Senior Project Manager - Civils - Nuclear New Build

This job is with Mace, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. 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 project: Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. SZC will be a 3.2-gigawatt power station generating low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes, playing a key role in our energy future, supplying reliable, clean electricity for at least 60 years. This is an exciting opportunity to be involved right from the start of such a historic project. Work to date has primarily focused on enabling works for site readiness. Work is commencing with great speed in the following areas: road, rail, fencing, security, water systems, utilities, and the build of modular and industrial facilities.

Oversees the development of delivery plans, contributing to strategy implementation, building and managing key stakeholder relationships and influencing the management of resources. Drives the achievement of company objectives in accordance with stakeholder requirements, in compliance with regulatory frameworks, ensuring effective commercial business practices and tangible operational productivity and improvements. Responsible for all internal and external objectives for an appointment of between circa £2.5m and £6m in Mace Fee.

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 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 ensure the successful delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives. You will be responsible for implementing appropriate programme delivery environments, including People, Organisation, Process, Information and Technology. You will promote and influence quality and Service Excellence in all conversations and programme interactions.
• Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will be responsible for project budgets and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable, and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations. You will support the Operations Director and other senior stakeholders to 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 lead your team effectively and develop others to reach their full potential. 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 collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders, up to C-Suite, to implement and manage our programmes.

You’ll need to have:

• Proven experience and track-record as a sub programme or smaller programme lead.
• Technical understanding of programme management practices, controls, programme governance and programme procedures.
• Budgetary oversight (external programme budget and internal fee budget).
• Risk & opportunity management experience/practitioner.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills across cost, scheduling, procurement, contract administration, financial controls and reporting, across the project lifecycle.
• Competency and understanding of current Health Safety Executive (HSE) (or local equivalent) regulations.
• Relevant and commensurate technical, leadership and management qualifications.
• Network of clients, consultants and contractors.
• Strong knowledge of consultancy/construction, infrastructure and property sectors.
• Openness to innovation and tries to find better approaches/ways of working.
• Strong communicator (verbal and written), presentation and relationship manager.
• Confident presenter; ability to clearly transmit the position/message.
• Effective appraisal/analytical skills to support negotiations and problem solving.
• Develops and maintains professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Growth mindset that promotes curiosity, high quality contribution and team collaboration.

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.