Senior Planning Manager

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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.

This project offers the chance to join a talented Mace team in delivering a major entertainment and luxury hospitality project, collaborating with renowned architects and global consultants. The project involves extensive infrastructure and built assets, delivered rapidly through a hands‑on construction management approach, ideal for those experienced in managing both main and subcontract packages. It requires leading planning for medium‑to‑high complexity projects, ensuring alignment with defined processes and timely, profitable delivery.

• Overseeing a safe, high‑quality, and compliant delivery environment, championing well‑being, inclusion, and strong HSE standards.
• Directing key assignments, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, and performance aligned with strategic objectives.
• Supporting senior management with governance, due diligence, and long‑term business strategy.
• Fostering collaboration, knowledge‑sharing, and strong stakeholder relationships across projects.
• Directing the planning and scheduling across complex project phases.
• Interfacing with stakeholders and driving progress reporting and productivity tracking.
• Embedding sustainability, safety, and contract compliance into programme delivery.
• Managing planning teams, tools, and methodologies to ensure performance and continuous improvement.

• Relevant degree and working towards chartership.
• Strong planning and contract knowledge.
• Proficient in scheduling tools and reporting software.
• Experience across built environment and procurement routes.
• Necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and relevant work experience working on high‑valued projects/programmes for a project management consultancy business, which are required for immigration and client approval.

• 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.

Seniority level:
Not Applicable

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing

Industries:
Construction

Location:

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia