Associate Commercial Director - Construction

Mace Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic individual to lead their construction projects with a strong focus on safety, quality, and client satisfaction. In this pivotal role, you will advocate for safety standards, manage diverse teams, and ensure projects align with strategic goals. You will also be responsible for fostering client relationships and driving innovative solutions in construction technology. This role offers a unique opportunity to mentor and develop talent while contributing to the company's mission of delivering exceptional projects. If you are passionate about construction and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing diverse teams and communicating effectively.
• Advanced knowledge of construction technology and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and quality standards for construction projects.
• Manage procurement processes and oversee commercial teams.
• Develop relationships with clients to ensure project success.

Skills

Networking with clients/contractor supply chain

Communication skills

Strategic project management

Influencing and persuasion

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Degree in quantity surveying/commercial management

MRICS/CIOB

Tools

Construction technology

MMC (Modern Methods of Construction)

CSCS

SMSTS

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 strategy site.

Within our construct business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential of every project.

Our values shape the way we construct and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will be a leading advocate of Mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.
• You will possess advanced 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 you manage.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• You will support the construction lead on the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
• You will manage, influence, and negotiate with key senior stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• You will build a strong working relationship with your clients and support the construction lead in turning the client’s vision into a deliverable onsite plan.
• Advises on appropriateness of various procurement routes.
• Advises on administrative procedures necessary for the project.
• Manages procurement process and reports on the outcome.
• Accountable for overseeing a commercial team.
• Responsible for cost and contract management in a timely manner.
• Agrees variations and claims including final accounts.
• Ensures CVR targets are met, and profitability of the project is achieved.
• Develops relationships with clients and consultants with future work in mind.
• Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

• You will have budgetary oversight and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations.
• You will influence long term development of strategy for a 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 mentor, coach, and develop your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.
• 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 will provide expert technical advice and leadership support to delivery teams, creating a culture of ownership, promoting roles and responsibilities.

You’ll need to have:

• Networking with clients/contractor supply chain.
• Member of senior management and safety leadership teams.
• Understanding of current construction technology.
• Exposure to diverse construct projects, contracts, commercial environments and tasks.
• Able to communicate effectively and line manage diverse teams.
• Draws on a range of styles to persuade & influence others.
• Strategic approach to management of projects.
• Understand client requirements and promote Mace.
• Coach & mentor less experienced colleagues.
• Degree in quantity surveying/commercial management (or equivalent).
• CSCS.
• SMSTS.

You’ll also have:

• Understand Mace service offer and promote the business to clients.
• Knowledge of innovative construction technology including MMC.
• Develops relationships with directors inside and outside of Mace.
• Presentation skills.
• Identifies development opportunities for high potential employees.
• Participating and leading initiatives to improve Mace processes.
• Building and leading a high performing commercial team.
• Able to chair project team meeting.
• MRICS/CIOB.

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.