Senior Cost Manager Saudi National

About the Role

Mace is seeking a Senior Cost Manager to provide comprehensive cost management services throughout the full project lifecycle. This full-time role supports both ongoing and new commissions across multiple sectors, requiring specialist expertise and advanced technical capability to deliver effective commercial outcomes and informed decision-making. This position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and is open to Saudi nationals.

Project Overview

The successful candidate will contribute to a landmark multipurpose venue in the heart of Riyadh. This venue is designed as a dynamic destination for sports, entertainment, cultural activities, and community engagement. Created for long-term flexibility and year-round activation, it will host a diverse range of events, bringing people together and enhancing the city's vibrant social and recreational landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion safety, quality, sustainability, and compliance standards, ensuring effective project governance and a people-focused culture.
• Oversee cost planning, procurement, and commercial management to deliver successful project outcomes and client value.
• Drive ethical, financially sound operations aligned with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and net zero ambitions.
• Manage and develop high-performing teams, fostering continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in delivery.
• Supervise feasibility studies, procurement strategy, and contract selection, providing robust commercial advice from project inception through delivery.
• Direct cost planning, estimating, valuation, and reporting activities, ensuring effective cost control and informed decision-making.
• Manage contractual and commercial processes, including contract administration, claims evaluation, final accounts, and project close-out.
• Develop cost management teams, driving continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement, and sustainable outcomes aligned with net zero ambitions.

Qualifications and Professional Membership

• Degree in quantity surveying, cost management, or an equivalent qualification.
• MRICS/RICS (or equivalent) with a strong commitment to professional development.

Required Expertise and Understanding

• Expertise in cost management, contract administration, and commercial advisory.
• Strong understanding of sustainability, carbon reduction, and industry best practices.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to meet necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Relevant work experience on high-value projects/programmes for a project management consultancy business, required for immigration and client approval.