Project Manager - Procurement

Mace Group; Muscat; On-site; OMR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a senior commercial manager for a transformative arts and culture project in Oman. The successful candidate will oversee project delivery, ensuring alignment with quality and budgetary expectations while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working in the UAE is essential.
• Proven project management experience with small to medium projects.
• Understanding of construction methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects to deliver outcomes within time, cost, and quality.
• Manage project budgets and identify risks.
• Engage with stakeholders and monitor project timeframes.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Planning

Stakeholder Collaboration

Budget Oversight

Education

MCIOB/MAPM/MRICS/MICE or equivalent

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

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

The Project

As part of its 2040 strategy to promote cultural and artistic innovations, a state-of-the-art centre for arts and culture is being built. The centre will include facilities such as F&B outlets, cinema, and art clubs, all under one roof.

We are hiring an ambitious and forward-thinking senior commercial manager to join our established and growing team in Oman.

The project manager procurement will be responsible for leading projects to deliver the agreed outcomes within time, cost, and quality requirements, guiding and coordinating with all relevant parties to understand and deliver project objectives and KPIs, providing day-to-day management and leadership of the project and team. They will deliver internal fee expectations, implement risk mitigation, and manage change effectively.

Our Values

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

• Promote Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviors, sharing lessons learned, and supporting the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff.
• Possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to the project portfolio.
• Champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of team wellbeing.

Client Focus - Deliver On Our Promise

• Ensure quality systems are managed in line with service excellence.
• Deliver and manage project plans from inception to completion, adhering to the overall delivery program and milestones.
• Manage tasks and deliverables to ensure timely and accurate project delivery, supporting senior project managers and stakeholders.
• Determine and coordinate technical services and external resources for projects.
• Lead and supervise project teams to achieve KPIs.
• Engage with Mace's HSW framework, monitor project timeframes and budgets, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.

Integrity - Always Do The Right Thing

• Manage project budgets, identify risks, and support the development of a sustainable business future.
• Support positive impacts for people, clients, and the planet, holding others accountable to Mace values.

Create Opportunity - For Our People To Excel

• Manage design and consultant teams collaboratively.
• Achieve strategic KPIs through effective stakeholder management.
• Utilize Mace's knowledge resources and best practices.
• Contribute to net zero carbon transition efforts during project delivery.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience working in the UAE is essential for client approval.
• Proven project management experience, managing small to medium projects.
• Strong communication, presentation, and planning skills.
• Developing budget oversight expertise.
• Proficiency in stakeholder collaboration and project management methodologies.
• Understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing.

Preferred Qualifications

• MCIOB/MAPM/MRICS/MICE or equivalent.
• Experience in construction delivery phases.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or professional experience.
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card or equivalent.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds. Even if you do not meet all criteria, please apply as you may be a great fit for this or other roles.