Project Manager (Civils)

Description du poste:

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 consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

Role Overview
The Project Manager leads the planning and execution of strategically important projects within a complex, live operational environment. The role is responsible for the technical, commercial, and financial performance of a portfolio of projects, ensuring successful delivery aligned to project and wider business objectives.
Principal Accountabilities
* Lead and manage the project team across design, procurement, construction, delivery, and handover to achieve defined outcomes
* Champion and embed a culture of excellence in health, safety, and environmental performance across the project and its associated supply chain
* Identify and mitigate risks that may impact project delivery or disrupt operations throughout the project lifecycle
* Deliver projects to agreed cost, schedule, and quality targets, ensuring a smooth and effective handover to operational and/or commercial teams, including readiness planning where required
* Develop and lead high-performing teams, setting clear standards and providing coaching, mentoring, and direction
* Ensure full compliance with all legal, statutory, and regulatory requirements, including applicable standards and planning permissions
* Manage and influence key internal and external stakeholders to support successful project outcomes
* Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned and best practice sharing across projects
Qualifications and Experience
* Degree qualified (or equivalent) in programme management, architecture, engineering, construction, or a related discipline (civil engineering highly desirable)
* Professional project management qualification (e.g. APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner)
* Demonstrable experience (typically 5+ years) delivering large-scale or complex infrastructure/civil engineering projects, with values typically exceeding £10m
* Proven ability to lead teams and manage external suppliers within complex delivery environments
* Experience managing multiple, concurrent and interfacing projects is desirable
* Experience delivering projects within live operational environments is advantageous
Skills and Knowledge
* Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement capability
* Excellent communication and influencing skills
* Commercially astute, with sound financial awareness
* Strong problem-solving ability with a practical, solution-focused approach
* Ability to manage complex stakeholder requirements and competing priorities
* Knowledge of NEC contracts and contract administration desirable
* Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable operating in ambiguous or evolving environments
Our values
Safety first - Going home safe and well
Client focus - Deliver on our promise
Integrity - Always do the right thing
Create opportunity - For our people to excel
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization