Project Manager- Private Sector

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Sector: Project and Program Management
Role: Manager
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time

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:

Due to our continued growth, we require a project manager who will be responsible for the delivery of multiple fast-paced property investments programmes for major Highstreet retail clients. This role sits in our consultancy business, specifically the commercial private sector so the successful candidate will have the opportunity to broaden their experience beyond retail in the delivery of fit-out and relocation projects for major corporate clients.

You will join our team of UK wide Project Managers, delivering several different investment types including, new store fit outs, extensions, refurbishments, planned asset renewals and initiative roll outs. As Project Manager, you will have sole responsibility for the delivery of several projects, ranging in value from £100k - £20m each. Reporting into the Mace Account/Programme lead, the successful candidate will manage projects within a geographic area, ideally centred to your home location, however some UK wide or European travel should be expected.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will promote Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours, sharing lessons learned and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework to support the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff.
• You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• You will promote a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people in your team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• You will ensure quality systems are suitably managed in line with service excellence.
• You will deliver and manage project plans from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones.
• You will manage tasks and associated deliverables in support of senior project managers and other leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project.
• Clear experience of successful delivery of multiple fit-out projects to a high standard, on schedule and within budget.
• Very strong communication skills with the ability to build and develop relationships with both clients and external stakeholders.
• Able to quickly develop an understanding of a client's process and procedures to ensure your projects fit their governance requirements. You will also be able to develop your own Project plans for clients who do not possess their own construction processes or standards.
• Can demonstrate experience of their performance in striving for quality, safety, cost and schedule improvements at every opportunity with all delivery partners, challenging and seeking to improve the project deliverables.
• Have flexibility to the requirements of your projects and be comfortable with regular travel which will include periods of staying away from home.
• Providing regular reporting to the Client to keep them up to speed with risks and opportunities on the project.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

• You will manage project budgets and highlight any risks, challenges and mitigations.
• You will support the long term development of your function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

• You will manage design and wider consultant teams in a collaborative manner to ensure effective completion of responsibilities.
• You will manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs).
• You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.

You'll need to have:

• Experience of working in a similar Project Management role within the retail sector is desirable.
• Experience of managing complex design interfaces.
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility and commercial awareness.
• Knowledge/appreciation of H&S & CDM standards and regulations.
• Good commercial awareness and ability to challenge contractors.
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills and a good team player.
• Proactive approach, capable of effective project planning and making decisions.
• Experienced in the use of Microsoft office.

You'll also have:

• Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Commercial and financial acumen.
• Experience of leading parts of projects within large, diverse teams.
• Experience of developing and forming relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.

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.