Deputy Project Lead – Complex Capital Programs (Cornwall)

Mace; Truro; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is seeking a deputy project lead in Cornwall to coordinate scheme-level activities, linking the trust, Directorates and wider programme to enable effective delivery. The role focuses on governance, assurance and integration across scope, cost and risk, while driving informed decision-making and addressing issues in line with programme standards.

We welcome flexible and hybrid work options where suitable.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in a relevant discipline (e.g., project management, construction, engineering).
• Professional project management qualification (APM/PRINCE2 or equivalent).
• Proven experience on large, complex capital programmes or major infrastructure schemes.
• Strong governance, assurance and reporting experience in regulated public-sector environments.
• Experience supporting HMT Green Book-compliant business cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage scheme-level stakeholder engagement, governance and assurance.
• Drive collaborative relationships across trusts, partners and alliances.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, interfaces and scheme integration.
• Manage risks, issues, dependencies and change control processes.
• Provide evidence-based insights supporting governance decisions.
• Champion design and industrialisation principles.
• Coordinate operational readiness, assurance and continuous improvement.
• Support delivery of strategic outcomes and patient benefits.

Skills

Degree in PM/Engineering

PM Certification

Capital projects

Public sector governance

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

Mace is seeking a deputy project lead in Cornwall to coordinate scheme-level activities, linking the trust, Directorates and wider programme to enable effective delivery. The role focuses on governance, assurance and integration across scope, cost and risk, while driving informed decision-making and addressing issues in line with programme standards.

We welcome flexible and hybrid work options where suitable.