Senior Project Controls Manager

About the role

This is an opportunity to work on one of the largest programmes in Saudi Arabia. The project includes major mixed‑use development with sports, entertainment and arts facilities together with all associated infrastructure. Mace is providing programme management and seeks high‑calibre experienced people.

Key responsibilities

• Lead implementation and delivery of PMO and project controls services across commissions.
• Manage performance and integration of PMO, planning and project controls functions.
• Design and implement PMO and project controls frameworks and strategies.
• Direct clients, consultants and project teams on related matters.
• Provide expert advice on cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting processes.
• Facilitate governance, performance meetings and structured reporting.
• Develop and manage baselines, monitor delivery performance and change.
• Contribute to quantitative cost and time analysis.
• Collaborate with PMO directors and project managers to identify actions and mitigate risks.
• Mentor and manage PMO and project controls team members, supporting recruitment and development.

Required profile

• Experience supporting PMO and project controls delivery within construction or consultancy sectors.
• Holds APM planning and project controls (PPC) foundation and practitioner certifications.
• Progressing toward Chartered status and membership in a relevant professional institution (e.g., APM).

Required skills

• Quantitative cost and time analysis
• Project Controls
• APM planning and project controls (PPC) foundation and practitioner certifications
• PMO