25 Project Management Expertise jobs in Qatar

The Project Controls Specialist monitors and reports on project performance in terms of cost, schedule, and scope. This role ensures alignment with client objectives and supports decision-making with accurate project data.

Requirements:

• Accounting, Estimating, Cost and scheduling experience
• Bilingual English and Arabic is a must
• Minimum Experience of 10 years
• Knowledge of project controls tools and techniques
• Experience in reporting and analysis
• Strong organizational skills

The Project Controls Specialist monitors and reports on project performance in terms of cost, schedule, and scope. This role ensures alignment with client objectives and supports decision-making with accurate project data.

Requirements

• Accounting, Estimating, Cost and scheduling experience
• Bilingual English and Arabic is a must
• Minimum Experience of 10 years
• Knowledge of project controls tools and techniques
• Experience in reporting and analysis
• Strong organizational skills

Overview:

Tecnicas Reunidas, S.A. is a leading international general contractor engaged in the engineering and construction of industrial facilities in the fields of:

• Oil & Gas
• Refining & Petrochemical
• Power Generation
• Infrastructures and industries
• Energy Transition

Engaging in the Engineering, design & construction of various types of industrial facilities for a broad spectrum of customers throughout the world, including many of the principal national Oil Companies & several multinational Companies.

Leader for engineering & construction in the Oil & Gas sector in Spain, one of the leaders in Europe in the design & construction of Oil & Gas facilities, and one of the world leaders in the refining sector.

Summary:

The Project Control Manager will be responsible for the planning & scheduling, cost forecasting & monitoring along with risk management & reporting of projects within TR Qatar. This individual will play a crucial role in ensuring that projects are delivered within budget, on time & to the required quality & safety standards.

PCM will manage project controls team in the project providing proper guidance to the project managers & corporate management.

Job Responsibilities:

• Direction of Project Control Team assigned to the project (planning, cost and RROO).
• Strong analytical skills required to review all project controls information and ensure accuracy as well as identify issues, concerns and potential mitigations.
• Develop and maintain project cost, schedule, and budget plans to ensure that project objectives are met.
• Identify and communicate design changes, scope changes, schedule slippages and potential impacts and participate in the identification of mitigations. Ensure trends of cost and schedule are identified and suggest corrective actions.
• Monitor project performance and provide regular reports to project stakeholders.
• Collaborate with project teams to identify and address project issues and develop solutions.
• Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards and are completed on time
• Interaction with project control Stakeholder to ensure TR requirements are incorporated into project systems and to ensure the coordination of Schedule and project control of the project.
• Establish risk management protocol which includes identification, documentation and tracking of potential risk of the project in accordance to TR procedures. In addition, determine potential cost and schedule/progress impacts of potential risk identified.
• Schedule analysis, identification of potential claims and development of schedule inputs into contract claim support.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including project plans, change requests, and status reports.
• Mentor and lead a large staff of project controls team members ensuring that project controls is staffed appropriately. Conduct regular performance reviews and manage any staffing issues that may arise.

Requirements:

• A Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related fields.
• At least 15-20 years of experience in Project Controls, with at least 5 years in a Managerial role (managing large, complex EPC projects in the oil & gas industry).
• Extensive experience with large scale capital projects, ideally in Upstream, Midstream, or LNG related projects.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, planning & scheduling, risk management, and change management.
• Expertise in EVM, forecasting, and project performance analysis.
• Familiarity with Middle Eastern Oil & Gas market dynamics is preferrable.
• Proficiency with project controls software

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Job Description
Project Control Engineer
Qatar
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented
Project Control Engineer
to join our team In this role, you will support project controls activities, including cost management, forecasting, reporting, and procurement coordination, ensuring successful project execution and alignment with organizational goals.

