Senior Governance Manager

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in April subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

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:

Mace is one of the delivery partners requiring high-calibre and experienced professionals to lead integrated teams throughout each phase of the project.

The Senior Governance Manager will play a key role in supporting programme and project leadership through effective governance, reporting, and executive-level communications. The role focuses on producing high-quality management reports and PowerPoint presentations, ensuring clear visibility of performance, risks, and decision points across complex programmes.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Lead the preparation and coordination of governance reporting across programmes and portfolios.
• Develop and maintain executive-level PowerPoint presentations for steering committees, boards, and senior stakeholders.
• Produce clear, concise, and accurate monthly, weekly, and ad-hoc reports covering performance, risks, issues, milestones, and KPIs.
• Ensure all governance materials align with Mace standards, client requirements, and programme controls frameworks.
• Support governance forums, including agenda preparation, paper coordination, action tracking, and follow-ups.
• Work closely with programme directors, project teams, and PMO functions to gather inputs and translate complex information into clear outcomes.
• Maintain consistency in reporting formats and messaging across projects and workstreams.
• Identify gaps or risks in governance processes and recommend improvements.
• Support audits, assurance activities, and compliance with contractual and client governance requirements.

You’ll need to have:

• Significant experience in governance, reporting, PMO, or programme controls roles within large, complex programmes (preferably construction, infrastructure, or major capital projects).
• Strong expertise in PowerPoint, with a proven ability to create clear, executive-ready presentations.
• Advanced written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex data for senior audiences.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and leadership teams.
• Good understanding of programme and project delivery environments.
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and deadline management.
• Experience working in KSA or the Middle East is highly desirable.
• 15 years of relevant experience required.

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.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil 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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