Associate Director – Project Controls - Mega Mixed-Use Development Riyadh
Posted date [2025-07-25]
(ID: 36409)
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With a dedicated local team delivering project management, cost consultancy and facilities management services, our world-class teams have overseen the creation of shopping malls in Muscat and Qurum, alongside the acclaimed Bank Muscat headquarters and the Iconic Oman Cultural Complex project.
Our industry-leading best practices paired with the vast experience of our employees helps achieve added value for our clients all over the globe, and Oman is no different. We understand that every development is unique, equipped with its own challenges and cultural intricacies. Our rolling dialogue with our clients – along with the chain of local contractors, suppliers, consultants and subcontractors – makes for reliable costs, timings and, ultimately, results. Our experience observing Omani procedures sees our team engage the relevant municipal and statutory authorities at the earliest stage possible, with health and safety and sustainability concerns always at the forefront of any project.... |
Associate Director – Project Controls - Mega Mixed-Use Development Riyadh
Position Overview
Mace is seeking an Associate Director – Project Controls to lead the implementation of PMO and project controls frameworks on one of the largest mixed-use programmes in Saudi Arabia. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring effective governance, risk management, and performance oversight while fostering innovation and delivering strategic outcomes.
Job Details
Job Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Construction
Function: Program / Project Management
Salary: 50000-60000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full Time (flexibility available for part-time, hybrid, and remote arrangements where suitable)
What You’ll Do
* Drive the design and delivery of PMO and project controls frameworks across major projects and programmes.
* Serve as the subject matter expert on PMO practices, governance, and integrated controls.
* Lead cost, schedule, risk, change, and reporting functions to meet strategic project objectives.
* Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment.
* Manage structured reporting cycles, governance reviews, and baseline development.
* Implement quantitative risk analysis and performance metrics for project success.
* Ensure compliance with internal processes, client requirements, and legal obligations.
* Provide mentorship, leadership, and line management to PMO professionals within the project team.
* Support knowledge transfer, recruitment, and capacity building for the wider PMO function.
* Promote sustainability initiatives and contribute to achieving net-zero carbon goals within project delivery.
Ideal Profile
* Chartered membership (or equivalent) with a recognized professional body.
* Proven experience delivering PMO and project controls services on major programmes.
* Strong track record across the full project lifecycle, from planning to close-out.
* Middle East experience with eligibility to meet Saudi visa and client approval criteria.
* Advanced expertise in governance frameworks, cost and schedule controls, and risk management.
* Experience in leading large multidisciplinary teams and fostering innovation.
Why Join Us
* Contribute to one of the most ambitious mixed-use development programmes globally.
* Join a company committed to diversity, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
* Enjoy flexibility with part-time, hybrid, and work-from-home arrangements available for suitable responsibilities.
About the Company
Mace is an international consultancy and construction firm delivering iconic projects across real estate, infrastructure, and mixed-use sectors. With operations in over 70 countries, Mace combines advanced project management expertise with sustainability-driven solutions to redefine industry standards.
Employers across the region are increasingly adopting GCC employer free job posting portal solutions to streamline recruitment and attract the best talent efficiently.
Position Overview
Mace is seeking an Associate Director – Project Controls to lead the implementation of PMO and project controls frameworks on one of the largest mixed-use programmes in Saudi Arabia. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring effective governance, risk management, and performance oversight while fostering innovation and delivering strategic outcomes.
Job Details
Job Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Construction
Function: Program / Project Management
Salary: 50000-60000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full Time (flexibility available for part-time, hybrid, and remote arrangements where suitable)
What You’ll Do
* Drive the design and delivery of PMO and project controls frameworks across major projects and programmes.
* Serve as the subject matter expert on PMO practices, governance, and integrated controls.
* Lead cost, schedule, risk, change, and reporting functions to meet strategic project objectives.
* Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure alignment.
* Manage structured reporting cycles, governance reviews, and baseline development.
* Implement quantitative risk analysis and performance metrics for project success.
* Ensure compliance with internal processes, client requirements, and legal obligations.
* Provide mentorship, leadership, and line management to PMO professionals within the project team.
* Support knowledge transfer, recruitment, and capacity building for the wider PMO function.
* Promote sustainability initiatives and contribute to achieving net-zero carbon goals within project delivery.
Ideal Profile
* Chartered membership (or equivalent) with a recognized professional body.
* Proven experience delivering PMO and project controls services on major programmes.
* Strong track record across the full project lifecycle, from planning to close-out.
* Middle East experience with eligibility to meet Saudi visa and client approval criteria.
* Advanced expertise in governance frameworks, cost and schedule controls, and risk management.
* Experience in leading large multidisciplinary teams and fostering innovation.
Why Join Us
* Contribute to one of the most ambitious mixed-use development programmes globally.
* Join a company committed to diversity, sustainability, and continuous improvement.
* Enjoy flexibility with part-time, hybrid, and work-from-home arrangements available for suitable responsibilities.
About the Company
Mace is an international consultancy and construction firm delivering iconic projects across real estate, infrastructure, and mixed-use sectors. With operations in over 70 countries, Mace combines advanced project management expertise with sustainability-driven solutions to redefine industry standards.
Employers across the region are increasingly adopting GCC employer free job posting portal solutions to streamline recruitment and attract the best talent efficiently.
