Programme Controls Director

1 month ago

Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Mace Full time

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.

Subject matter expert and leader for PMO and project controls services within assigned Hub(s) supporting the development of high performing teams, best in class service delivery and effective engagement with wider industry and professional bodies to promote Mace and ensure that service offering continues to meet and exceed client expectations whilst outperforming competitors.

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 a leading 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 lead the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
  • You will be responsible for best-in-class service delivery and effective engagement with wider industry and professional bodies to promote Mace.
  • You will be a recognised expert in PMO and project controls, with a strong internal and external network (e.g. clients, contractors, consultancies and other stakeholders).
  • Being accountable for the PMO and project controls performance of all service delivery on deployed programme.
  • Ensuring all PMO and risk management services are fully aligned with best practice and international ISO standards and is reflected in all control centre.
  • Acting as a role model and mentor to others.
  • Providing expert advice and support to all projects within their Hub and additional support to other hubs as/when required. Partnering with clients exceeding their expectations and building strong professional relationships.
  • Acting as PMO and project controls subject matter expert.
  • Leading and directing the delivery of all technical PMO and project controls services including all aspects of digital services.
  • Working 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.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

  • You will have full budgetary oversight and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations.
  • You will directly influence 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 use your network to identify talent, lead recruitment, and manage the development, retention and mobility of people, and support our people to achieve their highest potential.

You'll need to have:

  • A bachelor's degree in related field.
  • Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
  • Good communications skills.
  • Arabic language knowledge is a significant advantage.

You'll also have:

  • Extensive experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes.
  • Deep property or infrastructure project management expertise.
  • Strong commercial and financial acumen.
  • Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.
  • Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
  • Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.
  • Necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and relevant work experience working on high-valued projects/programmes for a project management consultancy business, which are required for immigration and 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.


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