Deputy Project Controls Manager

ENGINEERINGUK; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Project Controls Manager to oversee and enhance the Project Controls framework for significant construction projects. This role focuses on delivering client-focused services and leading diverse teams to realize project goals effectively. Ideal candidates should possess a strong background in project management and relevant qualifications with effective leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

22 days of holiday plus 'Mace Days'

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Significant experience in PMO and Project Controls leadership on construction projects.
• Expertise in developing Project Controls frameworks and tools.
• Strong understanding of the project lifecycle and related challenges.

Responsibilities

• Lead PMO and Project Controls teams and manage performance.
• Engage with clients to ensure best practice and effective service delivery.
• Develop and implement Project Controls strategies and frameworks.

Skills

Project Controls

Leadership

Communication

Risk Management

Education

Relevant university degree (e.g. construction, engineering)

Chartered status or equivalent member of professional institution

Tools

Power BI

Primavera P6

MS Office

Job description

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View more categories View less categories Sector Project and Program Management Role Manager 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.

Within our consult 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 consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will be an 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.
  

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• 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 recognised expert in PMO and Project Controls, with a strong internal and external network (e.g. clients, contractors, consultancies and other stakeholders).
• Accountable for the PMO and Project Controls Services performance on assigned commission/s.
• Creates/designs effective PMO and Project Controls framework/strategy/s.
• Manages and directs Clients, consultants, contractors, project team on all PMO and Project Controls management matters.
• Is a trusted advisor to and builds strong professional relationships with Client organisations.
• Acts as the PMO and Project Controls Subject Matter Expert on assigned project/s,/programme/portfolio/s.
• Leads and directs the Project team in the administration of the PMO and Project Controls process, particularly with respect to the cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting to achieve key objectives and the escalation of performance and management issues.
• Leads and directs periodic reporting and structured governance and performance meetings.
• Leads and directs the developing and managing the Baseline (scope, time, cost, risk, assumptions) and the subsequent delivery performance, change and contingency monitoring including the delivery of Quantitative Risk Analysis (cost and time).
• Ensures all activities/operations are carried out in line with Mace Control Centre, Client requirements and prevailing legislation.
• Provides line management to more junior PMO and Project Controls resources and other Project/Programme staff as required.
• Utilises expertise to mentor and assist the personal and career development of junior members of the PMO and Project Control team.
• Innovates and aligns with industry best practice to ensure continued service excellence.
• Leads the delivery of a high performing PMO and Project Control team on the assigned commission.
• Supports the Hub PMO and Project Control Director with resourcing and recruitment for the assigned commission.
• 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 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 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 use your network to identify talent, lead recruitment, and manage the development, retention and mobility of people, and support our people to achieve their highest potential

You'll need to have:

• Significant experience of effective PMO and Project Controls leadership on significant construction projects and management consultancy
• Significant experience of setting up effective PMO and Project Controls management/assurance frameworks/strategies.
• Expert knowledge of PMO and Project Controls tools, techniques and software (e.g., MS office and Power BI, Aconex, Primavera P6 and RiskHive).
• Ability to manage activities with significant uncertainty of solution or outcome.
• Comprehensive knowledge of tools, techniques and software that interfaces with the risk discipline (e.g. Primavera Risk Analyser, Active Risk Manager).
• Practical knowledge of Power BI and other reporting suite tools.
• Strong understanding of construction projects, decencies and interfaces within the project lifecycle and management consultancy
• Deep domain knowledge of providing PMO and Project Controls leadership in multiple sectors (e.g. rail, highways, nuclear, public sector, hospitals).
• Seeks opportunities for implementing improved working practices.
• Excellent communicator and relationship manager.
• Confident presenter and public speaker; ability to capture the audience and clearly transmit the position/message.
• Effective appraisal/analytical skills to support skilled negotiations, problem solving, or conflict resolution.
• Develops and maintains excellent professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including the relevant Centre of Excellence.
• Growth mindset that promotes curiosity, high quality contribution and team collaboration.
• Encourages sharing of best practice and lesson learnt between teams.
• Encourages awareness of colleagues from different technical, social and cultural backgrounds.
• Leads others effectively, gives clear direction, coaches and supports others to reach their full potential.
• Mentors and develops the project team; provides a safe work environment to learn and mature.
• Adapts and reacts well to changing priorities and requirements.
• Demonstrates a better perspective and explores innovative approaches, in pursuit of a better way. Embraces new technology and helps others to adapt.
• Takes responsibility for their actions, leads by example and acts in an ethical, legal and responsible way.
• Understands personal strengths and seeks training/learning/ support where necessary.
• Recognises and activity pursues the collective power of diverse and inclusive teams.
• Champions and operates within an inclusivity environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills to manage relationships with key stakeholders.
• PMO and Project Controls experience delivering a range of project management services on major construction programmes /portfolios.
• Chartered status (or equivalent) and/or membership of professional a relevant professional institution e.g. Association of Project Managers.

