Operations Director - Construction/Project Management - Nuclear New Build

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.

Within our consult and construct business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project.

The project

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in developing a new service line within the Mace consult business. The Construction Management Office will offer ongoing construction planning and coordination expertise, providing clients with focused and detailed information to support informed decision-making. The project is a major UK infrastructure initiative and represents the latest step in creating a standard product to address the UK’s energy needs. The Construction Management Office will facilitate multiple inputs and align delivery plans and programmes with specialist strategies, development consent orders, planners, and other stakeholders, bringing clarity to this complex stakeholder group. It will also establish a framework for standardisation and procedures, as well as provide long-term construction assurance to meet CDM requirements. It will interface with the Project Management Office and will be at the forefront of developing digital tools and solutions to meet tomorrows construction information and tracking needs. If you enjoy working as part of a team that influences construction strategy and supports ongoing project delivery, this is a great opportunity to register your interest in.

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

Safety first – Going home safe and well

• You will be a leading 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 possess advanced technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• 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 lead the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
• You will be the relationship owner and primary contact for Mace executive team engagement, and responsible for ensuring efficient governance to achieve our strategic priorities.
• You will be responsible for key client relationship management, and converting the client’s vision into a deliverable onsite plan.

Integrity – Always do the right thing

• You will have full budgetary oversight and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable, and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations.
• You will directly influence 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 provide expert technical advice and leadership support to Delivery Teams, creating a culture of ownership, promoting roles and responsibilities.

You’ll also have

• Membership of MCIOB / MAPM / MRICS / MICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Extensive experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the Construction sector.
• Deep construction 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.

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.