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 to unlock the potential in every project.
The project: Providing crucial engineering and design review services to a new generation nuclear reactor build with a combined value in excess of 3 billion Euros. To deliver this key scope of work side by side with the contract project managers and, together, manage closely the interfaces with engineering as well as other areas of the project ensuring that governance and stakeholder management is diligently always complied with.
You will be responsible for contract management of a large section of the scope covered by two high value contracts. Both contracts are administered under NEC3 PSC terms and in accordance with regulatory and governance requirements.
Our team is based across offices in Bristol and Bridgwater but with a continued embracing of hybrid working principles.
Our values shape the way we construct, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:
Safety first - Going home safe and well:
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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.
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You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
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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:
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You will support cost planning including ownership of and presenting cost plans to clients and internal stakeholders.
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You will support the procurement process, ensuring stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection and contract preparation are performed effectively.
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You will support the delivery of cost management services to deliver key strategic outcomes and KPIs, directly influencing strategic development of plans.
Integrity – Always do the right thing:
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You will support management operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.
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You will work 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.
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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:
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You will manage teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.
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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.
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You will guide Assistant Cost Consultants and other junior team members to identify and execute opportunities that improve cost management procedures, templates and products to enhance services provided to stakeholders.
You’ll need to have:
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Degree in quantity surveying/cost management (or equivalent).
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Professional membership or working towards i.e. MRICS/RICS (or equivalent), or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
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Commercial and financial acumen.
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Knowledge of value engineering, life cycle costing, contract law and contractual frameworks relating to construction.
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Experience of managing parts of projects within large, diverse teams.
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Experience of developing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
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Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.
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 within the role.
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