Cost Director - Saudi National
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About the Role
Mace is seeking a Cost Director to lead feasibility studies, cost planning, procurement, and contract administration for a large multipurpose venue in Riyadh. The role requires 20+ years of cost management experience on major capital projects, with at least 10 years in senior leadership.
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Responsibilities
- Lead feasibility studies, cost planning, estimating, procurement strategy development, and contract selection
- Manage the full procurement lifecycle including prequalification, tendering, bid evaluation, contractor selection, and contract preparation
- Oversee contract administration activities including approval of contracts, warranties, bonds, licenses, valuations, and formal execution documentation
- Maintain full accountability for cost management, cost control, cost reporting, post contract reporting, and valuation services throughout project lifecycles
- Direct the assessment and management of design change costs, contract awards, construction related expenditures, client charges, and claims for delay and additional costs
- Ensure effective contract close out processes including practical completion, defect rectification, final completion certification, and agreement of final accounts
- Lead strategic planning, performance improvement initiatives, and delivery of cost management services, driving KPIs, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
- Manage and develop high performing teams while promoting collaboration, leadership excellence, and proactive management of carbon reduction and net zero objectives
Requirements
- Minimum 20 years relevant experience in cost management / commercial management on major capital projects
- At least 10 years in senior leadership roles
- Proven experience leading large multidisciplinary cost teams and reporting to clients / government entities
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Project Overview
- A Large multipurpose Venue for long term use as a versatile hub for sports, entertainment, and community events in the heart of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
You’ll be responsible for
- Lead feasibility studies, cost planning, estimating, procurement strategy development, and contract selection to support successful project delivery.
- Manage the full procurement lifecycle, including prequalification, tendering, bid evaluation, contractor selection, and contract preparation.
- Oversee contract administration activities, including approval of contracts, warranties, bonds, licenses, valuations, and formal execution documentation.
- Maintain full accountability for cost management, cost control, cost reporting, post contract reporting, and valuation services throughout project lifecycles.
- Direct the assessment and management of design change costs, contract awards, construction related expenditures, client charges, and claims for delay and additional costs.
- Ensure effective contract close out processes, including practical completion, defect rectification, final completion certification, and agreement of final accounts.
- Lead strategic planning, performance improvement initiatives, and delivery of cost management services, driving KPIs, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
- Manage and develop high performing teams while promoting collaboration, leadership excellence, and the proactive management of carbon reduction and net zero objectives.
You’ll need to have
- Minimum 20 years relevant experience in cost management / commercial management on major capital projects, with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles.
- Proven experience leading large multidisciplinary cost teams and reporting to clients / government entities.
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.
Work Location
- #LI Onsite
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