department cost and billing information
• Maintain awareness and understanding of relevant systems operated by other departments

Expected:

• BSc Degree in Engineering subject or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years cost engineering experience in similar field
• Competent in all MS Office applications
• Good communication skills in English language – written and verbal
• Excellent technical numeracy
• Excellent time management and planning skills

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.