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Principal Project Controls Specialist

McDermott International, LtdDubai, United Arab EmiratesPosted 20 May 2026

McDermott International is seeking a Principal Project Controls Specialist to manage complex project controls for large-scale EPC energy projects. The role involves leading WBS development, refining project forecasts, and applying advanced methodologies like EVM and risk analysis. The candidate will mentor regional teams and represent the function in executive reviews. This position requires deep expertise in cost control, scheduling, and stakeholder management within the industrial sector.

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Experience

10+ years

Function

Operations

Work mode

Onsite, United Arab Emirates

Company

Tier 2

What you will work on

McDermott International is seeking a Principal Project Controls Specialist to manage complex project controls for large-scale EPC energy projects. The role involves leading WBS development, refining project forecasts, and applying advanced methodologies like EVM and risk analysis. The candidate will mentor regional teams and represent the function in executive reviews. This position requires deep expertise in cost control, scheduling, and stakeholder management within the industrial sector.

TAL's take

Quality 75/1005/5 clarityTier 2 company

Senior-level specialist role at a major global EPC firm with clear, high-impact responsibilities in complex project management.

The JD is extremely crisp, well-structured, and details specific project controls methodologies and expectations for a principal-level role.

Must haves

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or Construction Management
  • Minimum 10 years experience in project controls
  • Experience supporting large-scale, complex EPC projects
  • Expertise in cost control, progress measurement, and scheduling
  • Proficiency in Earned Value Management (EVM) and risk analysis

Tools and skills

earned value management (evm)critical path analysisrisk modelingcost controlschedulingproject forecastingwork breakdown structures (wbs)

Nice to have: pmp certification.

About the company

Established global engineering and construction firm in the energy sector with a significant operational footprint.