Commercial Manager Fit Out

About Mace

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to deliver projects and unlock potential. The company's values guide its approach to consulting and define the professionals it seeks to join its teams. Mace is a delivery partner on one of Saudi Arabia's largest programmes, a significant mixed-use development.

The Role: Commercial Manager Fit Out

Mace is seeking a Commercial Manager Fit Out to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves leading integrated teams throughout various phases of a major mixed-use development, which includes sports facilities, entertainment venues, arts complexes, and associated infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation and execution of contract documents, warranties, bonds, and licenses, providing contract administration advice throughout project delivery.
• Measure, value, and agree upon completed work and contract variations, ensuring compliance with contract terms and accurate financial management.
• Maintain effective cost control procedures, oversee contract financial reporting, and present monthly post-contract cost reports to clients.
• Identify and assess cost impacts arising from design changes, contract awards, construction activities, client instructions, and project developments.
• Evaluate and negotiate contractor and subcontractor claims related to delays, variations, and additional costs, providing commercial recommendations.
• Advise on practical completion, defects rectification, final completion certification, and negotiate and agree final accounts.
• Lead, manage, and develop Cost Consultants, Managers, and professional teams through coaching, performance management, continuous improvement, and transformational change initiatives.
• Build and maintain key stakeholder relationships, influence senior decision-makers, and support net zero carbon objectives through proactive management of carbon emissions and reduction opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• A degree in quantity surveying or cost management, or an equivalent qualification.
• Professional membership or active progression towards a professional qualification such as MRICS/RICS, or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.

Experience Profile

Candidates should possess 5-10 years of extensive experience in fit out and interior finishes. This includes proven experience in delivering large-scale fit out packages from procurement through to project close-out within sectors such as hospitality, premium residential, entertainment, sports venues, or general commercial developments.

Work Location

This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role requires professionals to lead integrated teams within a dynamic project environment.