VP, Group Project Services — Strategy, Controls & Growth

Management & Operations
United Arab Emirates
April 13, 2026
Full Time

Job Overview

Job Description

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Our client is a leading diversified energy group, operating across the entire energy value chain to responsibly meet global energy demand.

Key ResponsibilitiesProject Services Leadership

  • Lead the Group’s overall Project Services program and track alignment with strategic targets.
  • Develop and approve Project Services standards, procedures, systems, and reporting frameworks.
  • Build and enhance capability across estimating, planning, cost control, and related project services disciplines.
  • Conduct and oversee assurance reviews (CESAR, IPRs, PIRs) and recommend improvements to maximize value.

Project Controls

  • Support Project Managers with schedule, cost, risk, and performance management using Group methodologies.
  • Monitor progress, highlight deviations, and ensure timely mitigation actions.
  • Lead risk management, oversee change management (MoC), and deliver periodic reports and dashboards.

Investment & Valuation Support

  • Support financial evaluations, including cash flow analysis, IRR/NPV assessments, and scenario modelling.
  • Assess investment risks and advise on assumptions, discount rates, and value impacts on the portfolio.

Operational Planning & Performance

  • Develop long- and short-term operational plans and ensure they align with functional objectives.
  • Contribute to KPIs, performance monitoring, and promotion of a performance-driven culture.

People, Organization & Capability Development

  • Lead competency development, career planning, succession planning, and Emiratization initiatives.
  • Recommend and optimize organizational structure and ensure capability readiness.

Governance, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

  • Develop and implement policies, systems, and internal controls.
  • Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and best practices.
  • Ensure adherence to corporate ethics, risk management frameworks, and HSE requirements.

Budgeting & Reporting

  • Develop the Division’s budget and ensure cost control and variance monitoring.
  • Produce accurate MIS and management reports to support informed decision-making.

A successful VP – Group Projects Services should have:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; advanced degree in Project Management or Engineering preferred.
Experience: 18+ years in Oil & Gas projects, including 6+ years in managerial roles.
Certifications: PMP or equivalent project management certification.

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2026-03-28 08:08:51

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