Transition Integration Lead - Defence

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.

Note: Due to the security requirements of the role, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK security clearance.

• Managing the delivery and integration of major programmes, portfolios, or accounts, setting and executing clear strategic direction.
• Owning and delivering projects of varying scale to support wider infrastructure and programme objectives.
• Driving integration across complex environments, identifying and resolving cross-programme and system-level challenges.
• Ensuring excellence across safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and compliance outcomes.
• Translating client vision into deliverable strategies, embedding innovation across construction, production, digital and net zero initiatives.
• Establishing and influencing build strategies, procurement approaches, and execution plans.
• Managing robust risk and opportunity management strategies across complex delivery environments.
• Building, leading and developing high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Optimising resources and driving performance against commercial and programme baselines.
• Strengthening client relationships while supporting business growth, market positioning and account development.
• Managing senior governance forums, reporting, and decision-making processes across internal and external stakeholders.

• Proven experience leading large, complex programmes or portfolios within consultancy, construction, defence or regulated environments.
• Strong technical capability, with the ability to contribute to engineering-led discussions and solve complex integration challenges.
• Advanced knowledge of project management practices, construction methodologies and delivery planning.
• Strong commercial and contractual awareness, with experience managing budgets, risk and performance outcomes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior executive level.
• Engineering degree (or equivalent) with relevant professional accreditation (e.g. MCIOB, MAPM, MRICS, MICE)
• Experience operating in fast-paced, regulated environments with SQEP status for nuclear engineering/design/project management roles (essential).

• Car allowance.
• Hybrid working.
• Medical health cover.
• Life insurance.
• Income protection insurance.
• Pension scheme.
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.
• Family friendly policies.
• 22 days annual leave + 2 Mace days + 3 days Christmas shutdown + 1 additional day leave for every 2 years of service + Bank holidays.

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.