Project Control Engineer

Job Description

Wood is recruiting for a Project Control Engineer to join its technically challenging and interesting projects.

The Role

Wood currently has an exciting opportunity for a Project Control Engineer based in our Khobar Office in Saudi Arabia.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

At Wood, we play our part by supporting our global clients with advanced facilities and predictable, safe and fast delivery of projects worldwide as we strive for net zero. 

What We Can Offer

• 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
  
  

Responsibilities

• 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 required
• Experience with directing, planning, and scheduling functions, including schedule development, control, and analysis required
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to successfully direct and motivate a team inclusive of interacting with client personnel require
• Advanced knowledge of engineering, procurement, contracts, and construction projects in the Oil & Gas industry required
• Significant experience in project controls, commercial operations, and/or prime contract experience with emphasis on project controls and financial issues required
• Adhere to our corporate cost engineering procedures
• Prepare internal and external cost reports as per the above - mentioned 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 analyzing deviations and trends against the budgets. Investigating such deviations with the relevant group and advising 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 system operated by other departments
  
  

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

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
  
  

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.com

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.