Associate Director - Project Controls Defence

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.

• We are seeking a talented
• Senior Project Controls Manager to support the delivery of a major

Defence Programme in Reading .

You will play a key role in developing, implementing, and maintaining project controls processes across a complex, high‑profile programme, working within an Integrated client Team that operates under a strong “One Team” culture.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Project Controls Lead and Project Managers in the introduction and implementation of project controls processes, procedures, and systems.
• Assisting in leading, coaching, and supporting members of the Project Controls team.
• Ensuring visibility, accuracy, and transparency of the project critical path.
• Interfacing with engineering, procurement, commercial, and wider project teams to coordinate controls activities across your allocated scope.
• Acting as the focal point for schedule control, progress definition, and resource allocation recommendations.
• Delivering end‑to‑end project controls management from design through to commissioning.
• Supporting schedule management, performance reporting, cost analysis, and earned value management.
• Aligning with partner organisations to ensure consistency across schedules, reporting, and assurance.

Qualifications

• HND or equivalent qualification in engineering, construction, quantity surveying, or a related field.
• Strong project controls expertise with specialist experience in at least one area: cost control, scheduling, risk management or PMO support.
• Strong relationship building skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working within complex delivery environments with multiple contractors and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Ability to use project controls software and systems (e. g., P6, SAP, PRISM, Risk Hive, AM, Power BI).
• Nuclear sector experience (desirable, but not essential).
• Proven experience in project controls or project management within a construction or consultancy environment.
• Flexibility to travel as required.
• Eligibility to obtain SC clearance, including meeting UK residency requirements.

Benefits

• Car allowance.
• Hybrid Working.
• Medical Health Cover.
• Life Insurance.
• Income Protection Insurance.
• Pension Scheme.
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.
• Family friendly policies.
• 22 + 2 Mace Days + 3 Days Xmas Shutdown + 1 Day every 2 years' service + bank holidays.

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 with‑in the role.

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