Our People & Places Solutions business \xe2\x80\x93 reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do \xe2\x80\x93 the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology \xe2\x80\x93 we\'re integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed \xe2\x80\x93 today and into tomorrow.
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Our People & Places Solutions business \xe2\x80\x93 reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do \xe2\x80\x93 the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology \xe2\x80\x93 we\'re integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed \xe2\x80\x93 today and into tomorrow.

What if we showed you how we\'re solving the world\xe2\x80\x99s greatest challenges by transforming intangible ideas into intelligent solutions for a more connected, sustainable world?

Robust infrastructure establishes the backbone of productive, economically strong communities as assets essential to commerce, trade, public safety and quality of life.

Due to our continued growth in the region Jacobs are hiring a Project Control Manager to be based in the Dubai Office. You will lead a team of project controls staff to deliver project controls functions for portfolio of projects for the assigned sector.

We need our engineers to be versatile, enthusiastic to work in highly flexible, team-oriented environments and who have exceptional communication, analytical and leadership skills. The incumbent will need to have the following range of skills; People Management, Planning/Scheduling, Progress Assessment and Earned Value Analysis, WBS and CBS development, Estimating, Cost Management, Cost Forecasting, Risk Management and Report Development. Your additional responsibilities will include:

• Responsible for well-being of Assistant Project Controls (APCs) with respect to safety, work life balance and career growth.
• Monitor PC workload in light of backlog and pipeline and provide recommendations for hiring.
• Good analytical skills with ability to analyze schedule and financial risk on projects and programs
• Oversee implementation of project controls systems and procedures across the portfolio
• Oversee the process of new projects\' setup through Jacobs system and ensures proper takeover from sales team
• Assign resources to support bid pricing and bid schedule (if required)
• Assign appropriate PC resources to the new projects / assignments
• Review WBS and CBS of new projects to make sure these are consistent with the Billings Schedule and EV reporting requirements
• Review and approves project and variation set-up documents through Jacobs\xe2\x80\x99 internal financial system
• Review projects\xe2\x80\x99 schedules to make sure if this is aligned to Contract requirements
• Review all EACs (including updates to the revenue budget) and make sure these are accurate and represent reality.
• Review Earned Value progress reports for accuracy
• Monitor billings, accounts receivable and unbilled on the portfolio and escalate problem areas
• Attend management reviews, project and portfolio risk reviews and prepares related reports to be presented as required
• Maintain portfolio level Risk Register and have it updated regularly
• Monitor portfolio compliance activities (monthly project reviews and EACs) and highlights any delays with reasons
• Ensure that all projects within the portfolio are being close-out appropriately as per Project Close-out Check list
• Prepare internal and client weekly and monthly project status reports
• Review of EPC contractor schedules and programs as and when required

Here\xe2\x80\x99s What You\xe2\x80\x99ll Need:

As a suitable candidate you will be degree qualified, having 10-15 years of experience with exposure to both schedule and cost management best practice and associated software. You will be coming with recent experience of Project Controls within a major project/program.

At Jacobs, we help prepare people for new opportunities and challenges in their careers. With positions at every level, openings in multiple disciplines, expertise in a range of markets and offices around the globe, we create an environment where you can learn, grow, and thrive.

If you share our commitment to doing what\'s best for clients, enjoy working in teams and hold yourself to the highest ethical standards, you\'ll fit right in.

Jacobs. A world where you can.

From our inclusive employee networks, to our positive mental health champions \xe2\x80\x93 we\xe2\x80\x99re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally \xe2\x80\x93 and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share!

By supporting one another, we all succeed. With safety, accessibility and flexibility always top of mind, we\xe2\x80\x99ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You\xe2\x80\x99ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too \xe2\x80\x93 from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you\xe2\x80\x99ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals \xe2\x80\x93 all at a single global company.

\xe2\x80\x98We live Inclusion\xe2\x80\x99 is a key value at Jacobs, we are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply. First Nations community members are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note: If you are being represented by a recruitment agency you will not be considered, to be considered you will need to apply directly to Jacobs.

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