Title:Project Control ManagerBelong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets. Job Title:Project Control Manager KBR Abu Dhabi PMC Team is currently seeking experienced professionals for the position listed below in support of a major Offshore Project. The role will be based at either the Client's Office or the Contractor's Office in Abu Dhabi, UAE.Job PurposeThe Project Controls Manager is responsible for leading, developing, implementing, and managing all Project Controls activities for ADNOC Offshore projects, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, progress measurement, forecasting, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.The role provides strategic oversight and timely project performance information to support management decision-making, ensuring project objectives related to cost, schedule, quality, safety, and operational readiness are achieved.Key ResponsibilitiesProject Controls LeadershipLead and manage the Project Controls team comprising Planning Engineers, Cost Engineers, Risk Specialists, and Reporting Engineers.Develop and implement Project Controls procedures, systems, and reporting requirements.Ensure compliance with ADNOC project execution, governance, and reporting standards.Provide professional guidance and leadership to project teams on all Project Controls matters.Planning & SchedulingEstablish and maintain integrated project schedules covering Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Commissioning, and Start-up activities.Review and approve EPC Contractor baseline schedules and schedule updates.Monitor project milestones, critical paths, and schedule performance indicators.Conduct delay analysis and develop recovery plans where required.Ensure schedule risks are identified and properly managed.Cost Control & ForecastingEstablish project cost control systems and procedures.Monitor approved budgets, commitments, expenditures, and forecasts.Prepare periodic cost reports and management dashboards.Analyze variances and identify mitigation strategies.Ensure accurate forecasting of final project costs and cash flow requirements.Progress Measurement & Performance MonitoringDevelop and implement project progress measurement systems.Validate engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning progress.Measure project performance using established KPIs and Earned Value Management techniques.Monitor productivity trends and contractor performance.Ensure accurate and timely performance reporting.Risk ManagementLead project risk management activities.Facilitate project risk workshops and periodic reviews.Maintain project risk registers and mitigation plans.Conduct quantitative and qualitative risk assessments.Monitor risk exposure and report emerging project risks.Change ManagementAdminister the project change management process.Evaluate schedule and cost impacts of project changes.Review and monitor variation orders and change requests.Ensure changes are properly documented, approved, and communicated.Maintain change management records and reports.Reporting & Management InformationPrepare weekly and monthly project performance reports.Develop executive-level dashboards and KPI reports.Provide schedule, cost, risk, and progress analysis to Project Management.Present project performance updates to ADNOC Management and stakeholders.Ensure reporting accuracy and consistency across all project disciplines.Contractor Performance ManagementReview EPC Contractor planning, scheduling, and reporting deliverables.Monitor contractor compliance with contractual reporting obligations.Support evaluation of contractor claims and extension of time requests.Conduct project performance reviews and audits.Recommend corrective actions to improve project delivery.Stakeholder CoordinationInterface with ADNOC Offshore, PMC, EPC Contractors, Vendors, and other project stakeholders.Coordinate Project Controls activities across all project functions.Support management decision-making through reliable project data and analysis.Facilitate communication and alignment among project teams.Minimum QualificationsEducationBachelor's Degree inEngineering PreferredMaster's Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business Administration (MBA), or related discipline.Experience RequirementsEssentialMinimum 15- 20 years of experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Energy, or Major Capital Projects.Minimum 10 years in Project Controls leadership roles on large EPC/EPCI projects.Proven experience managing Project Controls functions for offshore oil and gas projects.Strong experience in planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, risk management, and project reporting.Experience working on projects exceeding USD 500 Million in value.PreferredADNOC Offshore project experience.Offshore Platforms and Facilities.Gas Processing and Compression Projects.Greenfield EPC/EPCI Developments.PMC Consultancy Experience.Middle East project execution experience.Technical CompetenciesProject ControlsPlanning & SchedulingCost EngineeringCost ControlProgress MeasurementEarned Value Management (EVM)Forecasting & Trend AnalysisRisk ManagementChange ManagementPerformance ReportingProject BenchmarkingProject Management SystemsPrimavera P6Primavera Risk AnalysisOracle Primavera UnifierEcoSysSAPPower BIMicrosoft ProjectAdvanced Microsoft ExcelCommercial & Contractual AwarenessEPC Contract AdministrationClaims Assessment SupportExtension of Time (EOT) EvaluationChange Order ManagementCommercial Risk AssessmentProfessional Certifications (Preferred)PMP (Project Management Professional)CCP (Certified Cost Professional)PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional)PMI-SP (Scheduling Professional)PMI-RMP (Risk Management Professional)AACE International CertificationsBehavioral CompetenciesLeadershipStrong leadership and team-building capabilities.Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic project environment.Analytical SkillsExcellent analytical, forecasting, and problem-solving skills.Ability to interpret complex project data and provide practical recommendations.CommunicationStrong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to prepare and present executive-level reports.Decision MakingStrong commercial awareness and business acumen.Ability to make informed decisions under pressure.Stakeholder ManagementExcellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.Ability to engage effectively with ADNOC, PMC, EPC Contractors, and senior management.Minimum 15 years of procurement experience in the Oil & Gas, EPC, or Energy sector.At least 5 years in a Procurement Lead or Senior Procurement role.Proven experience managing procurement activities for offshore oil and gas projects.Strong exposure to EPC, FEED, and brownfield modification projects.Experience with ADNOC Group projects or major international operators is highly preferred.Experience managing procurement packages exceeding USD 50–100 million is advantageous.Technical CompetenciesProcurement & ContractsStrategic sourcingTendering and bid managementContract negotiationProcurement planningCommercial evaluationSupplier relationship managementProcurement governanceOffshore Project ProcurementRotating equipment procurementStatic equipment procurementElectrical and instrumentation packagesStructural and piping materialsLong-lead item managementEPC project procurementOffshore construction support procurementSupply Chain ManagementExpediting and vendor managementLogistics coordinationInventory managementCost optimizationSupply chain risk managementMarket intelligence and supplier benchmarkingSystems & SoftwareSAP ERP (MM Module)SAP AribaOracle ERPPower BIMS Excel (Advanced)AconexProcurement and Contract Management SystemsKnowledge of Standards & RequirementsADNOC Procurement ProceduresADNOC ICV Program RequirementsUAE Commercial and Contract RegulationsFIDIC Principles (preferred)International Procurement and Supply Chain PracticesISO 9001 Quality Management RequirementsBehavioral CompetenciesStrong commercial and negotiation skills.Excellent leadership and stakeholder management abilities.Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.Effective communication and presentation skills.Ability to manage multiple procurement packages simultaneously.Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.Commitment to ethical procurement practices and compliance.