Risk Lead
Skills
About This Role
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
This is an opportunity to work on one of the largest programmes in Saudi Arabia.
This unique project consists of major mixed-use development including sports facilities, entertainment, and arts along with all associated infrastructure.
Mace is one of the delivery partners requiring high-calibre and experienced professionals to lead integrated teams throughout each phase of the project.
Leads the implementation and delivery of a comprehensive range of risk services to support commissions and provide line management leadership and guidance for others within the PMO and Planning Centre of Excellence and the wider Mace business (e.g. other Hubs, international business and other Centres of Excellence) as required.
You’ll Be Responsible For
- Lead risk management performance and design effective frameworks and strategies across assigned commissions.
- Act as trusted advisor and subject matter expert, building strong client relationships and stakeholder confidence.
- Direct clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams on all risk management matters.
- Deliver quantitative risk analysis (cost and time) and advise on contingency adequacy in reporting cycles.
- Ensure compliance with Mace Control Centre, client requirements, and prevailing legislation.
- Provide line management, mentoring, and career development support to junior risk managers.
- Drive innovation, align practices with industry best standards, and lead a high-performing risk team.
- Champion sustainability by integrating carbon risk management into project delivery, supporting net zero transition.
You’ll Need To Have
- Proven leadership in risk management on major construction projects.
- Expertise in risk frameworks, tools, and reporting suites.
- Strong planning, analytics, and communication capabilities.
- Relevant degree with chartered status or professional membership.
- 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 with-in the role.
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