Lead Project Controls Specialist

4 weeks ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Mace Full time

At Mace, we strive to push the limits of what is possible. Our mission is to develop environments that are responsible and create a significant impact on our teams, communities, and societies worldwide. To discover more about our mission, culture, and priorities, please visit our website.

In our consultancy division, we leverage our unique blend of advanced practical knowledge and project delivery consultancy to maximize the potential of every initiative.

The project:

Project Controls Specialist for a leading renewable energy producer in Europe.

The primary office location is flexible, with projects mainly situated in various regions.

A hybrid work model is encouraged, requiring only 1-2 days in the office each week, with additional office attendance as necessary.

Our core values guide our consulting approach and define the type of individuals we seek to join our journey:

Safety First - Ensuring Well-being:

You will champion Mace's commitment to safety, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, cost, schedule, sustainability, and project compliance are maintained. You will promote a diverse and inclusive workplace, recognizing the importance of the well-being of your team members.

Client Focus - Delivering on Commitments:

You will design and implement effective PMO and project controls frameworks and strategies for assigned projects. You will facilitate top-tier service delivery and engage effectively with industry and professional organizations to enhance Mace's reputation. You will cultivate your expertise in PMO and project controls, expanding your internal and external network (including clients, contractors, consultancies, and other stakeholders). You will oversee PMO and project controls performance for your assigned projects. You will create and implement effective PMO and project controls strategies for your commissions. You will guide clients, consultants, contractors, and project teams on all PMO and project controls matters. You will collaborate with clients to meet their expectations and foster strong professional relationships. You will provide expert guidance to project teams regarding PMO and project controls processes, focusing on cost, schedule, change, risk, and reporting to achieve key objectives and address performance issues. You will facilitate regular reporting and structured governance and performance meetings. You will be responsible for developing and managing project baselines (scope, time, cost, risk, assumptions) and monitoring delivery performance, changes, and contingencies. You will contribute to quantitative analyses (cost and time). You will work alongside the PMO director and/or project manager to identify actions, recognize opportunities, and mitigate risks and issues. You will coordinate activities to ensure compliance with Mace control standards, client requirements, and applicable legislation. You will manage a team of PMO and project controls professionals to deliver on assigned projects. You will provide technical expertise to mentor and support the personal and career development of your team members. You will integrate project controls with PMO and planning disciplines. You will assist the HUB PMO and project controls director with resource allocation and recruitment for your projects. You will work collaboratively towards achieving net-zero carbon transitions and share responsibility for identifying and managing associated carbon emissions and reductions during project delivery.

Integrity - Upholding Ethical Standards:

You will lead project teams in managing PMO and project controls processes, particularly regarding cost, schedule, change, risk, and reporting. You will support senior PMO stakeholders in shaping long-term strategies for functions or business units, ensuring a sustainable future. You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, clients, and the planet, holding others accountable for upholding Mace's values.

Creating Opportunities - Empowering Excellence:

You will mentor, coach, and develop your project team, fostering an environment for knowledge sharing and experience exchange. You will actively network, innovate, and seek best practices, utilizing the extensive knowledge of Mace group, centers of excellence, and knowledge hubs. You will assist the HUB PMO and project controls director with resource allocation and recruitment for your projects.

Required Qualifications:

Proven experience in effective PMO and project controls leadership on complex construction projects. Experience in establishing effective PMO and project controls services, audit, and assurance frameworks. Comprehensive knowledge of risk management tools, techniques, and software (e.g., MS Office, Power BI, Aconex, Primavera P6, and RiskHive). Ability to manage activities with significant uncertainty in outcomes. Strong understanding of construction projects, dependencies, and interfaces within the project lifecycle and management consultancy. In-depth knowledge of providing PMO and project controls leadership in various sectors (e.g., rail, highways, nuclear, public sector, hospitals). Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships. Ability to collaborate with and influence others. Proven ability to convey complex information and ideas to non-technical audiences. Capacity to thrive in high-pressure environments while managing multiple priorities. Skilled in managing, influencing, and negotiating with senior stakeholders. Strong attention to detail and ability to conduct in-depth analyses. Exemplifies Mace Behaviors (Curious, Collaborators, Contributors, Champions) and leads by example. Demonstrates commercial acumen and contributes to business development and winning work as needed. Effective communication and engagement skills, capable of persuading and influencing colleagues and stakeholders. Strong networking abilities. Ability to contribute to building high-performing teams. Capacity to lead and influence others. Ability to manage challenging behaviors and relationships while achieving positive outcomes. Resilient in the face of challenging situations and personalities. Flexible, pragmatic, and adaptable, while knowing when to advocate for their position. Experience or equivalent in delivering a range of PMO and project controls services within the construction sector and/or management consultancy. APM Planning and Project Controls (PPC) foundation and practitioner certification. Progress towards achieving chartered status (or equivalent) and/or membership in a relevant professional institution (e.g., Association of Project Managers).

Additional Qualifications:

Membership in RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE, or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development. Extensive experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programs in the consultancy sector. Deep expertise in property or infrastructure project management. Strong commercial and financial acumen. Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams. Experience in managing relationships with key senior stakeholders. Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will influence the projects you work on.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply, as you may still be the ideal candidate for this role or another within our organization.

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

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