Senior Commercial Manager (Fit-out)

Mace; Riyadh; Hybrid; SAR 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is delivering a major mixed-use development in Saudi Arabia, including sports, entertainment and arts facilities, with extensive infrastructure. We seek a Cost and Commercial Manager to lead the cost team and ensure robust financial control across design and construction phases.

You will prepare contracts, manage variations and claims, and provide monthly cost reporting while guiding junior consultants. MRICS/CIPS and MEA experience are preferred, with a relevant degree required.

Qualifications

• Relevant MEA experience.
• Degree qualification required.
• Chartered or MRICS/CIPS certifications preferred.
• Proven experience in the construction delivery phase of large projects.

Responsibilities

• Providing cost and commercial management services to support project completion.
• Leading the cost and commercial team to achieve strategic outcomes.
• Preparing contract documents, warranties and licenses.
• Managing cost control and reporting and presenting monthly post-contract cost reports.
• Assessing and managing costs for design changes and construction activities.
• Evaluating delay and cost claims.
• Issuing certificates for practical completion and final accounts.
• Advising on defect resolution and final certification.
• Guiding cost consultants to improve processes and service delivery.
• Contributing to net-zero carbon goals across project delivery.

Skills

MEA experience

Education

Degree qualification

MRICS

CIPS

Job description

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

This is an opportunity to work on one of the largest programmes in Saudi Arabia. This unique project consists of major mixed-use development, including sports facilities, entertainment, and arts, along with all associated infrastructure. Mace is one of the delivery partners requiring high-caliber and experienced professionals to lead integrated teams throughout each phase of the project.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Providing cost and commercial management services to support project completion.


• Leading the cost and commercial team to achieve strategic outcomes.


• Preparing contract documents, warranties and licenses.


• Managing cost control and reporting and presenting monthly post-contract cost reports.


• Assessing and managing costs for design changes and construction activities.


• Evaluating delay and cost claims.


• Issuing certificates for practical completion and final accounts.


• Advising on defect resolution and final certification.


• Guiding cost consultants to improve processes and service delivery.


• Actively contributing to net-zero carbon goals by identifying, managing and reducing emissions throughout project delivery.

You’ll Need To Have

• Relevant MEA experience.


• Degree qualification.


• Chartered or relevant certifications such as MRICS or CIPS.


• Proven experience in the successful construction delivery phase of projects and programmes.


• 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.

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.

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