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare detailed reports from Costpoint, CER system, Project Controls dashboard, or CFT to provide insights into project performance and progress.
• Update percent complete information into Parsons' systems, including Costpoint, to ensure accurate tracking of project milestones.
• Update forecasts into Parsons' systems, including Costpoint, to reflect changes in project scope, schedule, or budget.
• Review and coordinate procurement requisitions, including cost coding and approval for project controls, ensuring alignment with project budgets and timelines.
• Prepare independent analysis for projects and/or programs to support decision-making and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Conduct monthly reviews of costs, earned value, and performance metrics to ensure project performance aligns with expectations and contractual obligations.
• Provide guidance, direction, and specialized assistance for the resolution of coding, time card issues, or other project controls-related items.

What Required Skills You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in project controls or a similar role.
• Proficient PC skills, including experience with various Project Controls software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Solid understanding of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and job costing principles.
• Experience with budget forecasting, tracking program/project budgets, and financial reporting.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent teamwork and customer (internal and external) relationship skills.

What Desired Skills You'll Bring

• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as Costpoint or similar platforms.
• Background in engineering, construction, or project management consultancy (PMC).
• Knowledge of planning and scheduling tools, including Primavera P6.
• Experience with client billing processes and financial reconciliation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with risk management tools and techniques to identify and mitigate project risks.

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Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced
Project Controls Specialist
with expertise in accounting, budgeting, and cost estimating. The role will be responsible for monitoring project financial performance, preparing cost estimates, supporting project planning and scheduling, and ensuring compliance with corporate and regulatory financial standards. The ideal candidate will combine strong accounting knowledge with project control methodologies to provide accurate financial insights, manage risks, and support successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Estimating & Budgeting

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for new and ongoing projects, including labor, materials, equipment, and overheads.
• Develop and maintain project budgets in alignment with scope, schedule, and resource requirements.
• Support bid and tender processes with accurate financial projections.

Project Controls & Financial Management

• Track, analyze, and report on project costs, variances, and forecasts.
• Monitor cash flow, invoicing, and expenditure to ensure financial control.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure project financials align with planned budgets.
• Identify cost overruns, risks, and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions.

Accounting & Compliance

• Ensure project accounting practices comply with corporate policies, IFRS/GAAP, and regulatory requirements.
• Support financial audits by preparing and reviewing project financial documentation.
• Collaborate with finance teams on month-end closing, accruals, and reconciliations related to project costs.

Scheduling & Reporting

• Work with project planners to integrate cost estimates with schedules.
• Generate regular reports on project performance (budget vs. actual, variance analysis, earned value).
• Maintain accurate financial records and dashboards for management review.

Collaboration & Support

• Liaise with engineering, procurement, and project management teams to gather cost data.
• Provide financial insights and cost advice during project reviews and decision-making.
• Mentor junior staff in cost control and project accounting processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in
  Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or Project Management
  (Master's preferred).
• Professional certification (e.g.,
  CPA, CMA, ACCA, PMI-SP, CCP, or equivalent
  ) is an advantage.
• Minimum
  7–10 years of experience
  in project controls, cost estimating, and project accounting.
• Strong knowledge of
  cost control methodologies, project management principles, and accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP)
  .
• Proficiency in project control software (e.g.,
  Primavera P6, MS Project, SAP, Oracle, or ERP systems
  ).
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Key Skills

• Cost Estimating & Budget Preparation
• Project Accounting & Financial Control
• Variance Analysis & Forecasting
• Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Project Scheduling & Integration (Primavera, MS Project)
• Financial Reporting & Compliance (IFRS/GAAP)
• Risk & Opportunity Analysis
• ERP & Financial Systems (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics)
• Advanced Excel & Data Analysis
• Strong Communication & Collaboration Skills

