Project Control Manager Company: COLAS RAIL EGYPT BRANCH Location: Cairo Country: Egypt Type of Contract: Fixed term Publication Date: 29 Aug 2025 Opportunity Details **Location:** Cairo , Egypt **Project Name:** AQM (Abu Qir Metro) **About Colas Rail:** Colas Rail is a premier international construction and maintenance company for railway infrastructure, specializing in underground metro projects with a commitment to safety, quality, and innovation. **Position Overview:** The Project Control Manager Engineer for the Abu Qir Metro (AQM) will oversee all project control aspects for this underground construction initiative. The role requires a highly skilled professional in project management, cost control, scheduling, risk management, and reporting to ensure successful project delivery on time and within budget. **Key Responsibilities:** 1. **Project Planning and Scheduling:** - Develop and manage the project schedule using advanced techniques. - Collaborate with project teams to establish milestones and monitor progress, identifying and addressing delays promptly. 2. **Cost Control and Budget Management:** - Prepare and oversee the project budget, ensuring alignment with scope. - Conduct cost analyses to identify variances and implement corrective actions, overseeing invoicing processes. 3. **Risk Management:** - Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies, conducting assessments and establishing contingency plans. 4. **Reporting and Documentation:** - Create regular project control reports on schedule, cost, and risk status. - Maintain compliance with documentation standards and facilitate project meetings to communicate updates and solutions. 5. **Team Leadership and Collaboration:** - Lead and mentor project control staff, fostering accountability. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives, serving as the main point of contact for project controls. 6. **Continuous Improvement:** - Evaluate and enhance project control processes and tools, staying current with industry best practices. **Qualifications:** - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field; Master’s preferred. - Minimum of 10-15 years of project controls experience in construction, specifically with underground metro or railway projects. - Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and financial tools. - Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMBOK, PRINCE2). - Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. - Professional certifications (PMP, RICS) are desirable. **Working Conditions:** Site visits to construction locations may be required, including underground environments. Flexibility for extended hours or weekends may be necessary to meet project deadlines. **Application Process:** Candidates are invited to submit resumes and cover letters detailing their experience and qualifications through the apply now link. Colas Rail is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity. Please enable JavaScript Screen readers cannot read the following searchable map.Follow this link to reach our Job Search page to search for available jobs in a more accessible format. More opportunities in Projects