Lead Project Controls (Saudi Arabia)

Eram Talent is searching for a highly skilled Lead Project Controls professional to join our team in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing project controls functions, including planning, cost management, and scheduling for various projects in the Oil & Energy sector. As a Lead Project Controls specialist, you will ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with company standards.

Assurance Services

• Collaborate with the 1st line business teams, primarily focusing on the Projects sector, to provide assurance over critical internal controls, with main emphasis on the enterprise project controls
• Apply data visualization tools to enhance control testing and summarizing results for remediation planning
• Drive execution of a roadmap for client to achieve compliance with all relevant internal control standards, as per the guidelines in the Internal Controls Manual (ICM)
• Perform risk assessment and scoping exercise to identify key project related risk areas in order to focus assurance efforts on
• Upon management's request, lead and conduct comprehensive reviews of project management processes to identify controls deficiencies, opportunity for optimization and controls automation
  
  
  

Advisory Services

• Work closely with process and control owners to assist in the design and implementation of project controls for existing and new projects
• Provide guidance and support to ensure that controls are effectively integrated into project management procedures
  
  

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement project controls strategies, processes, and tools
• Lead the project controls team to manage project budgets, schedules, and risks
• Provide accurate forecasting and reporting of project costs and timelines
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to improve project performance
• Identify potential issues and propose corrective actions to ensure project success
• Prepare and present project status reports to senior management
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation plans
  
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years and Maximum 15 years of working experience in internal controls, risk management, consulting, or / and compliance field in a multi-faceted organization or professional services firm, with primary focus on enterprise project controls
• Minimum a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited university. A postgraduate degree would be an advantage
• Additional internationally recognized relevant professional qualifications such as PMP, CRMA, CIA, CISA, or CFE are highly desirable
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk assessment, and compliance standards such as COSO / COBIT
• Understanding of risk management standards and approaches (e.g., ISO 31000)
• Proven track record of implementing and maintaining internal control frameworks within a large multi-faceted organization
• Ability to review project controls around all stages of project life-cycle, including, but not limited to, budgeting, tendering, estimation, execution, handovers, etc
• Previous experience of reviewing procedures on cost control, cash flow management, sub-contractor management, project monitoring, time management, resource (manpower and machinery) management
• Familiarity with technical subjects such as drawings, BOQs, submittals, NCR's, site inspections, etc
• Previous experience within conglomerate / large real estate construction business is preferable
• Experience in assisting management with quarterly internal control certifications is desirable
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Project and time management skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and user level knowledge of ERPs such as SAP, Oracle, etc
• Proficiency in using GRC, audit and risk management software/tools such as Enablon, Bwise, TeamMate, or similar
• Advanced skills in report-writing techniques and styles