Projects Control Manager (Schedule Engineering)

WSP Al Bateen, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Professional Services · 10,001+ employees

Oct 12

Principal (10+ yrs) Full-time United Arab Emirates

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About the role

The Projects Control Manager will lead the development and maintenance of integrated project schedules for the Abu Dhabi Ports portfolio. They are responsible for monitoring progress, identifying risks, and providing performance forecasts to ensure successful project delivery.

What they look for

Primavera P6 MS Project Earned Value Management Project Scheduling Project Controls Schedule Analysis Risk Management Variance Analysis Critical Path Method Stakeholder Management Change Management Reporting Infrastructure Projects Maritime Projects Construction Management Data Analysis

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management and possess at least 8 years of experience in project scheduling. Proficiency in Primavera P6 and MS Project is required, along with the ability to work in the United Arab Emirates.

Full description

The Projects Control Manager (Schedule Engineering) will oversee the development and maintenance of integrated project schedules for WSP Middle East Limited's Abu Dhabi Ports portfolio. You will evaluate progress, forecast performance, identify risks and delays, and implement corrective actions. The role requires close coordination with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle to provide schedule analysis, reporting, and overall project controls leadership.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and update integrated master schedules for all Abu Dhabi Ports projects.
Monitor daily progress against schedule baselines and produce variance analysis.
Identify schedule risks, delays, and critical path impacts, recommending mitigation measures.
Prepare and present schedule forecasts, performance reports, and earned value analyses to senior management and clients.
Coordinate schedule inputs and updates with multidisciplinary project teams, contractors, and client representatives.
Conduct schedule audits and ensure compliance with WSP and client scheduling standards.
Facilitate schedule workshops and training sessions for project staff.
Support change management processes by assessing schedule impacts of scope modifications.
Implement and maintain schedule control tools and software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
Drive continuous improvement in project controls processes and reporting mechanisms.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; PMP or PMI-SP certification preferred.
Minimum 8 years of experience in project scheduling and controls for large infrastructure or maritime projects.
Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 and MS Project; experience with Earned Value Management.
Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret complex schedule data and produce clear reports.
Proven track record of managing integrated schedules across multi‑disciplinary teams.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, both written and verbal.
Knowledge of Abu Dhabi Ports standards and regional construction practices is an advantage.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines while maintaining high quality.
Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a plus.
Residency eligibility to work in the United Arab Emirates.