Transport Data Science Manager

Transport Data Science Manager

Apply for Transport Data Science Manager at Mace Group in الرياض, S01, SA. This full‑time on‑site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

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 role is part of one of the largest programmes in Saudi Arabia, a mixed‑use development including sports facilities, entertainment and arts, along with all associated infrastructure. We are seeking a Transport Data Scientist to lead the development of data‑driven intelligence across our mobility ecosystem.

• Lead the development of integrated transport data strategies across all mobility modes, defining clear use cases, KPIs, and performance frameworks aligned to business and customer outcomes.
• Deliver advanced analytics and AI solutions, including predictive modelling for demand, ridership, fleet optimisation, traffic management, safety, and customer insights.
• Enable scalable, cloud‑based data and AI architectures, supporting personalised mobility experiences and ensuring seamless integration with AV and MaaS platforms.
• Establish and maintain robust data governance and knowledge management frameworks, ensuring data quality, compliance, traceability, and effective lifecycle management of data assets and models.
• Work collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition, and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, Data Engineering, AI/Machine Learning, Transport Systems Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience (8+ years) in transport data engineering and AI/ML, with GCC experience highly regarded.
• Necessary visa criteria for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and relevant work experience on high‑valued projects/programmes for a project management consultancy business required for immigration and client approval.

• Safety first – Going home safe and well
• Client focus – Deliver on our promise
• Integrity – Always do the right thing
• Create opportunity – For our people to excel

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.