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JASARA PMC

<div>JASARA PMC is searching for a Senior Construction Manager for their landmark endeavor poised to redefine the construction landscape. In this strategic role, you will take charge of overseeing all phases of the construction process, ensuring meticulous adherence to project specifications, timelines, and budgets. You will play a key role in driving quality, safety, and performance while collaborating closely with a range of stakeholders, including clients, architects, and subcontractors. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a prestigious project that aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiatives.
Responsibilities<ul><li>
Direct and manage the construction activities for the project from inception to completion.</li><li>
Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring alignment with client expectations.</li><li>
Coordinate with design teams, engineers, and subcontractors to maintain vision and clarity in project execution.</li><li>
Implement and enforce safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.</li><li>
Conduct regular site inspections and quality control checks to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.</li><li>
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders, providing updates and addressing concerns proactively.</li><li>
Resolve any conflicts or issues that arise during the construction phase in a timely manner.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.</li><li>
At least 15 years of experience in construction management, with significant experience in large-scale projects.</li><li>
Prior experience in managing cultural or civic projects is a plus.</li><li>
Strong understanding of construction methodologies, safety regulations, and quality standards.</li><li>
Exceptional leadership and team management abilities.</li><li>
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Proficiency in project management software and tools.</li><li>
Fluency in English</li><li>
Saudi candidates are highly preferred.</li></ul></div>

Senior Construction Manager (Saudi National)

Mace Group

<div>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.
The role:
Mace is seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager &ndash; Structures to support a major programme currently in the construction phase, acting in the capacity of the Engineer.
In this role, you will provide independent structural design assurance and engineering oversight, ensuring that all structural works are delivered in full compliance with the approved design, Employer&rsquo;s Requirements and applicable codes. You will play a key role in reviewing, certifying and safeguarding structural integrity throughout construction, while managing technical risk and resolving design-to-construction challenges on complex structures.
You&rsquo;ll be responsible for:<ul><li>
Act as part of the Engineer&rsquo;s team, providing independent review, verification and approval of structural design and construction deliverables.</li><li>
Lead structural design compliance during construction, ensuring works align with approved IFC drawings, specifications and Employer&rsquo;s Requirements.</li><li>
Review and approve shop drawings, calculations, method statements, RFIs and temporary works designs.</li><li>
Provide technical oversight of structural works on site, including concrete, steel, composite and specialist structural systems.</li><li>
Verify construction methodologies and sequencing, ensuring structural safety, buildability and compliance with design intent.</li><li>
Identify and manage design deviations, non-compliance and technical risks, issuing guidance and driving resolution with contractors and consultants.</li><li>
Oversee coordination between structural, architectural and MEP disciplines, ensuring effective integration across complex interfaces.</li><li>
Review and approve temporary works and construction engineering solutions, ensuring they meet design and safety requirements.</li><li>
Support the issuance of Engineer&rsquo;s Instructions, approvals and certifications, in line with contractual obligations.</li><li>
Interface with contractors, supervision teams and consultants to ensure clear interpretation and implementation of structural design intent.</li><li>
Support authority inspections, approvals and statutory compliance processes.</li><li>
Participate in structural inspections, testing, commissioning and handover, ensuring compliance and performance standards are met.</li><li>
Provide reporting on design compliance, structural risks and construction progress to senior stakeholders.</li></ul>
You&rsquo;ll need to have:<ul><li>
Degree qualified in Civil or Structural Engineering (or related discipline).</li><li>
Proven experience in structural design management, design compliance or engineering assurance during construction.</li><li>
Strong experience acting for or alongside the Engineer on major projects under FIDIC or similar contracts.</li><li>
Demonstrable experience reviewing and approving shop drawings, calculations and structural installations</li><li>
Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure or complex developments.</li><li>
Strong understanding of structural systems, construction methodologies and temporary works design.</li><li>
Experience within the Middle East, with knowledge of regional authority requirements (KSA preferred).</li><li>
Chartered Engineer status preferred.</li><li>
Strong stakeholder management and technical communication skills</li><li>
Necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and have relevant work experience working on high-valued projects/programmes for a project management consultancy business, which are required for immigration and client approval.</li></ul>
Our values
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of well-being in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables and 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. Even if you feel you do not fulfill all the criteria, please apply, as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. 
We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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Senior Design Compliance Manager - Structures

