Project Controls Lead

Overview

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 organization. We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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• 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 champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.
• 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 responsible for best-in-class service delivery and effective engagement with wider industry and professional bodies to promote Mace.
• You will be a recognized expert in PMO and project controls, with a strong internal and external network (e.g. clients, contractors, consultancies and other stakeholders).
• You will lead and direct 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 directly influence long term development of strategy for a function or business unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• 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 the Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.
• You will use your network to identify talent, lead recruitment, and manage the development, retention and mobility of people, and support our people to achieve their highest potential.

• Strong understanding of construction projects, decencies and interfaces within the project lifecycle and management consultancy.
• Deep domain knowledge of providing PMO and project controls leadership in multiple sectors (e.g. rail, highways, nuclear, public sector, hospitals).
• Significant experience of effective PMO and project controls leadership on significant construction projects and management consultancy.
• Significant experience of setting up effective PMO and project controls management/assurance frameworks/strategies.
• Expert knowledge of PMO and project controls tools, techniques and software (e.g., MS Office and Power BI, Aconex, Primavera P6 and RiskHive).
• Ability to manage activities with significant uncertainty of solution or outcome.
• Comprehensive knowledge of tools, techniques and software that interfaces with the risk discipline (e.g. Primavera Risk Analysers, Active Risk Manager).
• Practical knowledge of Power BI and other reporting suite tools.
• PMO and project controls experience delivering a range of project management services on major construction programmes / portfolios.
• Chartered status (or equivalent) and/or membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g. Association of Project Managers).

• Leads others effectively, gives clear direction, coaches and supports others to reach their full potential.
• Mentors and develops the project team; provides a safe work environment to learn and mature.
• Adapts and reacts well to changing priorities and requirements.
• Demonstrates a better perspective and explores innovative approaches, in pursuit of a better way. Embraces new technology and helps others to adapt.
• Takes responsibility for their actions, leads by example and acts in an ethical, legal and responsible way.
• Understands personal strengths and seeks training/learning/support where necessary.
• Recognizes and pursues the collective power of diverse and inclusive teams.
• Champions an inclusive environment and excellent interpersonal skills to manage relationships with key stakeholders.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
• Industry: Construction

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