Senior Project Controls Manager

Job description / Role

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 is an opportunity to be involved in the delivery of major sports stadiums and associated projects in Saudi Arabia. Mace is currently delivering the programme which will require high-calibre and experienced people to lead teams throughout each phase of the project.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

You will be an advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.

You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

You will create and design effective implementations of PMO and project controls frameworks and strategies on assigned commissions.

You will support best in class service delivery and effective engagement with wider industry and professional bodies to promote Mace

You will be developing your expertise in PMO and project controls, with a growing internal and external network (e.g. clients, contractors, consultancies and other stakeholders).

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

You will manage project teams in the administration of the PMO and project controls process, particularly with respect to the cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting.

You will support senior PMO stakeholders in influencing long term development of strategy for a function or business unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.

You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity for our people to excel:

You will mentor, coach, and develop your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.

You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.

You will support the HUB PMO and project controls director with resourcing and recruitment for the assigned commission.

You’ll be responsible for:

Manages PMO and project controls performance on their assigned commissions.

Creates and designs effective implementation of PMO and Project Controls framework/strategy on assigned commissions.

Manages and directs Clients, consultants, contractors, project team on assigned commissions on all PMO and project controls matters.

Partners with clients to meet expectations and build strong professional relationships.

Provides expert advice to the project team in the administration of the PMO and project controls process, with focus on cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting, to achieve key objectives and the escalation of performance and management issues.

Facilitates and drives periodic reporting and structured governance and performance meetings.

Accountable for developing and managing baseline (scope, time, cost, risk, assumptions) and subsequent delivery performance, change and contingency monitoring.

Contributes to the development of quantitively analysis (cost and time).

Works alongside the PMO Director and/or project manager to recognise actions, recognise opportunities and mitigate risks and issues.

Coordinates activities/operations to ensure they are carried out in line with Mace control centre, client requirements and prevailing legislation.

Responsible for line management a team of PMO and project controls team members to deliver on assigned commissions.

Provides comprehensive technical expertise to mentor and assist the personal and career development of team members of the PMO and project controls team.

Manages the integration of project controls with PMO and planning disciplines.

Supports the HUB PMO and project controls 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.

Necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and have relevant work experience working on high valued projects/ programmes for a project management consultancy business, which are required for immigration and client approval.

Relevant industry qualification (or equivalent).

+15 years’ experience working in similar/relevant filed is essential for client approval.

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

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

About the Company

Mace is an international consultancy and construction company that has delivered world class projects since 1990. Today we employ over 6,000 people across five global hubs in Europe, Middle East North Africa and India, North America, Asia Pacific and Sub-Saharan Africa.

Four simple values guide our behaviour in our pursuit of a better way; Safety first - going home safe and well, Client focus - deliver on our promise, Create opportunity - for our people to excel, Integrity - always doing the right thing. We aim to attract the best and brightest people, whatever their background, to bring new perspectives to some of the most complex and inspiring projects around the world.

We support our people who are aiming to achieve an academic or professional qualification that will help them develop personally and deliver to the highest standard for our clients. At Mace you can deepen your knowledge, expand your skills and define your own path.