Thanh Dat Fire & Safety Engineering KSA WLL

Job Summary:Thanh Dat Fire &amp; Safety Engineering KSA WLL is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Fire Protection Design Manager to lead fire protection engineering and design operations in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled fire protection professional with expertise in fire safety systems, engineering design, project coordination, and compliance standards. The successful candidate will oversee fire protection design projects, support technical teams, and ensure high-quality fire and life safety solutions for commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects.If you are passionate about fire safety engineering, technical leadership, and delivering compliant fire protection solutions, we encourage you to apply.What you&rsquo;ll do:<ul><li>Lead fire protection design and engineering activities for multiple projects</li><li>Develop and review fire alarm, firefighting, sprinkler, suppression, and life safety system designs</li><li>Ensure compliance with local and international fire safety codes and engineering standards</li><li>Coordinate with project managers, consultants, contractors, and technical teams</li><li>Support project planning, technical documentation, and design approvals</li><li>Conduct design reviews, risk assessments, and technical evaluations</li><li>Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and engineering quality standards</li><li>Monitor project performance and identify opportunities for process improvements</li><li>Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering and design teams</li><li>Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver effective fire protection solutions</li></ul>Pay: ﷼22,000.00 - ﷼38,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Senior Fire Protection Design Manager

UCC Holding

<div>
 
 The Senior Procurement Manager provides strategic leadership for all procurement and supply chain activities across luxury hospitality and high-profile construction projects. The role is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies, optimizing commercial value, managing key supplier and subcontractor relationships, mitigating supply chain risks, and ensuring the successful delivery of project and corporate objectives. The position plays a critical role in supporting business growth, operational excellence, and profitability through effective procurement governance and leadership.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities
 
 
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 Develop and implement procurement and sourcing strategies aligned with corporate and project objectives.
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 Lead the procurement of major civil, structural, architectural, fa&ccedil;ade, fit-out, landscaping, and specialist construction packages.
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 Direct all tendering, evaluation, negotiation, award, and contract administration activities for material suppliers and subcontractors.
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 Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors to secure long-term value, reliability, and supply continuity.
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 Collaborate with executive management, project directors, commercial teams, and stakeholders to support project delivery and business objectives.
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 Drive procurement excellence through effective cost management, value engineering, strategic sourcing, and market intelligence.
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 Identify and mitigate commercial, contractual, and supply chain risks that may impact project performance.
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 Establish procurement governance, policies, and best practices to ensure compliance, transparency, and operational efficiency.
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 Lead supplier performance management and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
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 Oversee procurement planning, forecasting, reporting, and performance measurement through SAP ERP and management dashboards.
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 Lead, mentor, and develop procurement teams, fostering a high-performance and results-oriented culture.
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 Support corporate initiatives related to sustainability, HSE, quality, and operational excellence.
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 Job Knowledge &amp; Skills
 
 
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 Extensive knowledge of procurement, strategic sourcing, contract management, and supply chain operations within the construction industry.
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 Strong commercial acumen with proven expertise in managing high-value procurement packages and supplier negotiations.
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 Deep understanding of civil, structural, architectural finishes, fa&ccedil;ade systems, fit-out, and specialist construction procurement.
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 Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making capabilities.
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 Strong analytical, financial, and risk management skills.
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 Proficiency in SAP ERP and procurement performance reporting.
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 Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
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 Job Experience
 
 
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 Minimum 18 years of progressive procurement experience within the construction industry.
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 Minimum 8 years in a senior management or leadership role with a leading main contractor.
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 Proven track record in delivering procurement strategies for large-scale luxury hospitality, mixed-use, landmark, or iconic construction projects.
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 GCC/Middle East experience is highly preferred.
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Senior Procurement Manager

Qiddiya Investment Company

<div>The Senior Manager &ndash; FP&amp;A (Development) will support the financial oversight and performance management of Qiddiya&rsquo;s development portfolio. This role will focus on financial monitoring of development projects, variance analysis, risk tracking, management reporting, and ensuring alignment between project controls and accounting systems.
The role will play a key part in preparing high-quality management reports, budget submissions, variance analyses, and project financial reviews, while providing actionable insights to senior finance leadership. The Senior Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure financial discipline, data integrity, and continuous process improvement across development projects. 
<ul><li>
Support financial oversight of capital development projects, ensuring alignment with approved budgets, schedules, and scope.
</li><li>Prepare and consolidate management packs, executive summaries, and budget submissions for review by the Senior Director.
</li><li>Analyze financial performance, identify key variances, and provide structured insights with recommended actions.
</li><li>Manage monthly reconciliation between project systems and accounting systems, ensuring data accuracy and timely issue resolution.
</li><li>Review project schedule updates (Primavera P6) and assess financial impact of risks, delays, and scope changes.
</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models and scenario analyses to support forecasting and planning.
</li><li>Standardize reporting templates, KPIs, dashboards, and action trackers across development projects.</li><li>
Collaborate with Accounting, Treasury, Project Controls, and other FP&amp;A teams to ensure process alignment and data consistency.
</li><li>Contribute to automation and reporting enhancement initiatives within the Development FP&amp;A function.
</li><li>Support internal governance processes related to budget control, forecasting discipline, and financial transparency.
</li><li>Provide guidance and coaching to analysts within the team, promoting accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.</li></ul> 

