Lead Project Controls Engineer

Lead Project Controls Engineer - EPC HV Substation Projects (Saudi Arabia)
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Our client is a global engineering, manufacturing, and construction firm delivering large-scale EPC infrastructure in the power generation and electricity transmission sectors. We are looking for a Lead Project Controls Engineer to manage schedule and cost performance across high-value high-voltage (HV) substation projects in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will be a specialist in project controls, with deep experience in planning and forecasting using Primavera P6.

Key Responsibilities:
Planning & Scheduling:

• Build, maintain, and optimise integrated project schedules using Primavera P6 across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Ensure schedule alignment across all stakeholders, including internal teams and subcontractors.
• Identify schedule risks, forecast critical paths, and perform "what-if" analysis.
• Establish and maintain schedule logic and interdependencies to reflect actual site and delivery progress.
• Facilitate planning reviews and maintain a consistent reporting rhythm with project leadership.

Cost Control & Analysis:

• Monitor and control project budgets, actuals, and forecasts using standard tools and WBS structures.
• Track cost variances, productivity trends, and cash flow performance.
• Support the Project Manager with cost risk and opportunity analysis, revenue recognition forecasts, and budget alignment.
• Lead the budget deviation process and produce clear cost performance reports for senior stakeholders.
• Participate in change order and claim analysis related to both cost and schedule impact.

Interface Management & Reporting:

• Act as the project controls focal point between engineering, finance, construction, and client teams.
• Produce high-quality dashboards and progress reports for project reviews.
• Drive accountability across functions for milestone tracking and cost ownership.
• Coordinate with 3rd parties and subcontractors for schedule and cost alignment.

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering, with training or experience in finance or cost control
• Minimum 5 years' experience in project controls on large EPC projects
• Proven track record in Primavera P6 scheduling for complex infrastructure or energy programmes
• Strong cost forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting experience
• Experience with forensic planning and schedule impact assessments is desirable
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus
• KSA nationals are strongly encouraged to apply

If you're ready to take a leadership role in driving the schedule and financial health of strategic power infrastructure projects, apply now and contact the team at Turner Lovell to learn more.