About this role
Job Summary
The Senior Lead Auditor – Industrial Construction leads risk-based audits across construction and related functions, assessing governance, risks, controls, compliance, and project performance while recommending improvements to strengthen accountability, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Job Responsibilities 1
Key Responsibilities
Audit Execution
- Lead risk-based audits.
- Review controls and compliance.
- Conduct testing and reporting.
Project & Construction Audits
- Audit contracts, procurement, and project controls.
- Review cost, schedule, quality, and claims.
- Identify project risks and control gaps.
Risk & Compliance
- Assess operational and compliance risks.
- Review policy and regulatory adherence.
- Monitor corrective actions.
Reporting & Stakeholder Management
- Prepare audit reports.
- Present findings to management.
- Escalate significant risks.
Leadership & Quality
- Lead and coach auditors.
- Ensure quality and timely delivery.
- Improve audit processes and tools.
4. Decision-Making Authority
- Recommend audit scope and ratings.
- Escalate critical risks and fraud concerns.
- Allocate audit tasks and priorities.
5. Key Interfaces
Internal
- Construction, Engineering, Project Controls, Commercial, Procurement, Finance, Legal, HR.
External
- Auditors, Consultants, Contractors, Vendors, Authorities.
6. Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Engineering/Construction or related field.
- CIA, PMP, RICS preferred.
- CIS market experience required.
- 8-10+ years in construction/project auditing.
- ERP and project systems knowledge (SAP, Oracle, Primavera).
7. Knowledge & Skills
- Construction, contracts, procurement, and project controls.
- Risk-based auditing and compliance.
- Fluent Russian & English.
- Strong analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
- Leadership and stakeholder management.
- MS Office proficiency; data analytics preferred.
Job Responsibilities 2
8. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timely completion of audit assignments.
- Quality of audit reports and documentation.
- Identification and resolution of key risks.
- Closure of audit actions within deadlines.
- Effectiveness of audit recommendations.
- Stakeholder satisfaction.
- Audit team performance and quality.
- Compliance with audit standards and ethics.
9. Working Conditions
- Office-based with regular site visits.
- Occasional extended hours during audits.
- Access to confidential business information.
- Compliance with site safety requirements.
10. Additional Notes
- JD outlines key responsibilities only.
- Additional duties may be assigned by management in line with the role and company policies.
Additional Responsibilities 3
Job Knowledge & Skills
Strong background in internal audit procedures, analyzing internal control gaps and preparing reports
Experience in executing assignments and in handling multiple tasks and deadlines
International Professional Practice Framework of Internal Auditing
International Financial Reporting Standards
Knowledge, implementation, and accurate execution of audit methodology.
ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.
Job Experience
Minimum 8 year(s) working experience, 5 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus
Competencies
Resilience
AI Fluency
Quality
Leadership
Business Understanding & process analysis L3
Governance, IA and control tools and techniques L3
Data Analysis L3
Risk analysis & control assessment techniques L3
Financial Analysis tools and techniques L3
Build High-Performing Teams
Agility
Provide Direction
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Accounts and Finance
Profesional degree in Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
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