Strategic Planning & Governance Manager – Saudi National

Mace Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction and consultancy firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking results-driven professionals to oversee project delivery for high-profile sporting events, including stadium development. Candidates should hold a degree and possess up to 2 years of experience. The role emphasizes project management, collaboration, and commitment to client-focused values in a dynamic working environment.

Benefits

Part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options

Diverse and inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• 0-2+ years postgraduate professional experience is essential.
• Stadium, Events or Sports venue experience is an advantage.
• Chartered or professional membership is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Define and arrange project management and technical resources.
• Lead delivery of project objectives in line with execution plans and KPIs.
• Manage design teams, consultants, and stakeholders to achieve scope and milestones.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, risks, and quality systems.
• Produce and integrate design, procurement, and delivery programmes.
• Drive collaboration and effective communication across all parties.
• Take ownership of project changes and handover documentation.
• Champion digital and net zero carbon goals.

Skills

Project management

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Degree qualification in relevant subject

Job description

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in December 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 is a unique opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of world-class assets supporting major sporting events, including the development of multiple stadiums. Mace is at the forefront of this landmark program with a highly motivated client organisation and seeks results-driven professionals to join our exceptional teams, driving excellence at every stage of these high-profile projects.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Define and arrange project management and technical resources.
• Lead delivery of project objectives in line with execution plans and KPIs.
• Manage design teams, consultants, and stakeholders to achieve scope and milestones.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, risks, and quality systems in line with Service Excellence.
• Produce and integrate design, procurement, and delivery programmes.
• Drive collaboration and effective communication across all parties.
• Take ownership of project changes and handover documentation.
• Champion digital, responsible business, and net zero carbon goals.

You’ll need to have:

• Degree qualification in the relevant subject essential.
• 0-2+ years postgraduate professional experience is essential.
• Stadium, Events or Sports venue experience is an advantage.
• Chartered or professional membership is an advantage.

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.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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.

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