Associate Director - Project Management

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.

Opportunity to work within a life sciences programme, delivering critical national infrastructure for a central government client. We are looking for an Associate Director
- Programme Management 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 infrastructure network upgrades.

If you are searching for an opportunity to work in a high-energy consultancy team, delivering both infrastructure and property, please register your interest.

This role will be based on our client’s site in Weybridge, Surrey 3 days per week and Moorgate, London. This role will require the successful candidate to pass both BPSS and SC clearance.

• Managing project delivery from inception to completion, maintaining quality and milestones.
• Directing project manager responsible for the project delivery, reporting into the client.
• Managing project budgets and change management to maintain control over forecast outturn cost against budget.
• Maintaining live risks registers and lead regular reviews with the wider team
• Manage design teams, consultants, and stakeholders, driving collaboration and service excellence.
• Contracting administration of contractors and consultants in accordance with their contracts.
• Fostering inclusivity, sustainability, and innovation while upholding Mace values.
• Overseeing budgets, risks, and change management, maintaining accurate plans and documentation.

• Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE) or equivalent development.
• Extensive public‑sector project and programme delivery experience.
• Strong commercial, financial and stakeholder management capability.
• Extensive project delivery experience.
• Proven experience in new build delivery.
• Experience across new and existing infrastructure is desirable.

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 within the role.