People Logistics Transport Manager

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 below, 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. Should you require any adjustments to assist during the application/hiring process please advise us.

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.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

Safety first -Going home safe and well:

• You will be a leading 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.
• You will possess advanced technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• 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:

• You will ensure the successful delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
• You will be responsible for implementing appropriate programme delivery environments, including People, Organisation, Process, Information and Technology
• You will promote and influence quality and Service Excellence in all conversations and programme interactions.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

• You will be responsible for project budgets and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable, and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations.
• You will support the Operations Director and other senior stakeholders to directly influence long term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• 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:

• You will lead your team effectively and develop others to reach their full potential.
• 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.

Construction Logistics - People Transport Manager

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 below, 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. Should you require any adjustments to assist during the application/hiring process please advise us.

Project: £10bn+ Defence nuclear construction programme based in central Southern England. A 10+ year programme to deliver a manufacturing capability including multiple projects. The programme is in a highly secure site and will require successful candidates to achieve SC+ clearance. This is due to need to work in live and strictly controlled environments that are operating at the highest levels of safety and security. The programme is established and currently in a planning and capability development phase in preparation for the delivery phase to begin in Q

This position is a key part of the Construction Logistics Team that will provide construction logistics transport support to all construction activity on the Client's sites. The role holder is responsible for ensuring that project construction logistics People requirements and demand are integrated into the Construction Logistics Team's planning and delivery of construction logistics support. The role holder will enjoy significant freedom to engage with the wider sector supply chain to assist with the development of the holistic clients Construction Logistics plan.

The opportunity: We are now looking to grow our Construction Logistics Team, many of whom work from locations across the UK, whom form part of the client team. The aim of the business is to bring in suitably skilled, experienced and passionate individuals who will thrive and excel as we continue to redefine the boundaries of ambition.

We are seeking talented individuals that want to join us as a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager that can work with us in our Consultancy division.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting and defining the successful delivery and operation of Secure Park and Ride and Busing & Transport (link to Car Park & Ride, Transport, overnight accommodation & office accommodation) and On estate parking projects or programmes.

Translating project construction logistics people requirements into effective construction logistics plans that comply with the Client's construction logistics strategy.

Ensuring that project and contractor construction logistics people requirements and demand are delivered effectively, efficiently, compliant and safely.

Supporting the Construction Logistics Team, the 3rd Party Construction Logistics Partner and the Client's construction projects in ensuring that construction people are in the right place, at the right time, in the right quantity, with the right people informed.

Functioning as the Construction Logistics Team's eyes and ears on construction people logistics across the Client's construction projects and programmes.

Implementing construction logistics people transport strategy and plans in the projects within the role holder's portfolio.

Producing and providing, to the Construction Logistics Team and its stakeholders, project performance, issues, risks and opportunities in relation to construction people logistics.

Liaising with the Construction People Logistics and Integration Project Managers to ensure that there is a Construction Logistics Team-wide understanding of the planning and delivery of construction logistics across the Client's construction projects and programmes.

Measuring and reporting the performance of the 3rd Party Logistics Partner in planning and delivering construction logistics support to the assigned portfolios of construction projects.

Production of the construction people logistics component of the Project Construction Logistics Plan in conjunction with the Construction Logistics Team's Integration Managers and the Client's project teams and contractors.

Managing the preparation and provision of construction people logistics reporting information to the Construction Logistics Team, 3rd Party Logistics Partner and wider Client organisation.

Ensure that performance against planning constraints is monitored and potential breaches reported in sufficient time to enable effective proactive intervention to prevent them.

Deliver milestones/objectives set by the Construction People Logistics Manager.

Assimilating and validating the resourcing and cost estimates provided by a 3rd Party Logistics Partner for the delivery of construction logistics support to the projects within the assigned portfolio of projects.

Supporting the preparation of robust tender and contract programmes and documentation using the designated planning tool.

Producing project reports or data as required to meet the needs and deadlines of the Construction Logistics Team, the construction programmes and other stakeholders as required.

Supporting and defining the successful delivery of the project or programme, achieving high client satisfaction scores

Working as part of an integrated project team that brings together people with One Vision across several companies, Stakeholders and Third Parties.

Ensuring a safe and collaborative working environment where people thrive.

Leading multidisciplinary teams in matrix organisations to meet client outcomes.

Managing and outperforming against the contract (typically NEC4).

Contributing to the review of project performance and production of reporting to drive continuous improvement.

Determining the project schedule and activities throughout the project life cycle.

Developing detailed project budget and forecast cash flows/milestones from approved budget.

Determining project risks and develop a project risk management plan (RMP), facilitating the risk review process and managing, monitoring, and mitigating project risks through the RMP.

Preparing monthly reporting, ensure reporting mechanisms are linked to on time on budget delivery and ensure implementation of project management methodology.

Ensuring that the highest standards of health and safety are considered as a priority through all stages of the project.

About you

You have previous experience working in a Project Management role ideally within the construction sector, with transportation experience being desirable, and have some NEC3/4 knowledge. You are digitally savvy, can build lasting client relationships and lead strong, motivated teams. You will have a construction or project management background and be hungry to grow your career and enjoy the opportunities Mace has to offer.

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