PMO Lead

Overview

• Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition.
• Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
• The project:
• Mace is providing strategic project management consultancy for major new build stadiums, multiple stadium redevelopments and wider precinct transformations in Riyadh.
• The scope includes the delivery of new stadiums, increasing existing stadia capacity, delivering major mixed-use amenities and introducing robust knowledge-transfer to ensure operational excellence and long-term sustainability beyond construction.
• You’ll be responsible for:
• Lead PMO and Project Controls delivery, ensuring frameworks and strategies are effectively implemented across assigned commissions.
• Manage clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams on all PMO and Project Controls matters, building strong relationships.
• Provide expert guidance on cost, schedule, change, risk, and reporting to achieve key objectives and resolve issues.
• Drive structured governance, reporting, and performance meetings, maintaining accountability for baselines and delivery performance.
• Mentor and manage PMO and Project Controls team members, supporting career development and technical excellence.
• Embed sustainability priorities, proactively managing carbon impacts and reductions throughout project delivery.
• You’ll need to have:
• Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE) or equivalent qualifications with demonstrable career development.
• Proven expertise in PMO, Project Controls, and successful delivery of complex property or infrastructure projects.
• Strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management, and leadership of diverse teams to achieve project outcomes.
• Knowledge of sustainability, carbon impacts, risk tools, and construction methodologies shaping project delivery.
• Our values
• Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long-term relationships with our clients.
• Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
• Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.
• Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
• We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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