Associate Director - Project Controls - Saudi National

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

This opportunity is for a Saudi national who is interested in joining an international consultant.

Mace plays a role in supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 by delivering some key infrastructure projects across the country. By focusing on developing local talent, Mace contributes to the empowerment of Saudi nationals, offering training and leadership opportunities that align with the kingdom's goals for a more proficient workforce.

Our Values Shape The Way We Consult, And Define The People We Want To Join Us On Our Journey, They Are

• safety first - going home safe and well
• client focus – deliver on our promise

• integrity – always do the right thing

• create opportunity for our people to excel
  
  

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Creates/designs effective PMO and project controls framework/strategy/s.
• Manages and directs clients, consultants, contractors, project team on all PMO and project controls management matters.
• Is a trusted advisor to and builds strong professional relationships with client organisations.
• Acts as the PMO and project controls subject matter expert on assigned project/s, /programme/portfolio/s.
• Leads and directs the project team in the administration of the PMO and project controls process, particularly with respect to the cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting to achieve key objectives and the escalation of performance and management issues.
• Leads and directs periodic reporting and structured governance and performance meetings.
• Leads and directs the developing and managing the baseline (scope, time, cost, risk, assumptions) and the subsequent delivery performance, change and contingency monitoring including the delivery of quantitative risk analysis (cost and time).
• Ensures all activities/operations are carried out in line with Mace control centre, client requirements and prevailing legislation.
• Provides line management to more junior PMO and project controls resources and other project/programme staff as required.
• Utilises expertise to mentor and assist the personal and career development of junior members of the PMO and project control team.
• Innovates and aligns with industry best practice to ensure continued service excellence.
• Leads the delivery of a high performing PMO and project control team on the assigned commission.
• Supports the hub PMO and project control director with resourcing and recruitment for the assigned commission.
• Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.
  
  

You’ll Need To Have

• Relevant degree qualification.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A hunger for learning and ambition to grow.
  
  

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.