You have a degree qualification in a relevant discipline and are a member of a professional body institute such as RICS, CIOB or APM. You have proven experience with higher education clients. You have a track record of winning and delivering work for new build, refurbishment, and infrastructure works and estate master planning experience in the delivery of complex HE projects. You have wide experience of strategic advice on the built environment such as estate strategies, master planning, decarbonisation, and technology. You have experience in contract administration and using various forms of contract, in particular, NEC will be preferable. You have experience in negotiating, influencing and communication skills to command professional respect at all levels. You are digitally savvy, can build lasting client relationships and lead high-performing teams within a commercial environment. You will have a cost consultancy practice and be hungry to grow your career and enjoy the opportunities Mace has to offer. Senior Project Manager (South West England) - University sector The opportunity Project: A variety of university projects across the South West England. This role is to work as part of the wider university UK team as part of the senior leadership team. The UK university sector is undergoing continuous change as a result of the pandemic that will change the way the built environment meets the needs of its users, becoming more flexible and adaptable to blending ways of learning. Decarbonisation of the university estate continues more than ever to be a priority and in line with the Mace priorities, we continue to support universities in achieving their own ambitions in response to the climate emergency declarations. At Mace, we have extensive experience delivering projects, estate strategies, estate master planning and supporting the decarbonisation of their estate for a wide range of university clients across the UK. We are currently expanding our university team and are seeking a talented senior project manager to join us, this opportunity will support and grow our project and programme management services and will be instrumental in driving numerous high-profile projects, making it an essential addition to our team. The role will involve taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery, often with respect to large and complex commissions within the public and private sectors. You will get the opportunity to work on prestigious projects with high profile clients in an exciting time for Mace as we continue to develop our market offerings. Your responsibilities will include: Successful delivery of the project or programme - managing, monitoring and coordinating all key aspects of the project, including but not limited to, cost, value, risk, logistics, neighbour relations, safety, quality, M&E, design and environment. Ensuring project control and admin documents are produced and regularly reviewed/updated (PEP, programme, risk register and etc.). Managing and monitoring the performance of the professional team and the main contractor with one vision throughout the project lifecycle. Establishing appropriate project reporting procedures and systems and preparing regular/monthly quality, cost and progress/programme reports to the client. Setting up and chairing regular progress meetings throughout all RIBA stages and reporting on project and commercial progress, issues and risks. Managing and developing the team to ensure the client’s vision is adhered to, goals are met and that the project team are supported and motivated throughout. Line management as and when required. Overseeing the production of tender schedules and contributing to the procurement of trade contractors. Issuing the instructions, on behalf of the client, to the contractor and any professional team in accordance with the terms of their appointment or the building contract. Advising the client of any decisions required and obtaining authorisation. Assessing resources available on a regular basis and bringing in additional support/specialist expertise. Ensuring close-out and practical completion schedules are completed and issued. Preparing detailed project plans and providing financial reports on time (forecasts, budgets, income, fees and etc.).