Keo International Consultants
A global full‑service consultancy delivering planning, design, engineering & project management services.
10 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Doha, Qatar
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,130 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
schedule management
baseline oversight
performance monitoring
resource planning
kpi reporting
risk assessment
The Director – Project Controls, based in Doha, will establish, manage and continuously improve KEO’s project controls framework across GCC‑based consultancy projects. The role ensures effective planning, scheduling, resourcing, progress monitoring, reporting and document control, while providing strategic oversight and governance to keep projects on schedule and aligned with contractual and client requirements.
- Establish and maintain corporate standards, procedures, and best practices for project planning and scheduling.
- Provide strategic oversight of baseline schedules to ensure alignment with contracts, scopes, and milestones.
- Review, validate, and approve project schedules, recovery plans, and revised programs.
- Integrate schedules across disciplines, phases, and stakeholders.
- Monitor schedule performance, identify critical‑path risks, and drive mitigation strategies.
- Oversee performance measurement systems, including earned value management and KPI reporting.
- Prepare executive dashboards, monthly reports, and schedule risk assessments accurately and on time.
- Analyze trends, variances, and forecast impacts on timelines; advise leadership on corrective actions.
- Supply senior management with data‑driven insights for strategic planning and decision‑making.
- Lead resource planning and forecasting across all GCC projects.
- Optimize personnel allocation based on project requirements, skills, availability, and workload.
- Collaborate with HR, Operations, and Project Directors to address resource gaps and recruitment forecasting.
- Monitor utilization rates and proactively manage capacity planning to support business objectives.
- Support succession planning and development of project controls talent within the organization.
Requirements
15+ years
bachelor's
engineering
chartered
integrity
safety
Candidates should have at least 15 years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related discipline; chartered status or professional membership is advantageous. KEO’s culture is built on integrity, results, innovation, safety and diversity, and all expressions of interest are treated confidentially.
Benefits
Joining KEO means entering a supportive environment that promotes professional development through global mobility, career pathways and health‑and‑well‑being programs such as on‑demand counselling and workplace clinics. Employees enjoy community events like sports days, fun‑runs, in‑house teams and beach clean‑ups, as well as hybrid working, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance, and employee referral rewards.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
Founded in 1964
Year Established
The company was born in Kuwait in 1964.
$250M-$380M Annually
Annual Revenues
The company achieves steady growth with annual revenues estimated between $250 million and $380 million.
#225 Globally
Global Ranking
Recognized as a top international design and management firm, it frequently ranks in the global Top-225 lists by ENR and BD.
14 Offices Worldwide
Global Presence
The company has expanded to operate across 14 offices, showcasing its extensive reach.
- This design and engineering firm focuses on bold urban transformation across the Middle East and beyond.
- It evolved from its roots as Kuwait Engineering Office and rebranded into an end-to-end AEP/PMCM powerhouse.
- The company's work includes master plans, skyscraper architecture, infrastructure, highways, water systems, and solid-waste solutions.
- It operates internal allied practices, such as landscape, cost consultancy, and facility management, for seamless delivery.
- Major projects encompass transport networks, large-scale urban districts, landmark towers, resorts, and smart-city infrastructure.
- Its Infrastructure arm focuses on water, environment, transport, and power, while its PM-CM side manages cost, contracts, and construction supervision.
- The company recently launched a regional facility-management consultancy and opened a new design hub in Amman within six months.
- Headquartered in Kuwait with a major base in Dubai, it combines local legacy with global reach, including the acquisition of European specialist Meehan Green.
Culture + Values
- We place our people at the heart of everything we do, providing a supportive and collaborative environment.
- We uphold integrity, transparency, and accountability in every aspect of our business.
- We encourage innovation and strive for excellence in our work.
- We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- We maintain a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability in all our projects.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Target Year
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by the year.
- Dedicated to sustainable design and practices across all projects.
- Supports transitioning to a low-carbon future and adopts sustainable technologies.
- Integrates environmental sustainability into core business strategies and project delivery.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Actively promotes gender equality and equal opportunity in the workplace.
- Focuses on creating an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are encouraged.
- Strives to increase female representation in leadership roles.