PMIS, Risk, and Controls Specialist

Job title: PMIS, Risk, and Controls Specialist

Company: Hill International


Job description: Role OverviewThe 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 large-scale projects in the UAE.Key accountabilitiesManagerial 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 decision-making.
• Collaborate with project teams to embed risk mitigation strategies and enhance overall project resilience

Responsibilities * PMIS Management

• Lead the implementation and optimization of Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) to enhance project tracking, reporting, and performance monitoring.
• Ensure seamless integration of PMIS with project workflows, enabling real-time data collection and analysis.
• Develop customized dashboards and reports, providing insights on schedules, budgets, and risk factors.
• Train project teams to maximize PMIS utilization, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Risk Management
• Develop and implement a comprehensive risk management framework, incorporating 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 decision-making.
• Collaborate with project teams to embed risk mitigation strategies and enhance overall project resilience.
• Internal Controls & Compliance
• 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.
• Regulatory Compliance & Governance
• Ensure full compliance with UAE laws, industry regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Liaise with governmental bodies, legal teams, and regulatory agencies to maintain adherence.
• Stay ahead of policy changes and integrate them into project control frameworks.
• Stakeholder Collaboration & Reporting
• Work cross-functionally with finance, legal, and operations to embed risk management and control measures.
• Develop and present risk reports, project assessments, and compliance updates to senior management.
• Act as a trusted advisor, ensuring all project activities align with business objectives and risk policies.

Expected salary:

Location: Dubai

Job date: Sat, 26 Jul 2025 07:42:53 GMT

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