Job Title: PMO & Project Controls Lead
Job Type: Part‑time – Remote/Hybrid
Location: London (Hybrid working options available)
Overview
Mace is committed to redefining the boundaries of ambition through responsible, transformative impact. Our PMO & Project Controls Lead will direct implementation and delivery of PMO frameworks and project controls to support commissions across a range of construction sectors.
Key Responsibilities
* Advocate and uphold Mace’s value of safety first, ensuring exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.
* Champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, prioritising the wellbeing of team members.
* Design and implement effective PMO and project controls frameworks and strategies on assigned commissions.
* Drive best‑in‑class service delivery and engage with wider industry and professional bodies to promote Mace.
* Develop expertise in PMO and project controls, building a strong internal and external network.
* Manage PMO and project controls performance on commissions, including baseline development (scope, time, cost, risk, assumptions) and change & contingency monitoring.
* Consult with project teams on cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting to achieve key objectives.
* Facilitate and lead periodic reporting, structured governance and performance meetings.
* Coordinate activities to align with Mace control centre, client requirements and legislation.
* Line‑manage a team of PMO & project controls staff, mentoring and developing their career progression.
* Support the HUB PMO director with resourcing, recruitment and integration of project controls into PMO and planning disciplines.
* Collaborate on net‑zero carbon transition, proactively managing associated emissions and reductions during delivery.
* Align with senior PMO stakeholders to influence long‑term strategy and sustainable business future.
Qualifications
* Experience leading effective PMO and project controls on complex construction projects.
* Experience setting up PMO and project controls services, audit, assurance frameworks and strategies.
* Comprehensive knowledge of risk tools, techniques and software (e.g., MS Office, Power BI, Aconex, Primavera P6, RiskHive).
* Strong understanding of construction project lifecycles and consultancy interfaces.
* Domain knowledge in one or more sectors (rail, highways, nuclear, public sector, hospitals).
* Proven interpersonal, collaboration, communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to articulate complex information for non‑technical audiences.
* Commercial acumen and experience supporting business development and bids.
* Relevant university degree (construction, engineering) or equivalent.
* Progress towards or holding membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE).
* High‑level proficiency in data analytics, Power BI or reporting suite tools (optional).
EEO & Inclusion
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.
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