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Project Control Manager

AECOM


Job Location:

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 28 September 2026 (3 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 26 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Planning & Scheduling

  • Develop and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for the rail project.
  • Monitor project progress against approved baselines and milestones.
  • Analyze schedule performance and identify delays critical path activities and recovery plans.
  • Coordinate with engineering procurement construction systems and commissioning teams to ensure schedule integration.
  • Conduct schedule risk analysis and forecast project completion dates.

Cost Management

  • Establish project cost control systems and procedures.
  • Monitor project budgets commitments expenditures and forecasts.
  • Prepare Cost Performance Reports and Earned Value Analysis (EVM).
  • Identify cost variances and recommend corrective actions.
  • Manage project cash flow forecasts and financial reporting.

Progress Measurement & Reporting

  • Develop project KPI dashboards and performance metrics.
  • Produce weekly and monthly progress reports for management and client review.
  • Present project status trends and forecasts to senior stakeholders.
  • Ensure accurate progress measurement across all project workstreams.

Risk & Change Management

  • Maintain project risk registers and mitigation plans.
  • Support quantitative and qualitative risk assessments.
  • Lead the project change management process.
  • Evaluate schedule and cost impacts of change requests and variations.
  • Track claims variations and contractual implications.

Contract & Commercial Support

  • Support commercial teams in evaluating claims and change orders.
  • Review contractor schedules progress reports and recovery plans.
  • Assist in dispute resolution related to schedule and cost matters.
  • Coordinate with contract management teams to ensure compliance.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

  • Lead and mentor Project Controls Engineers Planners Cost Engineers and Reporting Specialists.
  • Interface with client representatives consultants contractors and project teams.
  • Establish project control standards procedures and reporting frameworks.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across project controls functions.

Qualifications :

Education

  • Bachelors Degree in Engineering Construction Management Project Management or related discipline.
  • Masters Degree is preferred.

Certifications (Preferred)

  • PMP (Project Management Professional)
  • PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional)
  • AACE Certified Cost Professional (CCP)
  • PRINCE2 or equivalent project management certification
  • Minimum 18 years of project controls experience.
  • At least 10 years in a leadership role on large-scale rail metro high-speed rail railway infrastructure or transportation projects.

Additional Information :

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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