Requirements 
<ul><li>
10+ years of total experience in Finance</li><li>
Experience in Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&amp;A) within a real estate development environment.</li><li>
Experience in development, construction, infrastructure, real estate, or large capital project environments is strongly preferred.
</li><li>Experience working within large, complex organizations is required.
</li><li>Big 4 or Tier 1 consulting background is advantageous</li></ul></div>

Senior Manager - Development Financial Planning and Analysis (CORS 249)

<div>Role
Senior Manager &ndash; Budgeting, Planning &amp; Financial Analysis &ndash; Sports BU
Function
Development Finance &amp; Analysis (DFA)
 Role PurposeTo support the Director FP&amp;A in the budgeting, planning, project accounting, and performance reporting agenda across the Sports asset portfolio, with a strong grounding in construction and development-stage financial management.
The role drives system-led automation and standardisation, with a strong focus on SAP and PRISM, ensuring a single version of the truth for TDC, cash flow, funding, and financial performance. The role acts as the financial integrator between Development, PMO, Commercial, Risk, Treasury, Development teams, and IT.
Operating Model Alignment
This role is a senior role within Sports DFA, covering:<ul><li>
Planning &amp; Decision Support</li><li>
Budgeting &amp; Forecasting</li><li>
Project Accounting &amp; Financial Control</li><li>
Reporting &amp; Insights</li><li>
Risk &amp; Governance (in coordination with Risk)</li><li>
Systems, Data &amp; Transformation</li></ul> 
Key Responsibilities 
1 . Budgeting &amp; Forecasting<ul><li>
Lead annual, multi-year, and rolling budget processes across assets and BUs, covering pre-development, construction and delivery phases</li><li>
Establish and maintain TDC baselines, reforecasts, and cash-flow projections, incorporating construction progress and procurement strategies</li><li>
Implement driver-based budgeting models linking scope, program, procurement, and construction productivity drivers to outcomes</li><li>
Own budget phasing aligned with construction programs to support funding plans, cash calls, and liquidity management</li><li>
Align budgets and forecasts with funding strategies (equity, debt, drawdowns, covenants)</li></ul> 
2. Project Accounting &amp; Financial Control<ul><li>
Process and control project accounting transactions in SAP (in coordination with Finance) &amp; PRISM, including budget uploads, budget transfers, commitment creation, accrual postings, and cost allocations</li><li>
Maintain commitment and actuals tracking at project, package, and contract level, ensuring timely and accurate capture of construction costs</li><li>
Monitor forecast-to-complete (FTC) and update projections based on certified quantities, executed variations and procurement commitments</li><li>
Track and record TDC movements, including approved budget changes, reallocations and cumulative impact of variation orders and claims</li><li>
Record and monitor contingency, inflation and risk drawdowns, ensuring approvals are obtained and reflected correctly in systems</li><li>
Perform monthly reconciliations between budgets, commitments, actuals, and cash flow, investigating and resolving variances</li><li>
Maintain complete audit trails for all budget changes, approvals and re-baselining actions in line with governance requirements</li><li>
Support internal and external audits by providing transaction-level support, reconciliations and documentation</li><li>
Ensure compliance with financial policies, approval matrices and delegations of authority related to construction and development spend</li></ul> 
3 . Planning &amp; Decision Support<ul><li>
Support asset feasibility and development-stage business planning, ensuring assumptions on construction cost, revenue, program and lifecycle are realistic and aligned with financial strategy</li><li>
Lead option analysis (phasing, packaging, procurement strategy, acceleration/deceleration), quantifying financial trade-offs across development and construction stages</li><li>
Develop scenario and stress-testing models to assess impacts of inflation, delays, constructability risks, funding constraints and scope changes</li><li>
Support stage-gate financial readiness reviews, ensuring affordability, funding, constructability and risk impacts are clearly articulated</li><li>
Partner with Development, Construction, and PMO teams to translate master programs into financially phased plans</li></ul> 
4. Reporting &amp; Insights<ul><li>
Deliver consolidated BU-level financial and non-financial reporting across development and construction, including:</li><li><ul><li>
TDC baseline vs forecast vs actual</li><li>
Construction cost and progress variance analysis</li><li>
Funding availed vs required</li><li>
Cash-flow projections</li><li>
Commitments, risks, and opportunities</li></ul></li><li>
Design and deliver management, ExCo, and Board dashboards with clear construction and development narratives</li><li>
Embed early-warning indicators (cost overruns, program slippage, cash pressure)</li><li>
Ensure reporting supports delivery and investment decisions, not just compliance</li></ul> 
5. Risk &amp; Governance (Coordination Model)<ul><li>
Coordinate closely with the central Risk team, ensuring:</li><li><ul><li>
Consistent risk taxonomy and scoring</li><li>
Alignment with ERM frameworks</li><li>
Clear ownership between DFA, Risk, Development, PMO, and Construction</li></ul></li><li>
Integrate construction and development risk impacts into budgets, forecasts, and dashboards</li><li>
Participate in joint risk reviews and stage-gate forums</li><li>
Support governance committees with quantified financial impacts of construction and delivery risks</li></ul>
Note: Risk ownership remains with the Risk function; DFA provides financial quantification and integration. 
6. Systems, Data &amp; Transformation<ul><li>
Act as DFA lead for SAP and PRISM across construction budgeting, project accounting, and reporting</li><li>
Drive automation of budget vs forecast vs actual reporting, eliminating spreadsheet-heavy construction cost tracking</li><li>
Ensure seamless integration between:</li><li><ul><li>
SAP (actuals, commitments, accruals)</li><li>
Construction cost systems (e.g. Unifier or equivalent)</li><li>
PRISM dashboards</li></ul></li><li>
Define and maintain construction-ready data models, master data standards and reporting hierarchies (WBS, CBS, asset, BU)</li><li>
Lead adoption of standard templates, workflows, and system-based controls</li><li>
Partner with Finance, IT, CDU, DMO, and Construction teams on continuous improvement of DFA systems and analytics capability</li></ul> 
Key Systems &amp; Tools<ul><li>
SAP (FI / CO / PS or equivalent project accounting modules)</li><li>
PRISM</li><li>
Cost management systems (Primavera Unifier or similar preferred)</li><li>
Power BI or similar BI tools</li><li>
Advanced Excel</li></ul> 

