Construction Operations Director

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 and construct business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The project:
Mace is currently delivering framework support services to key clients within electricity transmission in the rapidly growing energy sector. This is an opportunity to work within a key client organisation to challenge the norm and work with them to change the current approach to how they procure and delivery works. We are looking for a senior project manager with a good understanding and experience of design coordination particularly in relation to civil and electrical works within energy distribution networks in general and HV substations in particular.

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 manage 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

• Right to work which will need to be formally confirmed.
• Appropriate experience working within the energy sector in general and HV electricity transmission and substations specifically.
• Extensive experience in project establishment and setup of delivery and controls and processes.
• Experience and understanding of compliance with regulatory and statutory duties.

You'll also have

• Membership of MCIOB/MAPM/MRICS/MICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Extensive experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the Energy/Electricity transmission sector.
• Deep construction management expertise.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Directing and management experience of large, diverse teams.
• Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.

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.

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

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