• Act as the focal point with the client and any contractor Project Controllers as appropriate to ensure costs and progress are reported accurately, ensure alignment with the project reporting requirements and ensure timely and accurate cost and progress reporting
• Monitor overall project / assignment progress status, achievement and non-achievement of major milestones and analyse and forecast performance in relation to plan
• Identification, monitoring and reporting against the project critical path providing early warning to the Project Manager of any potential slippages
• Identifies and establishes the communications interfaces essential for the delivery of cost, planning, scheduling and risk deliverables and services
• Report project status and KPI to management
• Develops the project Work Breakdown Structure?
• Manage the implementation of the cost and planning control structures in alignment with the project Work Breakdown Structure
• Manage and oversee the project work approval process in terms of accurate cost code allocation and initial budget set-up and approvals
• Timely control and forecasting of budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests are properly assessed and included in the budget and schedules if applicable
• Accountable for accuracy and timeliness of S-curves and histograms produced by team
• Accountable for delivery and ongoing maitenance of the projects fully resourced, logic linked Gantt Charts within preferred planning software to the agreed project and programme requirements
• Accountable for providing analysis of current and future resource needs for the project and programme to the Project Manager
• Manages and oversees the recovery process followig identified slippages or significant float erosion
• Responsible for timely and accurate development and issuing of project change orders / variations in accordance with contract / assignment change notifications
• Promote the project change management system and facilitate assurance activities to ensure the process is adhered to
• Serve as Chair for ongoing internal team and client team Project Controls meetings (Cost, Schedule and Progress).
• Oversee the preparation of proposal schedules and CTR packs
• Lead cost and schedule risk analysis workshops / sessions both internally and with clients
• Ensure risk is managed and monitored at project level in line with local standards and processes
• Ensure Project Controls processes and procedures are accurate, that the project controls team are familiar with them and comply with their requirements
• Responsible for ensuring that projects are managed effectively to ensure delivery in a manner which meets quality, time and budget specifications
• Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of all cost, planning and risk deliverables prior to issue to internal or external customer
• Responsible for ensuring all project specific control tools and systems are set up and functioning adequately
• Manage the workload, performance and development of the project controls team. Provides constructive feedback and coaching.
• Responsible for ensuring project control staff are competent to carry out assigned work
• Reviews contractual obligations and ensures that cost control activities are performed in accordance with the contractual agreements and the Client's requirements
• Ensuring that lessons learned are captured and implemented in support of continuous improvement
• Motivates project control team to meet project aims; promotes communication and teamwork within group and project.

• B.S. or equivalent degree
• Minimum of 15+ years relevant experience in major Brownfield oil & gas projects, including at least five (5) years in similar position
• Pre-FEED, FEED experience
• Typically requires a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant industry experience, with at least six (6) years in project control positions.
• Excellent client service focus
• Exceptional organisational skills and able to multi-task"
• Working knowledge of risk management processes and techniques and experience in facilitating Risk workshops with project / assignment teams
• Advanced Working Knowledge of relevant software tools such as Microsoft Project and Primavera

• Act as the focal point with the client and any contractor Project Controllers as appropriate to ensure costs and progress are reported accurately, ensure alignment with the project reporting requirements and ensure timely and accurate cost and progress reporting
• Monitor overall project / assignment progress status, achievement and non-achievement of major milestones and analyse and forecast performance in relation to plan
• Identification, monitoring and reporting against the project critical path providing early warning to the Project Manager of any potential slippages
• Identifies and establishes the communications interfaces essential for the delivery of cost, planning, scheduling and risk deliverables and services
• Report project status and KPI to management
• Develops the project Work Breakdown Structure?
• Manage the implementation of the cost and planning control structures in alignment with the project Work Breakdown Structure
• Manage and oversee the project work approval process in terms of accurate cost code allocation and initial budget set-up and approvals
• Timely control and forecasting of budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests are properly assessed and included in the budget and schedules if applicable
• Accountable for accuracy and timeliness of S-curves and histograms produced by team
• Accountable for delivery and ongoing maitenance of the projects fully resourced, logic linked Gantt Charts within preferred planning software to the agreed project and programme requirements
• Accountable for providing analysis of current and future resource needs for the project and programme to the Project Manager
• Manages and oversees the recovery process followig identified slippages or significant float erosion
• Responsible for timely and accurate development and issuing of project change orders / variations in accordance with contract / assignment change notifications
• Promote the project change management system and facilitate assurance activities to ensure the process is adhered to
• Serve as Chair for ongoing internal team and client team Project Controls meetings (Cost, Schedule and Progress).
• Oversee the preparation of proposal schedules and CTR packs
• Lead cost and schedule risk analysis workshops / sessions both internally and with clients
• Ensure risk is managed and monitored at project level in line with local standards and processes
• Ensure Project Controls processes and procedures are accurate, that the project controls team are familiar with them and comply with their requirements
• Responsible for ensuring that projects are managed effectively to ensure delivery in a manner which meets quality, time and budget specifications
• Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of all cost, planning and risk deliverables prior to issue to internal or external customer
• Responsible for ensuring all project specific control tools and systems are set up and functioning adequately
• Manage the workload, performance and development of the project controls team. Provides constructive feedback and coaching.
• Responsible for ensuring project control staff are competent to carry out assigned work
• Reviews contractual obligations and ensures that cost control activities are performed in accordance with the contractual agreements and the Client's requirements
• Ensuring that lessons learned are captured and implemented in support of continuous improvement
• Motivates project control team to meet project aims; promotes communication and teamwork within group and project.

