Head of Project Controls - MEAC

The Role The Head of Project Controls provides strategic leadership, governance, and functional management of the Project Controls function across the assigned Business Grouping. The role is responsible for establishing the functional strategy, ensuring compliance with corporate standards, developing organizational capability, driving continuous improvement, and enabling consistent project delivery excellence. Our Clients and Projects Designing the future. Transforming the world. 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 across the globe. We have experienced teams, a proven delivery model and a strong reputation. We are the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions that challenge the status-quo in the oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids and decarbonization and electrification markets. We pride ourselves in steady and predictable delivery, setting our sights on an exciting growth trajectory. Energy security, transition and supply have never been more important. You, our enabling teams, are at the very forefront of transformative projects that are providing sustainable power to generations to come. We are the ones to bring low-carbon concepts to reality. What we can offer Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business Competitive remuneration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance : The company provides Life Assurance cover End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit The Employee Share Plan : Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ services of our employees at 5 - year service milestones Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections : Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field Job Objective The Head of Project Controls provides strategic leadership, governance, and functional management of the Project Controls function across the assigned Business Grouping. The role is responsible for establishing the functional strategy, ensuring compliance with corporate standards, developing organizational capability, driving continuous improvement, and enabling consistent project delivery excellence.

Qualifications The successful candidate should possess: Minimum ISCED Level 6 (Bachelor's Degree) in a relevant Engineering discipline or equivalent professional experience.  ISCED Level 7 (Master's Degree) preferred.  Knowledge, Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Advanced expertise across all Project Controls disciplines, including:  Planning & Scheduling  Cost Control  Estimating   Change Control  Risk Analysis  Extensive industry experience in Project Controls leadership.  Strong experience managing multidisciplinary Project Controls teams.  Project Management Excellent understanding of Project Management principles and methodologies.  Comprehensive knowledge of Project Controls processes and best practices.  Experience supporting engineering and construction projects.  Systems & Technology Proficient in both manual and computerized Project Controls systems and business applications.  Experience implementing and optimizing Project Controls digital tools.  Leadership Proven ability to:  Drive organizational performance  Influence change  Lead transformation initiatives  Deliver business improvements  Personal Attributes The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Strategic Leadership Strategic mindset with the ability to translate long-term objectives into practical execution plans.  Collaboration Collaborative leadership style.  Culturally aware and inclusive.  Values diversity and fosters teamwork.  Communication & Influence Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.  Ability to influence, inspire, and drive behavioural change across all organizational levels.  Problem Solving Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.  Applies sound professional judgement to resolve complex issues.  Coaching & Development Skilled coach and mentor.  Provides constructive developmental feedback to build capability across the Project Controls function.  Values & Behaviours Demonstrates and promotes Wood's Vision, Values, and Behaviours through leadership and decision-making.

Provide strategic leadership, governance, and functional management of the Project Controls function across the assigned Business Grouping. Establish the functional strategy, ensure compliance with corporate standards, develop organizational capability, drive continuous improvement, and enable consistent project delivery excellence. Lead and shape the Project Controls agenda across engineering and construction projects, ensuring robust planning, cost control, risk management, and change control processes are in place to support reliable project delivery. Influence organizational performance, drive transformation initiatives, and deliver business improvements within Wood’s Oil, Gas & New Energies domain.