Senior Procurement Manager

Mace Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and consultancy firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced professional to lead pre-contract commercial management for a major entertainment and luxury hospitality project. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in managing large-scale tenders and contracts, as well as a strong understanding of the Middle East market. The role emphasizes safety, client focus, and integrity, and offers flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing large-scale projects and tenders.
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts is essential.
• Middle East experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-contract commercial and tender management.
• Develop procurement and packaging strategies.
• Oversee the full tender process.
• Collaborate with finance to validate estimates.
• Work in multidisciplinary teams to meet milestones.

Skills

Pre-contract commercial management

Procurement strategies development

Stakeholder management

Contract negotiation

Risk mitigation

Education

Degree qualification in relevant subject

Professional membership (MCIPS / MRICS)

Job description

Position status: This opportunity is for a bid, so it is not yet a secured role. 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 project offers the chance to join a talented Mace team in delivering a major entertainment and luxury hospitality project, collaborating with renowned architects and global consultants. The project involves extensive infrastructure and built assets, delivered rapidly through a hands‑on Construction Management approach, ideal for those experienced in managing both main and sub‑contract packages.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Lead pre‑contract commercial and tender management for large‑scale projects, ensuring alignment with client goals.
• Develop and execute procurement and packaging strategies for complex, high‑value work packages.
• Oversee the full tender process, from market engagement to contract award.
• Collaborate with finance to validate estimates and ensure budget compliance.
• Work in fast‑paced, multidisciplinary teams to achieve project milestones.
• Provide expertise in contract models, pricing, and negotiation, especially FIDIC contracts.
• Engage the supply chain, negotiating terms to mitigate risk and secure value.
• Demonstrate strong stakeholder management, communication and documentation skills.

You’ll need to have:

• Degree qualification in relevant subject.
• Professional membership i.e. MCIPS / MRICS (or equivalent).
• Middle East experience is an advantage.
• Major project experience is essential.
• Main Contractor experience £250+.
• Consultancy experience £1bn+.

Our values

Safety first – Going home safe and well

You will champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in your team and local health and safety rules or regulations of the work you’re involved with.

Client focus – Deliver on our promise

You will lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long term relationships with your clients.

Integrity – Always do the right thing

You will lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.

Create opportunity – For our people to excel

You will mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.

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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