Senior Project Controls Manager

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

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. The Trend and Change Manager will work in one of the project delivery teams and support the Programme Management Office, liaising with a variety of stakeholders across the programme, reporting to the Risk Lead or a Project Controls Manager.

Due to the strict security requirements, candidates must be a UK National and will need to progress through security clearance.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

• Safety first - Going home safe and well: You will be an advocate of Mace's value of Safety First, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards. You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise: You will create and design effective implementations of PMO and Project Controls frameworks and strategies on assigned commissions. You will support best in class service delivery and effective engagement with wider industry and professional bodies to promote Mace. You will be developing your expertise in PMO and Project Controls, with a growing internal and external network (e.g. clients, contractors, consultancies and other stakeholders).
• Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will manage Project teams in the administration of the PMO and Project Controls process, particularly with respect to the cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting. You will support senior PMO stakeholders in influencing long term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future. You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel: You will mentor, coach, and develop your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience. You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub. You will support the HUB PMO and project controls director with resourcing and recruitment for the assigned commission.

You’ll need to have:

• You are digitally savvy, can build lasting client relationships and lead strong, motivated teams.
• Understanding of change management methodologies and techniques.
• A good understanding of project controls and change control processes.
• Previous experience on a major construction project.
• Ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Passion driven – Sense of belonging, aligned to vision and programme ideology.
• Act inclusively, treating all with respect and driving diverse thinking – Open minded and act inclusively.
• Delivering excellence – Outcome driven, identifying opportunities.
• Integrity – Complimentary and collaborative.
• Embed and embrace culture of health, safety, and wellbeing with safety at the heart of everything we do.
• Safeguarding and protecting the planet – Adopting a sustainable approach, making the right decisions to protect our world.
• Project-life balance – Happiness.
• Challenging the status quo in pursuit of a better future – Best in class and ahead of the curve, open to change.
• Value led approach – Driven by future needs, bringing a better solution.
• Ever evolving – Sustainable economically/people perspective.

You’ll also have:

• A technical degree or equivalent experience and ideally have an APMG – Change Management.
• Proven relevant experience in project management or project controls environment in a similar change management role in a construction or consultancy background.
• Experience of nuclear or high secure sectors desirable.
• Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Extensive experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes.
• Detailed understanding of governance, strategic planning techniques, strategic risk analysis, construction technology, delivery, site logistics, commercial & legal/contract issues.
• Deep property or infrastructure project management expertise.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.
• Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.

Note: This role will be based between Newbury and London 2-3 days per week. This role will require SC clearance. Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of 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.