PMC Lead Planning and Cost Control Engineer
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About the Role
Wood is seeking a Lead Planning and Cost Control Engineer for ADNOC offshore projects in Abu Dhabi. The role involves managing project schedules, budgets, cost forecasting, and progress measurement using Primavera P6 and SAP.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and manage integrated project schedules (L1–L4) using Primavera P6
- Establish and maintain project baselines, WBS, and coding structures
- Monitor schedule performance, identify delays, and implement recovery plans
- Prepare, control, and monitor project budgets and cost forecasts
- Track actual vs. planned costs and analyze variances
- Develop cash flow projections and cost reports
- Implement progress measurement systems across all project phases
- Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports, dashboards, and KPIs
- Review contractor schedules, reports, and cost submissions
- Lead and mentor planning and cost control team members
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or equivalent discipline)
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in oil and gas industry
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent technical team and interpersonal skills
- Experience and detailed knowledge of relevant international codes and standards
- Knowledge of engineering computer programs and general business software
- Ability to make independent decisions in planning, organizing and coordinating to develop solutions to complex problems
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Job Description
- Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies.
What We Can Offer
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients.
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
- Competitive renumeration package.
- Medical Insurance.
- Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance.
- End of Service Gratuity.
- Employee Share Plan.
- Long Service Award.
- Commitment to continued professional development.
- Global connections.
- Energy Transition Academy.
Responsibilities
- Develop and manage integrated project schedules (L1–L4) using Primavera P6.
- Establish and maintain project baselines, WBS, and coding structures.
- Monitor schedule performance, identify delays, and implement recovery plans.
- Conduct schedule risk analysis and propose mitigation strategies.
- Prepare, control, and monitor project budgets and cost forecasts.
- Track actual vs. planned costs and analyze variances.
- Develop cash flow projections and cost reports.
- Maintain cost control systems in line with ADNOC requirements.
- Implement progress measurement systems across all project phases.
- Validate contractor progress and ensure accurate reporting.
- Prepare weekly/monthly progress reports, dashboards, and KPIs.
- Highlight deviations, risks, and critical issues to management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or equivalent discipline).
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in oil and gas industry.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent technical team and interpersonal skills.
- Experience and detailed knowledge of relevant international codes and standards.
- Knowledge of engineering computer programs and general business software.
- Ability to make independent decisions in planning, organizing and coordinating to develop solutions to complex problems.
About Us
- Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors with 33,000 people in around 50 countries.
Diversity Statement
- We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce.
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