Project Controls Director

Job Description

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Project Controls Director , in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates .

About AtkinsRéalis

Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at or follow us on LinkedIn .

Learn more about our rail presence in the Middle East

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Project Controls Director to lead the consultant-side project controls function for the UAE High-Speed Rail (HSR) Intercity Project - Phase 1. This role oversees Planning, Risk Management, Document Control, Reporting, and Interface Coordination, ensuring compliance with the Contract and alignment with UAE Rail's programme governance.

In addition to departmental leadership, the Project Controls Director serves as the primary contact for Project / Programme Intelligence , responsible for preparing executive-level presentations and strategic reporting in collaboration with UAE Rail . The role also includes working closely with the Commercial Department to support the preparation and substantiation of Extension of Time (EOT) claims , ensuring alignment with programme data and contractual obligations.

Key Requirements and Accountabilities

Sector Experience

• Proven experience in project controls leadership on large-scale rail infrastructure programmes, preferably high-speed rail (HSR) above 250 km / h.
• Familiarity with, FIDIC contracts, and UAE Rail standards, preferably UAE infrastructure delivery frameworks.

Departmental Oversight

Project / Programme Intelligence & Executive Reporting

Extension of Time (EOT) Support

Programme Controls & Reporting

Risk Management Oversight

Document Control & Compliance

Interface Management

Governance & Stakeholder Engagement

Team Leadership & Development

Qualifications

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by :

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.