Senior Project Controller

Mott MacDonald


Date: 3 weeks ago
City: Riyadh
Contract type: Full time
Main Purpose Of The Job

Mott MacDonald’s Building sector is looking to further add to their significantly growing team in KSA. We are looking for a Senior Project Controllerto support our Technical Advisors/Project Managers by providing cost/commercial/contract support and control i.e. feasibility studies, change control, bill of quantities, risk management, interpretation of contracts, budgeting, variations etc.

The Senior Project Controller will support the planning, monitoring, and control of projects with a strong emphasis on cost tracking, invoice processing, and contract management. This role is suited for candidates with relevant experience who can independently manage project financial workflows, ensure compliance with contract terms, and support project managers with timely and accurate project controls reporting and processing of contract amendments. The position requires frequent interaction with internal teams, contractors, consultants, and finance departments.

Key responsibilities and duties are listed, but not limited to, below:

  • Understand the project commercials and cost management of the project including,
  • Preparing budget, resource profiling
  • Preparation of internal trading agreements, change control notes, and invoices
  • Follow up with internal clients on approval of change control notes, invoices, etc.
  • Supporting the Project Manager on daily tasks and Business Management System activities
  • Understanding the existing dashboards and preparing new dashboards using Power BI, along with the digitalteam
  • Storing project data properly as directed by the Project Manager and ensuring the use of standard templates, Information, etc., across all similar projects.
  • Proactive involvement in improving the processes through automation and the use of digital delivery practices.

Invoice Processing & Cost Control

  • Review, verify, and process contractor and consultant invoices for accuracy, compliance with contractterms, and proper documentation.
  • Coordinate with project managers and accounts payable to resolve invoice discrepancies.
  • Maintain invoice logs and track commitments, expenditures, and payments against budgets.
  • Monitor actual costs against budgets, earned value analysis, and prepare cost variance reports and forecasts.

Contract Reviews & Amendments

  • Review executed contracts, task orders, and amendments to ensure compliance with scope, schedule,and cost terms.
  • Support preparation and processing of contract amendments, extensions, and change orders.
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date contract files and documentation.

Schedule & Performance Tracking

  • Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules
  • Track progress against baseline cost and prepare variance analyses.
  • Support earned value reporting (CPI, SPI) and monthly project performance dashboards.

Reporting & Documentation

  • Prepare weekly / monthly project cost and schedule reports for internal and client review.
  • Maintain accurate project control files, logs, and documentation.
  • Participate in project status meetings and provide financial and contractual insights.

Risk & Change Management

  • Support change control processes, ensuring proper documentation, approvals, and adjustments to budgets/schedules.
  • Track project risks, opportunities, and mitigation actions.

Candidate Specification

  • BE/BTech or B. Com / M. Com Degree in Accounting/Finance. Any additional degree in Finance would be anadded advantage or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Relevant experiance in project controls with demonstrated experience in invoice processing, contract reviews, and contract amendments.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerBi and project controls systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
  • Familiarity with contract language, terms, and cost control principles.
  • Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to interpret and apply contract requirements in day-to-day project management.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills across teams and stakeholders.

Our Purpose

At Mott MacDonald, our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do; relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of our organisation. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate, rather take positive steps towards creating a diverse and inclusive working environment.

Flexible Working

At Mott MacDonald, we support our staff to create work-life balance which works for them and welcome candidates looking for career flexibility. We are open to discussing flexible working at interview stage.

We Can Offer

  • 90 calendar days’ paid maternity leave
  • Competitive annual leave
  • An annual professional institution subscription
  • Annual company performance bonus scheme – Subject to company performance.

Location(s):

Riyadh, SA

Contract Type:
Permanent

Work Pattern:
Full Time

Market: Buildings

Discipline:
Project controls

Job Ref:
10963

Recruiter Contact:
Salem Alnahdi

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