Associate Director – Project Controls – Rail

Build the Future of Rail in the Middle East with Mace

As we expand our rail capability across the Middle East, Mace is seeking exceptional talent to help shape and deliver some of the region’s most ambitious transport programmes.

With a globally recognised track record across high‑speed rail, conventional rail, metro, and complex station environments, we are now growing our presence in the region — and building a high‑calibre talent pool to support this next phase.

We are looking for experienced professionals across:

• Project and Programme Management
• Cost and Commercial Management
• Project Controls and Planning

You’ll be responsible for:

• Accountable for the overall performance and delivery of PMO and Project Controls services across assigned commissions.
• Develops and implements robust PMO and Project Controls frameworks, strategies, and governance structures.
• Provides strategic direction and leadership to clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams on all Project Controls matters.
• Acts as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert, building strong client relationships and influencing decision-making.
• Leads the management of cost, schedule, risk, change, and reporting processes to ensure achievement of project objectives.
• Establishes, monitors, and controls project baselines, including scope, time, cost, and risk, alongside quantitative risk analysis and performance tracking.
• Directs structured reporting, governance forums, and performance reviews while ensuring compliance with procedures, client requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Leads, mentors, and develops high-performing teams, supports resourcing and recruitment, and promotes innovation, best practice, and sustainability objectives.

About you

You will bring proven experience in major rail or infrastructure programmes, coupled with the ability to operate in complex, fast‑paced delivery environments. Equally important is a collaborative mindset and a commitment to excellence — qualities that define how we partner with our clients and deliver lasting impact.

This is an opportunity to be part of something evolving — to help establish, shape, and grow a rail capability in a region where investment in integrated transport is accelerating at pace.

If you are motivated by delivering complex programmes, working with high‑performing teams, and contributing to the development of world‑class infrastructure, we would welcome the opportunity to connect.

Join us in delivering the next generation of rail across the Middle East.

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