Senior Commercial Manager - Reporting

Mace Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Riyadh is seeking a professional with expertise in PMO commercial reporting and strong skills in Power BI. The role involves overseeing the reporting framework and managing data models to ensure accurate financial tracking and compliance. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and substantial experience in cost management within major projects. The organization values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years’ experience in cost/commercial management.
• Experience on major real estate/mixed-use/infrastructure programmes, ideally in the Middle East.
• Strong understanding of commercial governance.

Responsibilities

• Own the PMO commercial reporting framework and calendar.
• Build and maintain data models and dashboards in Power BI.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports, including variance analysis.

Skills

Cost management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Power BI

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial/Construction Management, Engineering, Finance

Professional qualification (MRICS, AACE, PMP)

Tools

Power BI

Power Query

Power Pivot

Job description

Position status: This opportunity is for an unsecured role that is due to commence in February 2026 subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

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 opportunity is to be involved in a major mixed‑use development, in Riyadh. The programme consists of over 200 projects including cultural and heritage assets, F&B, retail and hotels, commercial buildings, and educational facilities.

You’ll be responsible for:

• As part of the reporting team, own the PMO commercial reporting framework and calendar, ensuring consistent programme‑level cost and commercial reporting.
• Build and maintain data models and interactive dashboards in Power BI (using Power Query, Power Pivot and DAX) to track budget, commitments, forecast, change and cashflow.
• Consolidate and validate cost and commercial data from multiple projects, PMCs and systems into a single source of truth.
• Prepare clear monthly and quarterly reports, including variance analysis, trends, KPIs and forward‑looking cashflow forecasts.
• Work closely with commercial, finance, planning and risk teams to ensure alignment between cost, schedule and risk.
• Continuously improve reporting processes, automation and data quality, reducing manual effort and error.
• Present insights and recommendations to PMO and client leadership in a concise, business‑focused manner.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance, client standards and relevant professional guidelines (e.g. RICS, AACE).

You’ll need to have:

• 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.
• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Commercial / Construction Management, Engineering, Finance or related field.
• Professional qualification preferred (e.g. MRICS, AACE, PMP or equivalent).
• 5–10+ years’ experience in cost/commercial management.
• Experience on major real estate / mixed‑use / infrastructure programmes, ideally in the Middle East.
• Strong understanding of cost management, budgeting, forecasting, change management and commercial governance.
• Strong Power BI skills (data modelling, DAX, report design).
• Power Query and Power Pivot for data transformation and modelling.
• Advanced Excel (complex formulas, pivots, automation).

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, 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. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with‑in the role.

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