21 Oct
Mace
Birmingham
Job description
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 .
Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential of every project.
The project :
We are now recruiting for a senior project manager to work with our strategic client in the energy sector supporting a major project in electricity transmission.
The senior project manager role is an opportunity to be a part of our expansion and help us deliver distinctive value for our clients - by managing and delivering key projects and programmes on behalf of our clients.
Specifically, we are seeking experienced candidates who can evidence their success in management of projects during pre-construction phases, through optioneering, development and consenting, delivering client projects to time, cost and quality requirements within regulated sectors, management of health, safety and environmental risks throughout the project lifecycle & management and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams to achieve project outcomes.
This role is based in the regional office with travel throughout the UK, depending on the location of project sites
Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are :
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 promote 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 robust quality systems are in place, and suitably managed in line with service excellence.
- You will manage delivery 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 the associate director and other senior leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project.
- Managing programme, budget and risks throughout the project lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental legislation and standards, and CDM regulations.
- Providing regular / monthly updates which include health, safety and environmental performance, milestone and activity progress, risk and opportunity management, and financial performance.
- Developing projects during the early phases of the lifecycle, including the development, optioneering and consenting stages, to ensure robust, innovative designs and deliverable programmes are in place.
- Management of the design stage,
including review of the proposals for SHESQ management, project risks, deliverability, programme and safety performance.
- Support the tendering process of projects pre-delivery, working with procurement and commercial teams to develop appropriate contracting strategies, and providing expert input to the production of scope, site and works Information.
- Management of project delivery, design, safety by design, commissioning, scheme closure and post-completion requirements.
- Act as the key interface between the project and both internal and external teams and stakeholders, maintaining and developing relationships.
- Manage and co-ordinate contractors and project teams, including the co-ordination and integration of projects across delivery interfaces,
to successfully deliver projects to time, cost and specification and with minimal disruption.
- Manage complex third-party issues, land, consents, grantors, public relations and community stakeholders.
- Chair monthly progress and cost review meetings and regularly attend weekly site meetings.
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 lead and manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs).
- 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’ll need to have :
- Experienced in relevant legislation as applicable to complex projects
- Good understanding of HS&E; management systems and requirements
- Experienced in environmental management and control
- Good understanding of technical documentation
- Experienced in the management of NEC contracts in project delivery
- Knowledge of risk management processes for both schedule and cost analysis
- Knowledge of project handover records
- Experienced in formal hazard review process.
- Understanding of procurement associated with complex projects
- Leads others effectively, gives clear direction and coaches and supports others to reach their full potential
- Persuades and influences others successfully towards a desired course of action.
- Demonstrates a better perspective and explores innovative approaches in pursuit of a better way.
- Presents clearly and communicates effectively in a confident manner.
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 leading parts of projects within large, diverse teams.
- Experience of developing and forming relationships with 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.
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