• B.S. or equivalent degree
• Minimum of 15+ years relevant experience in major Brownfield oil & gas projects, including at least five (5) years in similar position
• Pre-FEED, FEED experience
• Typically requires a minimum of eight (8) years of relevant industry experience, with at least six (6) years in project control positions.
• Excellent client service focus
• Exceptional organisational skills and able to multi-task"
• Working knowledge of risk management processes and techniques and experience in facilitating Risk workshops with project / assignment teams
• Advanced Working Knowledge of relevant software tools such as Microsoft Project and Primavera

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil and gas and emerging energy sectors
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion ; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our busiess 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
• Life Insurance ; Provides payment of 2 x Base Salary (up to a maximum of QAR 1 million) upon death
• End of Service Gratuity ; In line with Qatar Labor Law, upon completion of 1 years' service employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit of three weeks for every year of service.
• Medical Insurance : Ensures cover (up to a maximum of QAR 250,000 per person, per year) is available should you require treatment. Pre-existing and/or chronic conditions are covered up to QAR 10,000.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Allows you to feel comfortable knowing that you or your immediate family members can confidentially discuss any work or personal issues that are an inevitable part of life. The programme helps support your mental, physical, social & financial well-being.
• Professional Memberships; One professional membership, registration, subscription, certification and/or license cost per annum for all active Wood employees. The membership must be relevant to the role you are currently employed in or be part of a development plan. Reimbursement should be claimed via the expenses procedure system, with supporting evidence.
• Global connections : join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

