Senior Project Controls Engineer

Overview

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.

EDF are leading the UK's nuclear new build programme constructing a nuclear power station at Hinkley Point C, Somerset and Sizewell C, Suffolk.

• Championing safety‑first leadership, embedding excellence across quality, cost, programme, sustainability and compliance.
• Designing and implementing PMO and project controls frameworks, delivering consistent, client‑focused outcomes.
• Managing project controls governance, managing cost, schedule, risk, change and reporting with integrity.
• Managing high‑performing teams through mentoring, collaboration, innovation and strategic resourcing.
• Managing PMO and project controls delivery, ensuring performance, governance and compliance.
• Designing and embed PMO and project controls frameworks, integrating cost, risk, change and reporting.
• Partnering with clients, teams and suppliers, providing expert guidance, assurance and performance insight.
• Developing high‑performing controls teams, support resourcing, and drive net‑zero delivery.

• Expert estimating capability, delivering evidence‑led insights integrating cost, schedule and risk.
• Strong analytical judgement, understanding change impacts on programme and area delivery.
• Confident senior stakeholder engagement, clearly communicating complex estimating concepts.
• Degree‑qualified project controls professional with major project experience and estimating software expertise.
• Eco Sys (Cost, Change, EVM).
• Primavera P6 (Scheduling).
• Microsoft Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access)
• ARM (Risks, Opportunities, Trends).
• @risk (QCRA).
• Safran (QSRA).
• Adobe professional (Report Publishing).

We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

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 with‑in the role.