Benefits Realisation Management Lead

Mace; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in the UK is seeking a Benefits Management Lead to manage and align benefits with business objectives in major programmes. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in benefits management, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle complex activities. This role also offers flexibility, with part-time and hybrid options available. Join us to help redefine the boundaries of ambition and ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in benefits management on major programmes or projects.
• Expertise in benefits strategy and investment appraisal methods.
• Ability to manage complex activities with uncertain outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Plan and align benefits with programme business case targets.
• Develop frameworks for benefits integration into scheme business cases.
• Monitor delivery and report progress against KPIs.

Skills

Benefits management expertise

Strategic planning

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

Benefits Management Lead

Join to apply for the Benefits Management Lead role at Mace. Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

The Project

Anglian Water has confirmed an unincorporated joint venture between AtkinsRéalis, Mace and Turner and Townsend as its new programme delivery partner (PDP) to support its capital investment delivery over the next fifteen years. This will begin with the water company’s biggest ever business plan for asset management period 8 (AMP8), worth £11 billion, which kicked off in April and will continue until 2030.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Planning and aligning benefits with programme business case targets and strategic objectives.
• Developing frameworks for benefits integration into scheme business cases.
• Monitoring and assuring delivery, reporting progress against KPIs and recommending improvements.
• Embedding benefits management within PMO controls and programme reporting.
• Designing and implementing benefits strategy for planning, mapping, and evaluation.
• Developing management plans for programme and scheme-level benefits delivery.
• Integrating benefits management into PMO controls, reporting, cost, and risk processes.
• Partnering with client teams to meet expectations and strengthen relationships.

You’ll Need To Have

• Proven experience in benefits management on major programmes or projects.
• Expertise in benefits strategy and investment appraisal methods.
• Strong communication, judgment, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage complex activities with uncertain outcomes.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long‑term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all 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 with‑in the role.