Requirements 
Experience &amp; Profile<ul><li>
10&ndash;15+ years&rsquo; experience in budgeting, FP&amp;A, or development finance within construction, real estate development, infrastructure or large capital projects</li><li>
Strong hands-on experience in construction project accounting, cost control and TDC management</li><li>
Demonstrated experience working closely with Development, Construction, PMO and Commercial teams</li><li>
Proven track record in finance systems automation, particularly SAP and PRISM in project environments</li><li>
Experience operating in matrixed, multi-stakeholder delivery organisations</li><li>
Professional qualification preferred (CA / CPA / ACCA / CFA)</li></ul></div>

Senior Manager - Budgeting, Planning & Financial Analysis. CDU7

<div>The Senior Manager &ndash; Audit Preparedness, Governance &amp; Assurance for the MBS Stadium project at Qiddiya Investment Company will be responsible for ensuring the project is audit-ready at all times across its delivery lifecycle. This office-based role acts as the central liaison between the MBS Stadium project team and internal and external audit functions, supporting governance frameworks, assurance activities, and compliance obligations. The Senior Manager will work closely with project leadership, finance, procurement, and corporate governance teams to ensure robust documentation, reporting, and control environments are maintained throughout the project.<ul><li>
Serve as the primary point of contact between the MBS Stadium project and internal audit, external audit, and regulatory bodies.</li><li>
Develop and maintain an audit preparedness framework ensuring the project is ready for scheduled and ad hoc audits at all times.</li><li>
Coordinate audit responses, track findings, and manage the timely close-out of audit recommendations and corrective actions.</li><li>
Support the establishment and maintenance of project governance frameworks, policies, and control procedures in line with QIC standards.</li><li>
Conduct assurance reviews across key project functions including procurement, finance, contracts, and reporting to identify compliance gaps and risks.</li><li>
Prepare clear and accurate audit documentation, evidence packs, and management responses on behalf of the project team.</li><li>
Monitor adherence to regulatory, contractual, and corporate compliance requirements applicable to the project.</li><li>
Liaise with QIC's corporate governance, risk, and compliance functions to align project-level assurance activities with company-wide frameworks.</li><li>
Produce regular governance and assurance reports for project leadership and relevant stakeholder committees.</li><li>
Drive a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement across the project team.</li></ul> 
Requirements 
<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>
Relevant professional certifications highly desirable e.g. CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CISA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent.</li><li>
Minimum of 8 years of experience in audit, assurance, governance, or compliance roles, preferably within large-scale construction, infrastructure, or giga/mega projects.</li><li>
Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies, governance frameworks, and risk-based assurance approaches.</li><li>
Experience liaising with internal and external audit teams and managing audit cycles end-to-end.</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce high-quality reports and documentation for senior audiences.</li><li>
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple audit and assurance workstreams simultaneously.</li><li>
Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary project and corporate teams in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul></div>

Senior Manager- Governance & Assurance MBS Stadium (SPA5)

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