Expert Sports Architect

Overview

Lead design and delivery of FIFA‑compliant stadiums and sports facilities in Saudi Arabia.

Key Responsibilities

• design review
• construction oversight
• project coordination
• fifa compliance
• facility design
• data validation

Tasks

-Apply current methodologies and tools for effective design review within EPMO frameworks. -Lead teams with accountability, motivating members and fostering a collaborative work environment. -Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. -Oversee construction to ensure alignment with design, schedule, and budget. -Coordinate with engineers and contractors to ensure smooth project execution. -Serves as the designated expert sports architect, leading stadium projects with a focus on achieving FIFA compliance and delivering high-quality sports facilities. -Conduct research to integrate best practices and regulatory requirements into facility design. -Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and professionals to align designs with user and community needs. -Respond to consultant and specialist requests with professionalism and sensitivity. -Ensure compliance with international codes, standards, and FIFA regulations. -Lead design reviews to ensure timely coordination across specialist disciplines. -Work closely with design managers, consultants, and internal teams to monitor and improve design status. -Successfully interacts with key stakeholders including design consultants, project managers, and procurement teams, fostering collaboration and alignment throughout project phases. -Promote creativity, innovation, and effective communication to enhance team performance and project outcomes. -Design and develop football-specific sports facilities, including stadiums, training centers, and multi-sport grounds. -Applies advanced design management methodologies, overseeing design reviews and ensuring seamless coordination across architectural, engineering, and specialist disciplines. -Ensure accuracy in data validation, reporting, and analysis with strong attention to detail.

Requirements

• architecture degree
• 15+ years
• cad/bim
• leed
• value engineering
• leadership

What You Bring

-Holds a degree in architecture with over 15 years of experience in sports projects, proficient in CAD/BIM, knowledgeable in industry codes, LEED/sustainability principles, and committed to promoting safety, diversity, and innovation. -Demonstrates strong capability in identifying design challenges, implementing mitigation strategies, and driving value engineering to optimize stadium architectural outcomes. -Demonstrate architectural leadership in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams for complex, fast-track projects.

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About Mace

-Founded in 1990 by ex-Bovis professionals aiming to overhaul a confrontational construction sector. -Headquartered in London. -Delivers iconic projects such as skyscrapers and transport networks. -Known for projects like the London Eye, The Shard, and Dubai’s record-breaking Ferris wheel. -Specializes in sectors including arts, defence, energy & utilities, transport, and stadiums. -Blends consultancy services with hands-on construction delivery. -Managing programs such as Ontario’s Metrolinx rail tunnel.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-visa issuance is subject to a criminal record check, qualifications and may have age restrictions.

Security Clearance

-a criminal record check is required for obtaining a visa to work in saudi arabia.