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Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
The project: In the energy sector, the UK will need to invest up to £900 billion of capital expenditure to enable a net zero economy by 2050. For our clients in the sector, this means delivering complex projects and programmes delivering low-carbon technologies and infrastructure. And doing so safely, efficiently, and at pace.
Decarbonisation of energy is currently constrained by the capacity of, and connection to, the electricity network. This role will be at the forefront of this, contributing to the delivery of construction projects increasing capacity on the network, and connecting new generation and storage into the grid. Working closely with client and contractor teams, you will manage and drive project controls activities on major projects and programmes. This may include the set-up of project controls functions, delivery of day-to-day services, and continuous improvement of existing operations to enable greater productivity and performance across the portfolio.
You'll be responsible for:
* Managing and co-ordinating the project controls resources, forecasting resource requirements and ensuring sufficient resource is available to deliver the requirements of the project controls function.
* Owning all aspects of the planning process - integrated programme, critical path, client and contractor programmes and the contractor programmes.
* Providing an accurate picture of progress against baseline, identifying and articulating key programme issues and action plan.
* Managing safe, high‐quality and compliant project delivery, championing inclusion and wellbeing.
* Directing key assignments, strengthen industry relationships and provide expert PMO and project controls leadership.
* Overseeing budgets, ensure ethical and legislative compliance, and shape long‐term strategic growth.
* Mentoring teams, build talent pipelines, and foster innovation through strong networks and best practice.
You'll need to have:
* Advanced knowledge or project and programme management and project controls.
* Advanced knowledge of project planning skills, Primavera planning software, and earned value management.
* Detailed understanding of risk management and QSRA outputs.
* Experience of leading and managing people through complex changes in project controls.
Our values
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation. xxuwjjq
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.
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