Project Controls Lead

Doha, Qatar

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reference
Job reference 1272648
location
Location Doha, Qatar
sector
Sector Energy - Oil & Gas
function
Function Budget / Cost Control
type
Employment type Contract
date
Date published May 4, 2026

Airswift are a Global Manpower Provider specialising in the Energy, Infrastructure & IT sectors. Present in more than 70 countries around the world, our reach, and capabilities in the markets we service is unparalleled in the industry.

We are working with a Major Oil & Gas operator to source a Project Controls Lead. This is a long-term contract role. Please see details below. 

Title: Project Controls Lead 

Start Date: ASAP (typically within 1 month notice)

Location: Onshore (Doha HQ/Qatar Site)

Working Schedule: 6 days per week / 8-10 hours per day or as per project requirement

--Experience Required—

Key Job Accountabilities

•    Execute project control functions including scheduling, cost control, change management, progress monitoring, risk and issue tracking, in alignment with processes, procedures and project requirements.

•    Maintain effective communication with client project teams to resolve planning and control issues applying initiative and flexibility to ensure alignment across disciplines and enhance project execution effectiveness.

•    Coordinate with internal teams and contractors to consolidate and analyze project cost and schedule data, control metrics, trends, and progress measurements. Ensure overall project status is assessed, and potential risk or deviations are identified. Produce cost estimates as requested by senior management.

•    Lead schedule planning and delivery using integrated planning tools and multi-range scheduling software. Ensure schedule accuracy and cost data collection and updates.

•    Support change order requests and issues and risk management processes across the MP by assessing contractor proposals and ensuring alignment with project governance and procedures.

•    Monitor contractor performance and progress in project controls, scheduling, reporting, progress monitoring, and cost estimating. Identify and address discrepancies and coordinate clarifications and ensure timely corrective actions are taken by the contractors.

•    Ensure approved project changes are integrated into schedules and cost baselines, coordinating with planning and cost systems and teams to reflect the impact on reporting, stewardship and suitability for the project.

•    Establish and maintain integrated project control system that are fit for purpose and aligned with project scope, complexity and execution strategy.

--Minimum Requirements--

Qualifications

•    Bachelors Degree in Sciences or Engineering. 

Knowledge and Key Skills

•    8 years experience in multiple project functions and assignments, e.g., project management, engineering, construction, procurement, etc. in the Oil & Gas Industry including 1 year experience in a supervisory role, including acting roles, or oversight of contractor/sub-contractors/service/vendor personnel. 

If you would like to be considered for the position, please apply direct to this advertisement with your CV with contact details.

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