Associate Cost Director - Saudi National

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:

A Large multipurpose Venue for long-term use as a versatile hub for sports, entertainment, and community events in the heart of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Lead procurement strategy development, contract selection, tendering activities, and preparation of procurement reports to achieve project objectives and value for money.

• Provide expert cost management advice, including value management, estimating, cost planning, cost control, and stakeholder reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

• Manage and oversee all procurement stages, including prequalification, enquiries, bid analysis, contractor selection, and contract preparation.

• Supervise the preparation and execution of contract documentation, including contracts, warranties, bonds, and licenses, ensuring compliance and governance requirements are met.

• Direct project valuations, cost checking, variation assessments, final account negotiations, and resolution of claims related to delays and additional costs.

• Manage project completion processes, including practical completion, making good defects, final completion certification, and associated approvals and submissions.

• Lead, develop, and coach large teams, driving high performance, KPI achievement, continuous improvement, and transformational change initiatives.

• Build strong stakeholder relationships and support net-zero carbon objectives through proactive identification, management, and reduction of carbon emissions during project delivery.

You’ll need to have:

• Minimum 16 years relevant experience, including at least 7–8 years in senior management positions on major development projects.

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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