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: Our consult team is now at the heart of the UK’s response to that challenge, having been appointed by the Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) as Programme Delivery Partner to the Science Capability in Animal Health (SCAH) Programme - a major infrastructure scheme that will create a state-of-the-art National Science Centre for Animal Health, at The Animal and Plant Health Agency’s (APHA) Science campus in southern England.
The programme involves a wide range of activities, including enabling works, infrastructure improvements, the creation of the main science hub, landscaping and placemaking works, and an overarching business change initiative.
This role requires minimum 2 days a week site office attendance. We are also open to discussing flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Managing the project controls function across assigned projects/workstreams.
- Preparing and coordinating monthly dashboards and performance reports through engagement with Project Managers and key stakeholders.
- Reviewing and challenge cost reports, ensuring accuracy between programme and highlighting key risks, issues and variances.
- Coordinating and administer the change control process, maintaining appropriate governance and records.
- Supporting the production and assurance of contract and project reporting requirements.
- Managing and maintaining SharePoint sites, documentation repositories, and project folders.
- Proactively attend and contribute to meetings relevant to the projects and workstreams under their responsibility.
- Identifying and implementing opportunities for process improvement and reporting efficiencies.
- Developing, maintaining and updating project controls plans, procedures and governance processes.
- Preparing presentations, management reports and stakeholder briefing materials.
You’ll need to have:
- Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
- Experience on Project Controls on construction delivery projects.
- Good communication skills between cross functionalities and stakeholders.
- Good understanding and ability to use and analyse Primavera P6.
- Working knowledge of PMO and Project Controls tools, techniques, and software (e.g. MS office and Power BI, Aconex, Primavera P6 and Risk Hive).
- Knowledge on Aconex is desirable.
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.
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