Jovita Stander
Director of Project Controls
Knight Frank
Saudi Arabia
About
Jovita Stander is a seasoned Project Controls Director with over 16 years of experience leading international transformation and improvement projects across a range of sectors including Urban Landscaping & Afforestation, Transportation & Rail Infrastructure, Power Generation & Transmission, Oil & Gas, Export Terminals, and Mining.
She is currently the Project Controls Director and a core team member, reporting into the Partner | Head of Project & Development Services, at Knight Frank, Saudi Arabia.
In her previous role she held the position of PMO Project Controls Director, overseeing a team of 24 professionals on the $11 billion Green Riyadh Program, one of the world’s most ambitious urban afforestation projects. This initiative aims to plant 7.5 million trees in Saudi Arabia’s capital, contributing to the Saudi Vision 2030 goal of elevating Riyadh among the world’s most livable cities.
Jovita’s leadership at WSP USA and WSP Africa solidified her reputation as a problem-solver and strategic thinker. As Vice President of Project Controls, she successfully recovered $15 million in outstanding client fees, implemented best-in-class processes, and led the Project Controls effort in the delivery of major infrastructure projects including a $4 billion design-build transportation infrastructure program and a $60 million mining water treatment facility. Her ability to identify operational inefficiencies and implement solutions has resulted in improved project controls across multiple high-stakes projects, earning her recognition and client accolades, including a “Badge of Excellence” from WSP’s clients.
Known for her expertise in resource management, project risk mitigation, and stakeholder collaboration, Jovita has a proven track record of delivering complex projects on schedule and within budget. She is particularly skilled at building and leading high-performing teams, streamlining processes, and ensuring successful project outcomes that consistently exceed client expectations. Her passion for continuous improvement and commitment to excellence have made her a sought-after leader in the project controls domain.
To connect with Jovita, visit her LinkedIn profile.
Panel Speaker
Bringing Order to Chaos: The Role of Project Controls in Effective Project Management
In many organizations, a gap often exists between project controls and project management, leading to miscommunication, inefficiencies, and missed opportunities. This panel tackles that critical divide by exploring how project controls can be seamlessly integrated with project management to create a unified approach.
Discover how aligning these two disciplines can streamline processes, enhance decision-making, and boost overall project performance.
Panelists will share real-world strategies and solutions to bridge the gap, empowering project managers to harness the full potential of project controls for better tracking, forecasting, and risk management.
Don’t miss this insightful session designed to equip you with the tools to connect project controls and project management in your organization and drive successful outcomes.