Associate Director - Project Controls

TN United Kingdom; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director for Project Controls in Peterborough. This pivotal role involves leading project teams, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving strategic direction. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of project management in property or infrastructure. With a commitment to sustainability and a focus on mentoring, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact. Join a forward-thinking company that values integrity and creates opportunities for its people to excel.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading diverse project teams and managing PMO processes.
• Strong expertise in property or infrastructure project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and maintain exceptional safety and project compliance standards.
• Mentor and develop project teams, fostering a culture of excellence.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Financial Acumen

Leadership

Sustainability Knowledge

Education

Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE

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Associate Director - Project Controls, Peterborough

Client:

Mace

Location:

Peterborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

16

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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 consulting 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:

1. 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 champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage. You will lead the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives. You will be responsible for best-in-class service delivery and effective engagement with wider industry and professional bodies to promote Mace. You will be a recognized expert in PMO and Project Controls, with a strong internal and external network (e.g., clients, contractors, consultancies, and other stakeholders).
2. Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will lead and direct Project teams in the administration of the PMO and Project Controls process, particularly with respect to the cost, schedule, change, risk, and reporting. You will directly influence the 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.
3. 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 practices, utilizing the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre, and knowledge hub. You will use your network to identify talent, lead recruitment, and manage the development, retention, and mobility of people, supporting our people to achieve their highest potential.

You’ll also have:

• Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE, or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Deep property or infrastructure project management expertise.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.
• Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.

Note: This role will require 2-3 days per week based in the client's office in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfill 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.
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