Global Head of Planning

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in November subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

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.

The project:

Mace is looking to recruit a global head of planning who will overlook our 4 geographical hubs (Europe, MENA, APAC, Americas) across all our markets (sectors) including transport (rail, aviation, highways, ports), resilience (water, nuclear, utilities), defence, central government, local authority, health & life sciences, education and private (retail, corporate real estate).

The successful candidate may have worked for a leading global consultancy and worked across multiple countries and sectors. Managing and leading a large planning team who specialise in P6.

The role will require leading on a commission as well as leading the planning team across all our markets and geographical hubs.

Our values shape the way we consult:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

1. 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.
2. You will possess advanced technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
3. 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:

1. You will lead the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
2. You will hold full accountability for the long-term success of planning performance for specified engines/sectors/hubs, and the overall contribution to the broader company goals.
3. You will be accountable for ensuring projects and tenders are effectively planned, scheduled, and monitored.
4. Leadership of the overall delivery of strategy, objectives & all projects for the planning portfolio, in line with overall Mace strategy and priorities.
5. Ownership of the planning portfolio planning & budgeting, business operational resource requirements, ensures compliance with Mace Group reporting cycles and establishing KPIs & OKDs (objectives & key deliverables).
6. Accountable for delivery of annual financial and operating targets for the planning portfolio (including KPIs, OKDs & business outcomes).
7. Oversees & promotes effective relationships externally with all clients, suppliers, partners & internally across the CoE community & the wider business.
8. Utilises comprehensive expertise in planning domain to provide expertise counsel & support (including to engine leadership) on projects.
9. Oversees the definition & implementation of the service excellence plan creating real distinctive value.
10. Champions innovation & provides thought leadership across the planning portfolio.
11. Leads the development of service propositions, specific tools & deployment models within the areas of responsibility.
12. Collaborates & partners with others across the business & identifies and promotes cross selling opportunities.
13. Accountable for ensuring required leadership and capability is implemented to deliver the business ambition.
14. Member of business senior leadership team, inputs into & influences planning portfolio in line with overall engine business strategy.
15. Demonstrates 'good organisation citizenship' by working in an enterprise-wide way.
16. Leads planning portfolio by example, setting & working by high standards.
17. Represents Mace & planning portfolio, manages & influences key C-suite & senior external relationships.
18. Provides executive leadership and direction across the planning portfolio & across the business.
19. Promotes & champions the highest standards and adherence to health, safety & wellbeing across portfolio.
20. Provides thought leadership, industry expertise & expert counsel across the planning portfolio to senior leadership teams.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

1. You will have full budgetary oversight and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable.
2. You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet.

Create opportunity for our people to excel:

1. You will mentor, coach, and develop your project team.
2. You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice.
3. You will use your network to identify talent, lead recruitment, and manage the development of people.

You'll need to have:

1. You are digitally savvy, can build lasting client relationships and lead strong, motivated teams.
2. You will have a construction or project management background and be hungry to grow your career.

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.

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