Associate Commercial Director - Construction

Mace; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Commercial Director to lead and advocate for safety and quality in construction projects. This role requires advanced technical expertise and a focus on client relationships, ensuring project delivery aligns with strategic goals. You will influence sustainable development and mentor a high-performing team, fostering a culture of ownership and accountability. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, making a transformative impact on communities and societies worldwide.

Qualifications

• Possess advanced technical expertise in local health and safety regulations.
• Experience in managing relationships with key stakeholders and clients.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery, providing strategic direction and monitoring progress.
• Oversee budgets, ensuring operations meet financial and legal standards.
• Mentor and develop your team, fostering knowledge sharing.

Skills

Networking skills

Senior management experience

Safety leadership

Construction technology understanding

Effective communication

Team management skills

Education

Degree in quantity surveying

Commercial management degree

CSCS certification

SMSTS certification

Job description

Associate Commercial Director - Construction

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At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating responsible places that bring transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies worldwide. Learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities on our strategy site.

Within our construction business, we combine practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock every project’s potential.

Safety First - Going Home Safe And Well

• You will be a leading advocate for safety, accountable for maintaining high standards in safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability, and compliance.
• You will possess advanced technical expertise in local health and safety regulations.
• You will promote a diverse, inclusive, and wellbeing-focused working environment.

Client Focus - Deliver on Our Promise

• You will support project delivery, providing strategic direction and monitoring progress.
• You will manage relationships with key stakeholders and clients, translating their vision into actionable onsite plans.
• You will advise on procurement routes and administrative procedures, manage procurement outcomes, and oversee a commercial team.
• You will be responsible for cost and contract management, including variations, claims, and profitability targets.
• You will build relationships for future opportunities and contribute to the net zero carbon transition during project delivery.

Integrity - Always Do the Right Thing

• You will oversee budgets, ensuring operations meet financial and legal standards.
• You will influence strategic development for a sustainable future.
• You will uphold the values of positive impact and accountability.

Create Opportunities for Our People to Excel

• You will mentor and develop your team, fostering knowledge sharing.
• You will network, innovate, and utilize Mace’s knowledge resources.
• You will provide technical leadership and promote a culture of ownership.

Qualifications and Skills

• Networking skills with clients and contractors.
• Senior management and safety leadership experience.
• Understanding of construction technology and diverse project environments.
• Effective communication and team management skills.
• Degree in quantity surveying or commercial management, CSCS, SMSTS certifications.

Additional Desired Skills

• Knowledge of innovative construction technologies including MMC.
• Strong relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Presentation skills and talent identification for development.
• Leadership capability to build high-performing teams.
• MRICS or CIOB membership preferred.

Mace values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds. We are open to flexible working arrangements and welcome discussions about part-time, hybrid, or flexible roles.