Project Controls Manager

Mace; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. We are seeking motivated individuals to lead PMO and Project Controls delivery on UK nuclear infrastructure programmes, mentoring teams, managing cost, schedule, change and risk, and building strong client relationships in a hybrid working environment.

In this role you will shape strategies, baselines and governance, promote wellbeing and inclusion, and

Qualifications

• Membership in RICS, CIOB, APM or ICE, or equivalent.
• Delivery‑phase experience on complex property or infrastructure programmes.
• Strong commercial and senior‑stakeholder management capability.

Responsibilities

• Manage safe, high‑quality and compliant delivery with PMO standards.
• Shape and implement PMO strategies while ensuring service excellence.
• Lead project teams across cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting.
• Mentor teams and support resourcing to enable success.
• Ensure governance frameworks and baseline management across commissions.
• Provide guidance on cost, schedule, change, risk and client relationships.
• Develop PMO teams and integrate with Planning disciplines.
• Drive compliance and support net‑zero objectives in delivery.

Skills

PMO leadership

Project controls

Cost management

Stakeholder management

Education

Professional membership (RICS/CIOB/APM/ICE)

Job description

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

Mace will be playing a key role in supporting the future of UK nuclear infrastructure. We are searching for motivated and driven individuals to help steer our team in an exciting period of growth. If you are searching for an opportunity join a large, high-energy infrastructure consultancy team while delivering a unique programme,

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Managing safe, high‑quality and compliant delivery, promoting wellbeing, inclusion and strong PMO and Project Controls standards.
• Shaping and implement effective PMO and Project Controls strategies while strengthening service excellence and industry engagement.
• Managing project teams across cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting, supporting long‑term strategic development.
• Mentoring teams, share best practice, and support resourcing to enable people and projects to excel.
• Managing PMO and Project Controls delivery, ensuring effective frameworks, baseline management and robust governance across assigned commissions.
• Providing expert guidance on cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Managing and developing PMO and Project Controls teams, supporting integration with Planning disciplines.
• Driving compliance, mitigate risks and support net‑zero objectives throughout project delivery.

You’ll Need To Have

• Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent) with strong ongoing development.
• Extensive delivery‑phase experience across complex property or infrastructure programmes.
• Strong commercial, financial and senior‑stakeholder management capability.
• Proven leadership of diverse teams with awareness of carbon and sustainability considerations.

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, 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.