Assistant Planning Manager

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

This is an opportunity to work on one of the largest programmes in Saudi Arabia. This unique project consists of major mixed-use development including sports facilities, entertainment, and arts along with all associated infrastructure.

Mace is currently providing programme management and looking for high-calibre experienced people. We are hiring an ambitious and forward-thinking planning manager to join our established and growing team in Saudi.

The role needs to have the ability to play a key role in multidisciplinary teams and take a lead role in creating plans or analysing trends using numerical and statistical techniques.

To deputise for the senior planning manager in leading and supervising a team of professionals delivering planning/schedule management services. This is for a Saudi national only.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Applying the specific planning/scheduling methods, techniques and tools.
• Advising on complex requirements and communicating analysis and corrective measures effectively.
• Managing the planning/scheduling delivery of medium/high projects/programmes.
• Providing effective and timely advice to clients.
• Understanding the data management.
• Providing excellent attention to detail and ability to validate and check schedule management inputs, recording and reports produced, providing basic commentary and analysis.
  
  

You’ll Need To Have

• Holds a degree in construction or equivalent field experience, with professional certifications such as PMP, PMI-SP, or similar.
• Leads the application of planning and scheduling methodologies, tools, and techniques across projects.
• Demonstrates strong expertise in project controls, including planning/scheduling and earned value management (EVM).
  
  

Please note: Obtaining a visa in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is subject to a criminal record check, qualifications and may encounter age restrictions.

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.