PMIS Risk and Controls Specialist

Role Overview

The PMIS Risk and Controls Specialist plays a pivotal role in optimizing project management systems mitigating risks and strengthening internal controls to enhance project efficiency and compliance. This role requires deep expertise in PMIS software risk assessment and regulatory compliance to support largescale projects in the UAE.

Key accountabilities

Managerial Responsibilities

• Establish and enforce internal controls to ensure project integrity regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.
• Conduct regular audits and process reviews identifying and addressing gaps or inefficiencies in financial and operational controls.
• Implement corrective actions to strengthen compliance with policies and industry standards.
• Support regulatory and internal audits ensuring all findings are promptly resolved.
• Monitor project financials and performance ensuring adherence to established controls and continuous improvement.

Functional Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework including risk registers impact assessments and mitigation plans.
• Continuously monitor and analyze emerging risks providing proactive recommendations to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and industry best practices regularly updating risk policies and procedures.
• Track and report risk trends offering timely insights to key stakeholders for informed decisionmaking.
• Collaborate with project teams to embed risk mitigation strategies and enhance overall project resilience.Job requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Project Management Risk Management Engineering or a related field.
• Professional certification preferred (ISO 31000 PMIRMP PMP PRINCE2.
• 7 years of experience in project management risk management or internal controls preferably in the UAE/GCC.
• Expertise in PMIS tools (e.g. Primavera MS Project Procore).
  Strong understanding of risk management frameworks compliance regulations and control measures.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and drive informed decisionmaking.
• Fluency in English(Arabic proficiency is a plus).

Licenses and Certifications

Preferred:

• Project Management Certifications: PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2.

• Risk Management Certifications: PMIRMP (Risk Management Professional) or ISO 31000 Certification.

• Internal Controls & Compliance: CRMA (Certification in Risk Management Assurance) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor).

• PMIS Tools Proficiency: Certification in Primavera P6 Microsoft Project or other relevant PM software

Key Responsibilities

1. PMIS Management
2. Lead the implementation and optimization of Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) to enhance project tracking reporting and performance monitoring.
3. Ensure seamless integration of PMIS with project workflows enabling realtime data collection and analysis.
4. Develop customized dashboards and reports providing insights on schedules budgets and risk factors.
5. Train project teams to maximize PMIS utilization ensuring efficiency and compliance.
6. Risk Management
7. Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework incorporating risk registers impact assessments and mitigation plans.
8. Continuously monitor and analyze emerging risks providing proactive recommendations to senior leadership.
9. Ensure compliance with UAE regulations and industry best practices regularly updating risk policies and procedures.
10. Track and report risk trends offering timely insights to key stakeholders for informed decisionmaking.
11. Collaborate with project teams to embed risk mitigation strategies and enhance overall project resilience.
12. Internal Controls & Compliance
13. Establish and enforce internal controls to ensure project integrity regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.
14. Conduct regular audits and process reviews identifying and addressing gaps or inefficiencies in financial and operational controls.
15. Implement corrective actions to strengthen compliance with policies and industry standards.
16. Support regulatory and internal audits ensuring all findings are promptly resolved.
17. Monitor project financials and performance ensuring adherence to established controls and continuous improvement.
18. Regulatory Compliance & Governance
19. Ensure full compliance with UAE laws industry regulations and corporate governance standards.
20. Liaise with governmental bodies legal teams and regulatory agencies to maintain adherence.
21. Stay ahead of policy changes and integrate them into project control frameworks.
22. Stakeholder Collaboration & Reporting
23. Work crossfunctionally with finance legal and operations to embed risk management and control measures.
24. Develop and present risk reports project assessments and compliance updates to senior management.
25. Act as a trusted advisor ensuring all project activities align with business objectives and risk policies.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

• Deep knowledge of UAEspecific project regulations and governance frameworks.
• Proven ability to optimize internal controls and enhance risk management policies.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a track record of influencing key decisions.
• Passion for process improvement and digital transformation in project