Associate Director

1 month ago


Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Mace Full time

Position status: This opportunity is for a bid, so it is not yet a secured role. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

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 of every project.

The project:

A great opportunity for an associate director to join our established health sector within Mace, which is currently experiencing an exciting and sustained period of growth. The existing team has a proven track record of successfully delivering a wide variety of projects of the highest quality, working with some of the largest NHS Trusts in the country. As an associate director, you will be responsible for leading high performing teams in the successful delivery of multiple healthcare projects or programmes.
This is a client-facing role, responsible for leading other team members, developing the clients' strategy, through to assisting in the appointment of the extended professional team of local and international consultants and contractors.

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

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 delivery from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones.On behalf of external/third-party clients, you will oversee the project management of the project on an individual and team basis from inception to post-completion.Providing leadership and project management in all facets of the project activities to deliver the project to cost, time and quality requirements.Developing and managing effective communication with all relevant stakeholders to ensure that requirements are identified. Developing the clients brief, delivery strategy and leading the design management, procurement and execution of the scheme.Supervising and developing a team that strives for quality, safety, cost and schedule improvements at every opportunity with all delivery partners, challenging and seeking to improve the project deliverables.Overseeing that the highest standards of health and safety are considered as a priority through all stages of the project.Performing non-project related roles including business reporting, bidding, resourcing and others as directed by the business lead.

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. You will collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders, up to C-Suite, to implement and manage our programmes.

You'll need to have:

Proven experience in project management, managing small to medium/large sized projects. Developing budgetary oversight expertise. Developing proficiency in coordinating activities and collaborating with stakeholders. Proven understanding of project management methodologies and practices. Proven problem solving and analytical skills across estimating, scheduling, contracts administration, procurement, financial controls and reporting for planning, estimating, contract administration and procurement issues for various procedural, construction and design activities. Ensure project risks are effectively identified, mitigated and managed, including the proactive management of the early warning process. Developing bidding, business development and/or account growth capabilities. Strong commercial and financial skills and an ability to build up fee proposals and oversee project workbooks.Proficient knowledge and expertise in specific industry of project/role. Relevant technical qualification/certification for project portfolio/s. Sound technical expertise in Health and Safety Executive (HSE) (or local equivalent) rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. Developing a reputation across the relevant sector / market and operating at the highest level of compliance. Has spent time in both a Consultancy and Construction environment (or equivalent).

You'll also have:

Seeks opportunities for implementing improved working practices. Excellent communicator and relationship manager. Confident presenter and public speaker; ability to capture the audience and clearly transmit the position / message. Effective appraisal/analytical skills to support skilled negotiations, problem solving, or conflict resolution. Develops and maintains excellent professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Including the relevant Centre of Excellence Growth mindset that promotes curiosity, high quality contribution and team collaboration. Encourages sharing of best practice and lesson learnt between teams. Encourages awareness of colleagues from different technical, social and cultural backgrounds. Role models Mace values and behaviours.Leads others effectively, gives clear direction, coaches and supports others to reach their full potential.Mentors and develops the project team; provides a safe work environment to learn and mature. Adapts and reacts well to changing priorities and requirements. Demonstrates a better perspective and explores innovative approaches, in pursuit of a better way. Embraces new technology and helps others to adapt. Takes responsibility for their actions, leads by example and acts in an ethical, legal and responsible way. Understands personal strengths and seeks training/learning/ support where necessary. Recognises and activity pursues the collective power of diverse and inclusive teams. Champions and operates within an inclusivity environment.Excellent interpersonal skills to manage relationships with key stakeholders. May mentor individuals, sharing knowledge and experience.

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 organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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