Associate Director - Project Controls📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Mace is a global company specializing in shaping, building, and managing complex projects. This role offers an opportunity to join a significant program in Saudi Arabia, focusing on a mixed-use development that includes sports, entertainment, arts, and associated infrastructure. As an Associate Director - Project Controls, you will play a key role in the delivery of this project, ensuring the efficient execution of project controls across assigned commissions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Project Management Office (PMO) and project controls delivery for assigned commissions.
• Provide expert guidance and oversight in cost management, schedule management, risk management, and change management.
• Build and maintain client relationships, driving performance reporting for transparency and accountability.
• Ensure project delivery aligns with Mace's control centre standards and best practices.
• Mentor and develop project teams to foster a collaborative environment.
• Promote and integrate sustainability principles throughout project delivery.
• Contribute to the net-zero carbon transition by identifying and managing associated carbon emissions and reductions during project delivery.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Hold a relevant degree and be progressing towards chartership.
• Possess proven experience in PMO and project controls delivery.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of project controls tools, techniques, and sector best practices.
• Meet the necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Have relevant work experience on high-valued projects/programmes within a project management consultancy business, required for immigration and client approval.

Required Skills

• Expertise in PMO and project controls delivery.
• Proficiency in cost management, schedule management, risk management, and change management.
• Strong client relationship management and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Skilled in performance reporting and analytical assessment.
• Commitment to promoting sustainability and understanding of net-zero carbon transition principles.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Mace champions a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, focusing on well-being and continuous improvement. The company is committed to delivering on its promises, building long-term client relationships with integrity, and influencing positive outcomes within the industry. Mace welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates and is open to discussing flexible working options if suitable for the role.