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: Opportunity to work within a life sciences programme, delivering critical national infrastructure for a central government client. We are looking for a Project Manager or to support in the delivery of secured projects within the programme of works.
In the next year we will be supporting our client deliver an increase in volume of works in construction compared to previous years, with construction starting on new laboratory buildings.
Note: This role will be based on our client’s site in Weybridge, Surrey minimum 3 days per week, and Moorgate London offices. This role will require the successful candidate to pass both BPSS and SC clearance.
You’ll be responsible for:
1. Managing end‑to‑end project delivery, supporting senior leaders with timely, accurate outputs.
2. Managing budgets, risks, and functional development while upholding Mace values.
3. Coordinating design, consultant, and project teams to meet milestones and drive best practice.
4. Managing end‑to‑end project delivery, coordinating design, consultant, and stakeholder teams to achieve programme milestones.
5. Managing project scope, budgets, risks, and change control to ensure successful, compliant outcomes.
6. Maintaining robust quality, safety, and governance standards aligned with Mace values.
7. Providing technical leadership, reporting, and stakeholder communication to drive effective collaboration and delivery.
You’ll need to have:
8. Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE) or equivalent development with experience delivering life‑science and cleanroom projects.
9. Proven capability managing design, delivery, licensing, and validation requirements.
10. Strong commercial, financial, and stakeholder management skills.
11. Extensive public‑sector project and programme delivery experience.
12. Management of the contractor through RIBA 5 design to deliver fully coordinated design whilst maintaining project schedules and budgets.
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.
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.
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