Senior Construction Manager (Night Shifts)

About Mace Group

Mace Group combines construction expertise with consultancy services to enhance projects and redefine ambition. The company's values guide its approach and define the professionals it seeks to join its team.

Role Overview: Senior Construction Manager (Night Shifts)

Mace Group is seeking experienced Senior Construction Managers to join the delivery team for a major, high-profile stadium project in Riyadh. This role is a hands-on site delivery position supporting night-shift operations, with an initial focus on civil, structural, and superstructure works. The night-shift arrangement is expected to operate for a minimum of approximately 18 months, with six nights worked per week during each six-week rotation. This project is part of a large mixed-use development in Saudi Arabia, including sports facilities, entertainment, arts, and associated infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee construction activities during the night shift.
• Maintain a strong, visible presence on site throughout the shift.
• Monitor civil, structural, and superstructure works to ensure appropriate progress.
• Coordinate with contractors and the wider project delivery team.
• Maintain accurate shift diaries, construction logs, and records of site activities.
• Identify and escalate construction, programme, or interface issues requiring resolution.
• Ensure health, safety, and site standards are maintained throughout night operations.
• Provide clear handovers and communication to the wider project team.
• Proactively challenge unsafe practices or poor site performance.
• Support effective coordination between construction packages and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• A degree or equivalent qualification in construction management, civil engineering, or a related built-environment discipline is preferred.
• Relevant professional membership or chartership is advantageous.
• Significant construction management experience on major, complex projects (5-10 years required).
• Strong civil, structural, and/or superstructure construction experience.
• Ideally from a main contractor background, either currently in contracting or having transitioned to PMC/client-side project delivery.
• Strong site leadership and practical construction knowledge.
• Comfortable working independently and making sound decisions during night operations.
• Ability to challenge contractors appropriately and maintain high standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience working within Saudi Arabia or the wider Middle East is advantageous.
• Stadium experience is beneficial but not essential.

Work Environment

This is a part-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, focused on night-shift operations. The role requires a highly visible presence across the site to ensure safe and effective delivery of works. Mace Group is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates, including those interested in part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options where suitable for the role.

Application Information

Even if you do not fulfill all the criteria, you are encouraged to apply, as you may still be a suitable candidate for this role or another within the organisation.