• Act as the focal point with the client and any contractor Project Controllers as appropriate, to ensure costs and progress are reported accurately, ensure alignment with the project reporting requirements and timely and accurate cost and progress reporting
• Preparation of Planning Support Package
• Managing the overall project CTR budget and cost
• Propose, agree and manage agreed payment plan including milestone payments.
• Preparing and issuance of Project Invoice(s)
• Preparation of Project Controls procedures as project requirements
• Weekly and Monthly schedule and cost Reporting (using EVM) of planned v's actual progress figures including forecasting
• Monitor cost and schedule impact of achievement / non achievement of project milestones
• Identification, monitoring, and reporting against the project critical path providing early warning to the Project Manager of any potential slippages
• Develop and maintain project Work Breakdown Structure for specific scopes of work
• Develop and maintain cost and planning control structures in alignment with project Work Breakdown Structure
• Manage the project work approval process in terms of accurate cost code allocation and initial budget set - up and approvals
• Responsible for the timely control and forecasting of budgets and ensure that the impact of all change requests is properly assessed and included in the budget and schedules if applicable
• Assist Project Accountants and Billing Specialists in the Billing process and any other cost related queries
• Assist with application of baseline and forecast installation unit rates and norms for estimating quantity change impacts
• Supports earned value progress measurement
• May assist with updates and changes to project quantities and reports on variances to baseline
• Production and overall maintenance of project S - Curves and Histograms
• Creation of the projects fully resourced, logic linked Gantt Charts within preferred planning software to the agreed project and programme requirements
• Perform progress updates of the project Gantt charts. Includes executed changes into project schedule
• Monitor current and assess future resource needs for the project and programme through analysis of workload at project level
• Identify slippages, significant float erosion and recommend recovery actions
• Coordinate development and issue project change orders / variations in accordance with contract / assignment change notifications
• Ensure local change management process is adhered to
• Tracking of and input into the change management system
• Attendance at client progress meetings
• Input to the preparation of proposal schedules and CTR packs
• Participate and support cost and schedule risk analysis workshops / sessions
• Ensure risk is managed and monitored at project level in line with local standards and processes
• Ensure Project Controls processes and procedures are accurate, up to date and followed
• Liaise with clients and ensure that projects are managed effectively to ensure delivery in a manner which meets quality, time, and budget specifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering
• Minimum of 15 years' experience in the oil and gas industry mainly being offshore downstream
• Proven capability in an engineering design company in a similar position
• Previous experience of working in the Middle East would be an advantage

Job Summary
This role holder is responsible to lead the Project Control activities, assist the Project Control Manager and maintain closed coordination with the other Project Team members.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure that the Contractor develops and maintains Project schedules covering engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover phases in full compliance with EPCC Contract requirements.
• Oversee EPCC Contractor's performance of critical path analysis, float management, and schedule optimization to ensure timely delivery of project milestones.
• Coordinate with discipline leads and contractors to ensure alignment of detailed schedules with the overall project timeline.
• Monitor progress against baseline and forecast schedules, identifying delays and recommending recovery plans.
• Track and report physical progress, earned value, and schedule performance.
• Support the preparation of Steering Committee presentations, highlighting key risks, achievements, and deviations.
• Ensure EPCC Contractor develops resource histograms, manpower plans, and productivity tracking.
• Provide input for budget planning, cash flow projections, and cost control strategies.
• Provide planning input for contract strategy, tender evaluations, and contractor selection.
• Support the assessment and documentation of claims, variations, and extension of time (EOT) requests.
• Ensure planning deliverables comply with EPCC contract requirements and project procedures.
• Interface with Document Control to ensure timely availability and traceability of planning-related documents.
• Develop and maintain the Project Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) aligned with the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Support the preparation of project budgets, funding requests, and cost estimates across all phases (engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning).
• Coordinate with discipline leads and project managers to ensure cost plans reflect scope, schedule, and resource requirements.
• Analyze cost variances and trends and recommend corrective actions to mitigate overruns.
• Implement and maintain Earned Value Management (EVM) metrics such as CPI (Cost Performance Index) and TCPI (To-Complete Performance Index).
• Review and validate contractor and vendor invoices against contractual terms, progress, and deliverables.
• Maintain a Change Log and ensure traceability of all cost-related changes.
• Conduct risk assessments and participate in quantitative risk analysis (e.g., Monte Carlo simulations).
• Support the development and maintenance of the Project Risk Register in coordination with the Risk Manager.
• Prepare cost input for Project Monthly Reports, Steering Committee presentations, and internal reviews.
• Interface with Planning, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction teams to ensure cost control alignment across disciplines.
• Support the Project Control Manager in strategic decision-making, resource allocation, and performance reviews.
• Mentor cost engineers and contribute to continuous improvement of cost control processes and tools.
• Lead planning coordination meetings with internal teams, contractors, and consultants.
• Shall ensure Project Close Out with EPCC Contractor in line with PIM and Project Procedures.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant discipline.
• A minimum of 10 Years of direct and relevant experience within the Oil & Gas and Petrochemical Industry, or EPC company.
• Preferably having experience in Ammonia & Urea Major Projects.