Senior Project Controls Manager

Mace; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is seeking a Senior Project Controls Manager in Greater London to lead project controls activities on major energy infrastructure projects. You will manage project controls functions, enforce compliance, and mentor teams to ensure high-quality delivery. Applicants should have a degree, membership in a relevant professional body, and at least seven years of experience. The role offers a commitment to diversity and inclusivity, with flexible working options available.

Qualifications

• Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent.
• Seven years’ relevant experience in linear infrastructure delivery.
• Strong infrastructure project and programme delivery expertise.
• Proven commercial acumen and senior stakeholder management.
• Experienced leader with sustainability awareness.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a comprehensive project controls service including reporting.
• Manage safe, compliant delivery promoting inclusion and wellbeing.
• Develop PMO and project controls frameworks.
• Manage teams across cost, schedule, risk and reporting.
• Mentor teams and drive knowledge-sharing.

Skills

Project controls expertise

Stakeholder management

Leadership and mentoring

Commercial acumen

Education

Degree qualified

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

In the energy sector, the UK will need to invest up to £900 billion of capital expenditure to enable a net zero economy by 2050. For our clients in the sector, this means delivering complex projects and programmes delivering low‑carbon technologies and infrastructure, and doing so safely, efficiently, and at pace. Decarbonisation of energy is currently constrained by the capacity of, and connection to, the electricity network. This role will be at the forefront of this, contributing to the delivery of construction projects that increase capacity on the network, and connecting new generation and storage into the grid. Working closely with client and contractor teams, you will manage and drive project controls activities on major projects and programmes. This may include the set‑up of project controls functions, delivery of day‑to‑day services, and continuous improvement of existing operations to enable greater productivity and performance across the portfolio.

Responsibilities

• The Senior Project Controls Manager’s prime responsibility is to deliver a comprehensive project controls service, incorporating reporting and management information, earned value management, cost and schedule variance, estimates at completion and critical path analysis during the delivery of major project(s).
• Managing safe, high‑quality and compliant delivery while promoting inclusion and wellbeing.
• Developing and implementing PMO and project controls frameworks, supporting best‑in‑class service and stakeholder engagement.
• Managing teams across cost, schedule, risk and reporting, contributing to long‑term strategic improvement.
• Mentoring teams, driving knowledge‑sharing, and supporting resourcing and recruitment for the commission.

Requirements

• Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrating professional or personal development.
• Degree qualified with seven years’ relevant experience in linear infrastructure delivery.
• Strong infrastructure project and programme delivery expertise.
• Proven commercial acumen and senior stakeholder management.
• Experienced leader with sustainability and carbon awareness.

Values

Safety first – We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus – We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long‑term relationships with our clients.

Integrity – We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

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

Additional Information

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.