Project Advisor

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.

The Project
Our Transportation team is growing in Bristol and we have an exciting opportunity for a Project Advisor/ Cost Controller to join our Rail team on a full-time permanent contract. As Project Advisor you will represent Mace whilst interfacing with our key clients. 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.

responsible for overseeing and managing the budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting processes for specific projects within the organization. This role involves analyzing project financial data, preparing cost reports, and ensuring that the project's financial resources are used efficiently.

You will be required to work in the office 3 days per week.

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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

You'll Need To Have

• Experience working in the Rail sector. Sound understanding of Network Rail procedures.
• Determines and arranges project management, technical services and external resources required for the project on an individual and team basis on behalf of client organisation.
• Collaborates with the team/s (client, design team and other consultants, and contractor) and all stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the project in line with all expectations communicating strategies to the team.
• Demonstrates Mace's value of Safety First, exhibiting visible safety behaviours and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework.
• Provides subject matter knowledge to support the team(s) from the broader Mace projects and business units to assist in ensuring the best project outcome.
• Delivers the project objectives in line with the Project Execution Plan, leads and manages the project team/s and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Prepares and modifies where necessary project plans and keeps them updated and relevant over the course of the project/s.
• Oversees project timeframes and budgets, ensuring successful delivery of projects, highlighting any risks, challenges and mitigations..
• Collaborates with relevant stakeholders and ensures robust quality systems are in place and suitably managed and monitored in line with Service Excellence.
• Leads and records relevant meetings, providing relevant parties with contextual information and analysis.
• Partners with relevant stakeholders and is actively involved in risk management and mitigation treatments.
• Effectively coordinates and communicates with all project stakeholders, ensuring completion of responsibilities/tasks and that appropriate standards and records are documented and maintained.
• Takes ownership of project changes, as and when necessary, tracking project changes and ensuring they are progressed and formalised within the agreed timeframes.
• Responsible for ensuring approved handover documentation is coordinated and provided prior to practical completion.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations
• Develop and maintain project budgets and financial forecasts.
• Support Project Managers and department heads to gather budgetary information and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Monitor project budget performance and provide regular updates to Project Manager to action
• Analyze project financial data to identify trends, variances, and areas for cost improvement.
• Prepare detailed project cost reports and support the Project Manager in presenting findings to senior management and project stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of project financial information
• Proven experience in cost control, project accounting, or financial management.
• Implement and maintain cost control procedures to ensure efficient use of project resources.
• Monitor and review project costs, ensuring they are within budget.
• Identify and recommend cost-saving measures and process improvements specific to projects.

You'll Also Have

• Experience of the UK rail industry and its regulatory framework.
• Knowledge of Network Rails Project governance
• Accredited NEC4 Project Manager
• Formal qualification in Project Management, Finance or Accounting.
• Member of a relevant professional body with chartered status

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.