Planning Manager

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.

The Project

This opportunity is to be involved in a major mixed-use development, in Riyadh. The programme consists of over 200 projects including cultural and heritage assests, F&B, retail and hotels, commercial buildings and educational facilities.

Mace is currently providing the programme management and are looking for high-calibre experienced people. We’re seeking a planner to help shape this extraordinary programme, which includes unique residential buildings, infrastructure, car parks, and large-scale reforestation. You’ll be part of a dynamic and growing PMO team, contributing to a transformative vision.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Develops and maintains integrated master schedules, progressing from Level 3 to Level 2 detail.
• Coordinates with PMC and design consultants to ensure accurate productivity outputs and alignment with project goals.
• Conducts regular site visits to validate real-time progress and ensure schedule accuracy.
• Reviews and assures quality of PMC schedules, including programme narratives and baselines.
• Monitors progress against baselines, identifying delays and reporting on project performance.
• Assesses and advises on mitigation schedules, offering independent analysis and corrective actions.
• Manages project interfaces and performance, tracking trends and implementing mitigation measures.
• Ensures planning procedures align with PMO standards, reviewing dashboards for data accuracy.
• Prepares monthly planning reports and updates for senior management on schedule impacts.
• Collaborates across teams, including data, commercial, and project controls, to ensure timely and accurate information flow.
  
  

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).
  
  

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.