SME Power Senior Manager

Mace Consult; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is delivering a landmark Saudi Arabia mixed-use development and seeks senior engineers to lead power infrastructure design and integration efforts. The role covers assessment of assets, network deployment, and collaboration with cross-functional teams across substations, transmission and distribution systems.

Responsibilities include procurement planning, budget estimation, and schedule risk management, plus preparation of Stage Gate documentation for dry utility projects within an EPC/D&B

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering; 15+ years of experience in power infrastructure.
• Experience with design, delivery and integration of power assets (substations, lines, distribution networks).
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and EPC or D&B delivery models.
• Expertise in planning and sequencing utility infrastructure for large-scale developments.

Responsibilities

• Assess proposed power infrastructure assets and network deployment strategies.
• Guide construction sequencing and coordinate with development teams for power assets.
• Contribute to procurement planning and option testing for delivery packages.
• Support budget planning and cost estimation during early project stages.
• Provide timelines insights and identify schedule risks proactively.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies for project delivery and execution.
• Prepare Stage Gate documentation for dry utility projects (budget, timelines, strategy, risk, procurement).

Skills

Power infrastructure design

Project leadership

FIDIC contracts knowledge

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (Master's or Bachelor's)

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-calibre and experienced professionals to lead integrated teams throughout each phase of the project.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Assess proposed power infrastructure assets and network deployment strategies to ensure alignment with development needs, including capacity, location, and scheduling requirements.
• Provide guidance on construction sequencing and collaborate with development teams to optimize the implementation of power-related assets and networks such as substations, transmission lines, distribution networks, transformers, and cabling routing.
• Contribute to procurement planning by evaluating and testing different packaging and delivery options to best fulfill project and development objectives.
• Support budget planning and cost estimation by offering technical and strategic input during early project stages.
• Provide insights into project timelines and help identify programmatic gaps or schedule risks proactively.
• Recognize potential risks related to project delivery and execution, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
• Prepare and present Stage Gate documentation for power (dry utility) projects, including:
• Budget and funding requirements
• Development timelines and phasing
• Design and engineering management strategy
• Risk and opportunity assessment
• Consultant and contractor procurement strategies

You’ll need to have:

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or from an accredited college or university ( Electrical Engineering preferred )
• 15+ Years' experience
• Proven experience in design, delivery, and integration of power infrastructure systems including substations, overhead/underground transmission lines, distribution networks, and grid connections.
• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and other international standard forms of agreement, particularly in EPC or D&B contexts.
• Expertise in planning and sequencing utility infrastructure, especially within mixed-use or large-scale urban developments.

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.

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

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