Project Controls Manager

• Delivers support in all areas of PMO and Project Controls performance on  assigned commissions.

• Effective implementation of PMO and Project Controls framework)/strategy on assigned commissions.

• Day-to-day management on assigned commissions on all PMO and Project Controls matters. 

• Building strong professional relationships with Client/Client representatives.

• Provides sound technical advice and support to Project team in the administration of the PMO and Project Controls process, particularly with respect to the cost, schedule, change and risk to achievement of key objectives and the escalation of performance and management issues.

• Contributes to the periodic reporting and structured governance and performance meetings.

• Guides the development and management of the Baseline (scope, time, cost, risk, assumptions) and subsequent delivery performance, change and contingency monitoring.   

• Monitors the development of Project Quantitative Risk Analysis (cost and time).

• Collaborates with PMO Director and/or Project Manager to address actions, recognise opportunities and mitigate risks and issues.

• Guides activities/operations to ensure that are carried out in line with Mace Control Centre, Client requirements and prevailing legislation.

• Supports junior PMO and Project Controls resources and other Project staff as required.

• Collaborates in the integration of Project Controls with PMO and Planning disciplines. 

• Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition, and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.
   

• Experience working on complex construction projects and major consultancy commissions.

• Experience delivering PMO and Project Controls services, assurance frameworks, and strategies.

• Working knowledge of PMO and Project Controls tools, techniques, and software, including MS Office, Power BI, Aconex, Primavera P6, and RiskHive.

• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and networking skills.

• Experience creating and delivering persuasive and engaging client presentations.

• Understanding of the construction and project delivery lifecycle.

• Knowledge of PMO and Project Controls service delivery within sectors such as rail, highways, nuclear, public sector, and healthcare.

• 5 years of experience supporting the delivery of PMO and Project Controls services within the construction and/or management consultancy sectors.

• APM Planning and Project Controls (PPC) Foundation and Practitioner certification.

• Degree in Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent).

• Progress toward Chartered status and/or membership of a relevant professional body, such as the Association for Project Management (APM).

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 organization.  

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