PMO Senior Commercial Manager

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 opportunity is to be involved in a major mixed use development in Riyadh. The programme consists of over 200 projects including cultural and heritage assets, F&B, retail and hotels, commercial buildings, and educational facilities.

You'll be responsible for:

• Oversee all aspects of cost and commercial management, including planning, benchmarking, reporting, cashflow, procurement, contracts, and claims.
• Develop and enhance project cost control databases for accurate cost tracking.
• Establish project control budgets aligned with benchmarks.
• Work with Portfolio Management Information System (PMIS) developers to create dashboards and reports in PowerBI.
• Track and control project accruals and commitments against set budget constraints.
• Monitor project accruals, commitments, and forecast estimates to completion (ETC/EAC).
• Track contingency, risk exposure, change control, and key project trends.
• Manage senior stakeholders (including c suite and executive director level) to ensure the successful delivery of the Cost & Commercial function.
• Support the implementation of new systems, processes and reports, including programme cost management systems and dashboards.
• Oversee quality assurance for all cost and commercial information.
• Manage and support Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS).
• Coordinate commercial processes with other functional leads and ensure contractual deliverables are met.
• Prepare ad hoc reports as needed and communicate clearly with stakeholders.
• Coordinate with PMO functions around contractual deliverables, centralise the commercial effort to ensure commitments are delivered.
• Engage effectively across all levels of stakeholders, including contractors, PMCs and client teams.

You'll need to have:

• Necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and relevant work experience on high value projects/programmes for a project management consultancy (required for immigration and client approval).
• Over ten years of relevant experience and a pertinent degree; commitment to personal development and either hold a chartered status or be working toward a comparable professional qualification.
• Outstanding data management abilities, especially in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas, pivot tables) and a solid understanding of PowerBI and cost reporting tools.
• Experience in a Project Management Office (PMO); in country experience is strongly preferred to meet client specific criteria.
• Excellent presentation and meeting management capabilities, including the ability to present to the client's C Suite and CEO, deliver critical insights, and assist decision making.
• Digital proficiency, ability to foster enduring client relationships, and provide support to dynamic, motivated teams; background in construction or project management and a strong desire to advance career within Mace.

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.