Associate Director - Commercial Management

Associate Director - Commercial 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.

This project offers the chance to join a talented Mace team in delivering a major entertainment and luxury hospitality project, collaborating with renowned architects and global consultants. The project involves extensive infrastructure and built assets, delivered rapidly through a hands‑on Construction Management approach, ideal for those experienced in managing both main and sub‑contract packages.

• Provides commercial leadership for specific areas of work & direction to team members.
• Hands‑on end‑to‑end commercial role, from onboarding contractors to site to leading contract administration, execution and commercial management.
• Manages a commercial team to achieve commercial KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversees cost control, valuations, and monthly post‑contract reporting.
• Handles post‑contract management, package management, and commercial performance.
• Evaluates claims, delays, and additional costs from contractors and subcontractors.
• Directly interacts with clients, contractors and subcontractors to ensure delivery.
• Supports net zero carbon transition and process improvements throughout project delivery.
• Applies expertise in FIDIC contracts and payment mechanisms for post‑contract management.

• Degree in quantity surveying / commercial management (or equivalent).
• Professional membership i.e. MRICS (or equivalent).
• Major project experience is essential.
• Main Contractor experience £250+.
• Consultancy experience £1bn+.

• Safety first - Going home safe and well: Champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in your team and local health and safety rules or regulations of the work you’re involved with.
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise: Lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long‑term relationships with your clients.
• Integrity - Always do the right thing: Lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel: Mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.

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.