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Sector: Project and Program Management
Role: Assistant
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
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 strategy site.
The project:
Due to our continued growth, we require project management professionals who will be responsible for the delivery of multiple fast-paced property investments programmes for major corporate real estate / mixed-use development client. This role sits within our consultancy business, specifically the commercial sector so the successful candidate will have the opportunity to broaden their experience and have agility to gain experience and support in all sectors; Corporate Real Estate, Mixed-use Development, and Retail, hotels and leisure.
This role will provide end to end project management across the project lifecycle to meet defined time, cost, technical performance & quality requirements.
This is a client-facing role, responsible for collaboration with project team members and stakeholders. You will be highly motivated, understand developing a project plan, identify any specialist requirements and mobilise a professional team to drive forward the clients' strategy. You will be responsible for management of necessary project governance and assurance tools to fulfil our obligations. As Project Manager you will lead the appointed professional team and remain accountable for all aspects of delivery as lead consultant building strong working relationships with clients and colleagues and supply chain members.
If you are searching for an opportunity to work in a high-energy consultancy team while delivering a unique programme, please register your interest.
Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:
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 champion 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 quality systems are suitably managed in line with service excellence.
* You will deliver and manage project plans from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery programme and agreed project milestones.
* You will manage tasks and associated deliverables in support of senior project managers and other leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project.
* Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
* Assist in the execution of projects, directing activities and measures so that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
* Assist in developing the client's brief, delivery strategy and leading the design management, procurement, and execution of the scheme.
* Help in developing scope of services for professional team appointments, experience of managing tender processes, conduct min-tender interview and recommendation write ups.
* Preparation of funding requirements / supporting business case development for client approval prior to execution of the work.
* Preparing draft appointment / contracts; understanding of lease language / tenant obligations to manage project risk and client obligations effectively.
* Coordinating, planning and managing internal and external meetings in relation to the project, facilitating information exchange and clarifications.
* Effective change management, to manage scope and costs creep, reporting of early warning, and overall financial performance of a project for both Mace and the client.
* Preparing various project health reports, ability to communicate both up and downstream presenting within project team, and client organisation.
* Monitoring key performance management techniques to drive value to the client, capturing knowledge, lessons learned and sharing within the Mace organisation.
* Developing and managing effective communication and liaison with all relevant internal and external stakeholders to ensure that requirements are identified, assessed, and appropriately integrated into the project.
* Monitor and report on project risks and issues, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
* Providing input into client systems including health, safety & wellbeing, project risk assessment and management process to mitigate risk for safe working regimes.
* Conduct regular quality assurance checks and audits.
* Support in establishing effective project controls, governance, and processes to manage the project.
* Manage project budgets, including forecasting, tracking, and reporting on financial performance.
* Achieving cost-effective use of resources and value for money.
* Promote excellence in health and safety management across all projects.
* Implement and monitor health and safety policies and procedures, monitoring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
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 manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs).
* You will actively network 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:
* Right to work in the UK, or ability to obtain a VISA.
You'll also have:
* Experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in corporate real estate / mixed-use sector.
* Commercial and financial acumen.
* Experience of working on projects within large, diverse teams.
* Experience of developing and forming relationships with other stakeholders within projects.
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. (Dependant on geography with BUD approval)
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