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Project Controls Engineer

Unlock employer Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Direct to Company 1 hour ago · 21 Oct 2026

Financial

  • Estimate: $47k - $78k/yr*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Office Only
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Senior
  • English: Fluent

Position

About the Role
We are constantly growing and are currently looking for an experienced Project Controls Engineer to join a top qualified and knowledgeable team of Engineers for the West to East Pipeline (WEP) Project in UAE. This is an opportunity to be a part of a dynamic EPC leader with a global presence, contributing to complex Engineering, Procurement, and Construction projects.

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What You Will Need to Do

  • Draft project-specific Project Controls Procedures as per contract requirements.
  • Participate in preparing project internal and external reports in the required format.
  • Initiate, coordinate, and maintain Project List(s) of Deliverables, including project procedures and plans, engineering, procurement, material submittals, and method statements.
  • Assemble procurement packages which include quantities take-off, contract specifications, technical requirements, and delivery schedules.
  • Initiate and maintain a Procurement Status Register.
  • Prepare and maintain a Subcontractors Register.
  • Assist in drafting subcontract agreements and negotiating subcontract prices.
  • Support subcontracts administration and related correspondences, measurements, payment certification, and final account closings.
  • Coordinate and maintain the Engineering Deliverables Status Register.
  • Create a List of Project Materials along with required quantities and maintain continuous project materials reconciliation.
  • Ensure that project records and diaries are maintained, including photos, daily activities, climate conditions, utilized & idle resources, productivity tracking, and significant events or verbal site instructions.
  • Monitor the Contract Scope of Work and any Variations.
  • Prepare and maintain Variations and Claims Registers.
  • Collect, maintain, and group contemporary records necessary for assessment and substantiation of Variations and Claims.
  • Prepare Variation and Claim submissions.
  • Collaborate with quantity surveyors to prepare and submit monthly payment requests.
  • Assist in preparing budget and current estimates, monitoring variances.
  • Participate in establishing project cost centers and allocating costs accordingly.

Qualifications

  • University degree in Engineering.
  • 5 years relevant experience in the construction industry at a similar level.
  • Experience in EPC Projects with ADNOC (or equivalent) is essential.
  • Capability to perform under stressful situations.
  • Knowledge of cost estimation, cost control, planning, risk management, and contractual matters.
  • Awareness of engineering, procurement, construction, pre-commissioning, and commissioning processes.
  • Fluency in the English language.
  • Knowledge of project management tools.
  • Understanding of basic financial concepts.

You Are Someone Who:

  • Communicates effectively and interfaces well with the project team.
  • Has an operational mindset and excellent organizational skills.
  • Is passionate about their field of expertise and determined to succeed.

What's In It for You
We offer an expat package along with the opportunity to be a member of smart and passionate teams within an internationally leading EPC Group on a meaningful mission. We undertake mega construction projects worldwide that significantly impact local communities for years to come. At our company, you will find a proud, productive, and human-centric culture that focuses on building our people and their development.

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