At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating responsible places that bring transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies worldwide. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.
Within our consulting business, we combine practical expertise with project delivery consultancy to unlock potential in every project.
The project:
Join our project management consultancy that operates across five global hubs, overseeing work for leading organizations in the public and private sectors. We are seeking a Mechanical Handling & Moorings Assistant Package Manager in Plymouth for a large infrastructure project supporting HMNB Devonport. Mace, as Delivery Partner to Babcock, is supporting major upgrades for nuclear fleet submarines, including dock upgrades to optimize maintenance. Your role involves planning, managing, and overseeing the mechanical handling and mooring design and manufacturing works, ensuring project goals are met within schedule, budget, and safety standards. Effective communication with clients, contractors, and stakeholders is essential.
Our values shape our consulting approach and the people we seek to join us:
Safety first - Going home safe and well:
* Promote Mace's Safety First value and engage in health, safety, and wellbeing standards throughout the project.
* Be aware of local safety regulations relevant to the project.
* Champion a diverse, inclusive working environment and prioritize team wellbeing.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise:
* Manage quality systems to ensure service excellence.
* Support project delivery from inception through design, procurement, and construction, adhering to milestones.
* Coordinate with project managers and teams to ensure timely delivery.
* Review design processes and assist in managing packages through procurement and delivery.
* Oversee procurement, review, and select subcontractors.
* Support construction teams to meet delivery schedules.
* Manage contractor reporting and progress meetings.
* Monitor contractor design, programme, and safety compliance.
* Review quality sign-offs and factory acceptance testing.
* Manage scope changes, technical document approvals, and RFIs.
* Report contractor performance monthly.
* Coordinate with the Temporary Works Coordinator.
* Ensure package close-out upon completion.
Integrity - Always do the right thing:
* Develop knowledge of project budgets, risks, and mitigations.
* Support long-term development of your function or Business Unit for sustainability.
* Uphold the values for the benefit of people, clients, and the environment.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel:
* Build collaborative relationships with design and consulting teams.
* Network and learn best practices within Mace and beyond.
* Manage project parts independently with oversight.
Requirements:
* Experience with engineering design processes.
* Knowledge of procurement and contracts, especially NEC.
* Experience in mechanical handling, cranes, or marine projects.
* Strong organizational and time management skills.
* Effective influencing and leadership skills.
* Good communication abilities.
* Experience in regulated industries (e.g., Rail, Aviation).
* Engineering degree or equivalent qualification (BTEC/HNC).
* CSCS certification.
* Nuclear and Defence sector experience is preferable.
Additional skills:
* Understanding of crane design standards (BS 7121, EN 13001, EN 13849).
* Knowledge of relevant legislation (CDM 2015, PUWER 1998, LOLER 1998).
* Membership of professional bodies (RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE) or equivalent.
* Experience in project management within property or infrastructure sectors.
* Financial and commercial awareness.
* Stakeholder relationship skills.
* Understanding of sustainability and carbon considerations in projects.
Mace values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds. We are open to discussing flexible and hybrid working options.
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