Senior PMO Manager

Mace Group; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace Group is delivering a large-scale, next‑generation digital infrastructure programme in the United Arab Emirates, combining construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential for clients and projects. The role leads PMO and project controls, guiding cost, schedule, risk and change management while building strong client relationships and driving performance reporting.

We value a relevant degree with progress toward chartership and proven UAE experience.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree and progress toward chartership.
• Proven experience in PMO and project controls delivery.
• Strong knowledge of tools, techniques, and sector practices.
• Effective communicator with analytical and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience working in the United Arab Emirates is essential for client approval.

Responsibilities

• Leads PMO and project controls delivery across assigned commissions.
• Provides expert guidance on cost, schedule, risk and change management.
• Builds strong client relationships and drives performance reporting.
• Aligns delivery with Mace control centre, mentoring teams and promoting sustainability.
• 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.

Skills

PMO

Project controls

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical communication

UAE experience

Education

Relevant degree

Progress toward chartership

Job description

Position status: This opportunity is for a bid, so it is not yet a secured role.

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:

Mace is supporting the delivery of a large-scale, next‑generation digital infrastructure programme in the region, working alongside a leading developer in the data centre sector. The project brings together complex design coordination, fast‑paced delivery and rigorous governance to meet the demands of a mission‑critical environment. Our team is applying global best practice in programme, project and commercial management to help shape resilient, future‑ready infrastructure at scale.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leads PMO and project controls delivery across assigned commissions.
• Provides expert guidance on cost, schedule, risk and change management.
• Builds strong client relationships and drives performance reporting.
• Aligns delivery with Mace control centre, mentoring teams and promoting sustainability.
• 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 and progress toward chartership.
• Proven experience in PMO and project controls delivery.
• Strong knowledge of tools, techniques, and sector practices.
• Effective communicator with analytical and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience working in the United Arab Emirates is essential for client approval.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well-being in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

We own the quality of deliverables and 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.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.