Associate Director Project Controls Rail Project

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to lead and oversee all project controls functions for a major rail infrastructure project. This role will be responsible for ensuring robust planning scheduling cost control risk management and performance reporting across the full project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will bring extensive experience in the management of design and or construction phases of large scale rail projects with a strong preference for High Speed Rail project exposure.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of project controls frameworks processes and systems across the project
Oversee planning and scheduling activities ensuring alignment with project milestones and delivery objectives
Manage cost control budgeting forecasting and financial reporting
Establish and monitor project KPIs dashboards and performance metrics
Lead risk management activities including risk identification analysis mitigation and reporting
Ensure effective change management and claims support in coordination with commercial teams
Provide strategic oversight on progress measurement and reporting to senior stakeholders
Coordinate with engineering construction and commercial teams to ensure integrated project delivery
Ensure compliance with client regulatory and governance requirements
Lead and mentor the project controls team

Minimum Requirements

Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in project controls
Proven experience in a Project Controls Manager or equivalent role on at least one project of similar size and complexity
Demonstrated experience of minimum 5 years in railway projects with High Speed Rail (HSR) projects being highly preferred
Strong expertise in planning cost management risk management and reporting
Proficiency in industry standard tools such as Primavera P6 cost management systems and reporting platforms
Experience in the Middle East particularly the UAE is highly advantageous

Key Competencies

Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
Strategic thinking with strong analytical capability
Excellent communication and reporting skills
Ability to operate in a complex multi stakeholder environment
High attention to detail with a proactive approach to problem solving

Qualifications :

University degree in Engineering or a related discipline. A Masters degree is preferred
Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional accreditation is highly desirable