Planning & Control Manager (Saudi Arabia)

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia; Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Lusail, Qatar; Dammam, Saudi Arabia; Cairo, Egypt Eram Talent is seeking a skilled and experienced Planning & Control Manager to join our team in Saudi Arabia. The Planning & Control Manager works under C&C Business Operations and is responsible for providing an oversight into all C&C Projects and Initiatives in terms of financial governance, planning, monitoring and reporting. The main objectives are to: ·Establish and maintain C&C projects financial procedures, business processes, reporting and overall compliance and governance. Monitor and report on overall C&C program of projects and initiatives, in terms of budget, forecast, cash-flow, accrual accounting and financial management. Work with C&C stakeholders and Finance to align C&C strategic objectives and KAUST policies and procedures. Conduct various analysis on C&C projects cost, benchmarking and commercial performance. Responsibility Lead financial governance for all projects, establishing and maintaining policies, procedures, and controls aligned with best practices. Ensure compliance with project control requirements, including budget approvals, scope alignment, project charters, change management, and risk processes. Coordinate with Finance, Procurement, and stakeholders to manage and control all project-related financial activities. Develop and implement cost control strategies to meet project budgets, schedules, and overall program objectives. Conduct gap and performance analysis to improve productivity, optimize resource utilization, and identify areas of concern. Oversee project planning and budgeting from feasibility to completion, including resource planning and procurement strategies. Monitor and report project performance, tracking costs, payments, progress, and schedules, including variance and trend analysis. Manage cash flow and invoicing processes, including accruals, advance payments, and coordination with contracts and finance teams. Drive stakeholder collaboration and reporting, ensuring clear communication and alignment across project managers, finance, and leadership. Enhance project performance and governance through benchmarking, contractor performance evaluation, lessons learned systems, and management reporting. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (PMP certification is a plus). Minimum 10+ years of experience in project planning, cost control, and financial management. Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial governance. Proven experience in managing large-scale projects and coordinating with Finance, Procurement, and Project teams. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and SAP systems. Solid understanding of accounting principles, risk management, and compliance frameworks. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to present financial data effectively. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and ability to work under pressure while meeting deadlines.