Senior GIS Manager

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.

Collaborates with the planning function to ensure projects and tenders are effectively planned, scheduled and monitored. Leads planning for medium-complexity projects, smaller portfolios or sections of major programmes, supporting project teams to deliver timely and profitable outcomes.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Champion safety first, wellbeing and inclusive behaviours across project delivery.
• Manage quality, programme and deliverables from brief through construction.
• Oversee the design, deployment and administration of enterprise geodatabases (ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcSDE, PostgreSQL/PostGIS, SQL Server spatial), ensuring scalability, data integrity, versioning, replication and disaster recovery processes are in place
• Manage and optimize ArcGIS Enterprise/Portal, ArcGIS Online, QGIS server, GeoServer and related web GIS services (REST, WMS/WFS), ensuring high availability, secure access control, and optimal performance for internal and external users.
• Define and implement the organisation’s GIS strategy and roadmap, aligning geospatial capabilities with business goals, digital transformation initiatives, and enterprise architecture priorities
• Oversee ISO 19650 plans, information requirements, governance, assurance and digital handover.
• Optimise platforms, standards, model coordination and capability through training and innovation.
• Manage stakeholders, strengthen delivery and proactively support net zero carbon outcomes.

You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Geography, civil and survey engineering, Geomatics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Advance understanding of ISO 19650 information management standards.
• Demonstrated proficiency in GIS Tools such as ArcGIS , AGOL, ArGIS mobile applications.
• Professional GIS Certifications.
• 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.

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.