Position status: 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 project manager will directly report to the client’s programme manager/regional lead.
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 promote Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours, sharing lessons learned and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework to support the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff.
* You will possess 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 in your team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise:
* You will ensure quality systems are suitably managed in line with service excellence.
* You will deliver and manage project plans from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones.
* You will manage tasks and associated deliverables in support of senior project managers and other leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project.
* Managing the delivery of identified capital, infrastructure or water network management (WNM) projects with the focus on budget, schedule and quality output.
* Managing directly, and in certain circumstances liaise with others in the management of and engagement with a set of internal and external stakeholders, including technical services providers, internal and external project managers (including local authority project managers), asset management, asset operations, HSQE and all departments, to ensure project timescales are met.
* Procuring (where appropriate), managing and directing a diverse range of consultant expertise across a multi-disciplinary set of skills.
* Overseeing the management of construction project design, estimation and project planning including all relevant statutory processes, procurement management and maintenance forecasting, working closely with all departments (e.g. asset management, HSQE, communications, customer operations and asset operations departments).
* Managing the project control, including resourcing and service delivery requirements, ensuring consultant supervision were relevant and approving all payment certificates.
* Managing the production and approval of project delivery plans, contractor plans, cash flow projections and earned value analysis.
* Managing the day-to-day construction service providers for capital projects, including conformance and compliance.
* Supervising the project close-out activities, including commissioning and handover to operations and maintenance.
* Performing any other duties delegated by the senior project manager or client’s programme management team.
Integrity - Always do the right thing:
* You will manage project budgets and highlight any risks, challenges and mitigations.
* You will support the long term development of your 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 manage design and wider consultant teams in a collaborative manner to ensure effective completion of responsibilities.
* You will manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs).
* You will actively network 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’ll need to have:
* Experience in managing large or multiple infrastructures, capital projects or programmes (ideally in the water utility).
* A degree or equivalent with professional work experience in engineering, construction or related project management discipline.
* Driving licence and vehicle is desirable.
* The capability of mobilising and managing the supply chain, including design, planning and construction services.
* Strong knowledge and experience in project/programme management, contract management (i.e. through the use of major contract forms e.g. NEC3, FIDIC or similar), strategic planning, methodologies and construction delivery best practice.
* Familiarity with using project, programme and financial management tools such as Oracle and Primavera P6 or similar.
* A background in managing a varied team, commercial contract management and conflict resolution skills.
* A proven track record of dealing with complex issues, proactively and in a timely fashion, along with the ability to communicate complex information to all stakeholders.
* A proven ability to successfully implement and execute programmes and drive high performance.
* Strong business acumen with a financial perspective at the forefront.
* Digitally savvy and can build lasting client relationships and provide support to strong, motivated teams.
* Experience in project management ideally in the water utility within a construction or consultancy background and be hungry to grow your career and enjoy the opportunities Mace has to offer.
You'll also have:
* Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
* Property or infrastructure project management expertise.
* Commercial and financial acumen.
* Experience of working on projects within large, diverse teams.
* Experience of developing and forming relationships with other stakeholders within projects.
* 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.
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