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Associate Director - Project Controls, Newbury
Client:
Mace
Location:
Newbury, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference:
02596a6e6d57
Job Views:
4
Posted:
24.04.2025
Expiry Date:
08.06.2025
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 website.
Within our consultancy business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.
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
* Integrity - Always do the right thing
* Create opportunity - For our people to excel
The project controls lead will work within the programme management office (PMO) on behalf of the programme partner (PrP), liaising with stakeholders across the programme, reporting to the Head of PMO. This role requires SC clearance and will be based in Newbury, Berkshire, two days per week.
You’ll be responsible for:
* Supporting the prioritisation and delivery of strategic initiatives
* Providing oversight of key PMO tasks and exercises
* Coordinating cross-discipline integration to support baseline management and reporting
* Ensuring consistency of approach across partnerships
* Deputising for the PMO lead when required
* Line management and guidance to PMO baseline managers and other disciplines
* Supporting resourcing activities as needed
* Supporting operational aspects of the PRP PMO
You’ll need to have:
* Strong communication skills for all organizational levels
* Excellent organizational skills for managing multiple activities and timelines
* Knowledge of project controls methods, techniques, and tools supporting baseline management and earned value
* Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive project plans to completion
* Attention to detail in project controls inputs, recordings, and reports
* Experience in fast-paced project environments
* Qualifications such as MSP or APMG practitioner, or related experience in project controls
* Experience on large infrastructure projects or programmes
* Experience in nuclear or high-security sectors (desirable)
You’ll also have:
* Passion and a sense of belonging aligned with our vision
* Inclusivity and respect for diverse thinking
* Outcome-driven mindset, seeking excellence
* Integrity, collaboration, and safety at the core
* Commitment to health, safety, and environmental sustainability
* Focus on work-life balance and happiness
* Willingness to challenge the status quo for continuous improvement
* Value-driven approach, future-oriented, and adaptable
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes diverse candidates. Even if you do not meet all criteria, please apply as you may be the best fit for this role or others. We are open to flexible, part-time, and hybrid working arrangements where appropriate.
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