You'll also have:

• Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Extensive experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the consult sector.
• 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.
• Practical knowledge/application, and understanding of the opportunities related to data analytics and intelligent reporting, Power BI and other reporting suite tools.
• Experience of working client side as well as consultancy.
• May mentor individuals, sharing knowledge and experience.
• Relevant university degree (e.g. construction, engineering) or equivalent.
• Chartered (or equivalent) membership of relevant professional institution(s) e.g. Association of Project Managers
• Management Successful Programmes/P3O/P3M3 accreditation.
• Actively engages with peers out with Mace within professional bodies and other forum to maintain professional knowledge and work across industry to advance the profession.

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.

#LI-Hybrid

Company

If you can bring a different perspective to help us shape the cities of tomorrow, take a look at the opportunities we have to join us.

Fortune favours the brave - and so do we

At Mace we empower our people to be collaborative, curious and embrace their entrepreneurial spirits. We aim to attract the best and brightest people, whatever their background, to bring new perspectives to some of the most challenging and inspiring projects around the world.

You might be part of our healthcare team delivering critical hospital care units, or our education team creating schools to inspire our future leaders. You could be a graduate working on the world’s tallest building, or be managing the construction of world-leading cultural landmarks. Whatever your passion, we have an opportunity that will bring out the best in you.

At Mace we want you to feel comfortable from day 1, so for any questions about a career at Mace, including application advice, please [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Our clients say that it’s our people that make the difference

Our people think harder, do better and go further. Every day at Mace is an opportunity to think and do things differently. We were founded more than 30 years ago, and every day our entrepreneurial culture plays a huge role in our success. We exist to seek out the world’s most interesting projects that challenge and excite us.

We want our employees to thrive and achieve their highest potential. We are passionate about creating an environment that provides opportunities for the most stimulating and fulfilling careers. We encourage innovation and welcome new perspectives by attracting and developing people with diverse talent who inspire our thinking, challenge our solutions and enhance our culture.

At Mace you can deepen your knowledge, expand your skills, see the world and get to work with both inspiring colleagues and influential clients – whatever your passion, we have an opportunity that will bring out the best in you. But don’t just take our word for it; below you can see what some of our people had to say.

Reward and recognition

We invest in our people and provide a strong benefits package, which in the UK includes:

• 22 days of holiday, plus two ‘Mace Days’ to support work-life balance, bank holidays and December holiday shut down
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Highly competitive maternity and paternity package
• Reimbursement of professional subscriptions and membership fees
• Season ticket loan
• Annual health screening
• Private medical insurance
• Sponsorship of education schemes (on approval)
• Continuous on the job training and development
• Cycle to work scheme
• Our international benefit packages are comparable. Please contact our recruitment team for more information.

We know that many parents can face challenges when balancing the demands of work and their home lives. At Mace, we fully support our people when they choose to balance their career with family life. We offer enhanced family leave, as well as options for flexible working and alternative working patterns to support and improve the work-life balance of our employees.

Our performance management and appraisal approach is based on ability and talent. Top performers are recognised for both their contribution to projects and their broader contribution to the business.

At Mace we appreciate the differences that everyone brings to work and we recognise the importance of people being free to be themselves.

Regardless of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, or affiliation to any political party, we embrace diversity and believe in creating an inclusive environment where every Mace person is treated equally, fairly and with respect.

We are proud partners of Stonewall’s global diversity champions programme that ensures all LGBT+ staff are accepted without exception at Mace.

Mace’s corporate purpose statement is ‘Redefining the boundaries of ambition’.

Support for disabled employees is provided by:

Our recruitment and HR Teams have undertaken disability awareness training and are eager to provide an inclusive and accessibility experience to job applicants and new colleagues.

Enabled at Mace – employee network. Its aims are to support its members and, to "to raise awareness and remove barriers around disability, neurodiversity and other impairments” to support their aim to create an inclusive and diverse workplace for everyone.

Disability Confident – We are using the requirements of the government scheme to create an inclusive environment for disabled job applicants and existing colleagues.

Clear Assured – an externally verified accreditation around equality, diversity and inclusion practice across our business, driving improvements to our policies, processes and practices.

Recite Me – an assistive technology tool that provides access support to all employees. It is located on our intranet site, our website and job vacancy platform.

Mace are member of the Business Disability Forum, giving access to a wide range of resources and information. Our line managers have access to their confidential support line.

Silver Clear Assured Award

ridi - Recruitment Industry Disability Initiative Awards 2021 - Highly Commended Category

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