Project Manager

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 in every project.

Delivering complex projects faster, safer, and more sustainably than ever before is down to the exceptional people who work at Mace – people who hold the same values but who have different backgrounds, experiences, and ideas.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an array of employee benefits to suit diverse individual needs. These include: 22 days’ annual leave, Christmas shut down days, 2 paid Mace days to assist with work life balance, generous company pension scheme, private medical insurance, dental insurance, life assurance, cycle-to-work scheme, paid volunteer leave and many discounts for retail and restaurants.

Creating a truly diverse and inclusive workforce is at the top of our agenda. We welcome everyone who shares the Mace values, regardless of background, culture, disability, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation. We’re committed to supporting veterans, reservists and our cadet force volunteers and pride ourselves on being a Disability Confident Employer. Our six employee networks are vibrant and vocal advocates for diversity and are transforming the way we work by raising awareness and sharing knowledge.

If you have taken time out of the workforce and are looking to return, we also encourage you to apply. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria below, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. Should you require any adjustments to assist during the application/hiring process, please advise us.

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. Sizewell C 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.

We are looking for assistant project managers and project managers. Your scope of accountability will encompass a diverse range of projects, including but not limited to: Design and construction of on and off-site infrastructure, Park and Ride sites, rail works, accommodation campus, temporary cabins, temporary construction roads, hardstanding, utility networks (potable water, comms & data, power, fire fighting water, etc.) and highway works (bypasses, public realm works to adoptable standards).

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.

Manage on-site project activities, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project objectives and milestones.

Implement best practices in project management to optimize efficiency and quality.

Oversee contractor and subcontractor activities, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Ensure plans align and are in compliance to development consent order requirements.

Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring smooth project progression

Work with portion planning resources to guarantee delivery of works and compliance with Integrated Work Schedules.

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:

Demonstrable project management success on large scale construction projects.

Ability to build lasting client relationships and work collaboratively as part of an integrated team.

Hold degree qualification preferably in engineering or project management discipline.

Knowledge of safety and regulatory standards in the construction or energy sector.

You’ll also have:

Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.

Experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes.

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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