Project Control Director

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.
• Leads PMO and project controls delivery across commissions and hubs, driving best-in-class service and team performance.
• Acts as subject matter expert, promoting Mace’s reputation through industry engagement, ensuring client expectations are exceeded and delivery remains competitive, innovative, and aligned with strategic goals.
• You’ll be responsible for:
• Leads PMO and project controls strategy and delivery across commissions and hubs.
• Acts as subject matter expert, guiding cost, schedule, risk, and reporting.
• Builds trusted client relationships and mentors high-performing teams.
• Aligns delivery with Mace Control Centre, driving innovation, compliance and sustainability.
• You’ll need to have:
• Chartered status and relevant degree.
• Extensive PMO and project controls leadership experience.
• Expert in tools, data analytics, and reporting.
• Deep sector knowledge and industry engagement.
• Necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and have relevant work experience working on high-valued projects/programmes for a project management consultancy business, which are required for immigration and client approval.
• 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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