Senior Construction Manager

Position Status : This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in June subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe.

To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our .

Within our Consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The construction manager (CM) will work closely with the client PDT’s (Project Delivery Teams), principal constructor, project manager and corridor lead on the program to ensure the best outcomes for the coordinated team.

This position is part of the client Program Team (PT), which is formed with MCS and the client teams to for the program.

The construction manager will utilize their previous experience to drive a culture of best practice for health, safety, wellbeing, and quality across the program.

They will be required to proactively engage with the PDT’s to understand the work scope and provide comments to work plans, and work with the teams to develop resolutions that are best for program.

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are :

Safety first - Going home safe and well :

You will be a leading advocate of Mace's value of Safety First, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.

You will possess advanced technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.

You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.

Client focus Deliver on our promise :

You will lead the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.

You will be the relationship owner and primary contact for Mace executive team engagement, and responsible for ensuring efficient governance to achieve our strategic priorities.

You will be responsible for key client relationship management, and converting the client’s vision into a deliverable onsite plan.

Acting as a safety leader across a program of delivery works.

Proactively engaging with the various Project Delivery Teams (PDT’s)

Managing activities with significant uncertainty of solution or outcome.

Recommending changes to project delivery plans, identify areas of improvement to put forward to relevant area in business and operating processes.

Walking the sites and evaluating design information, reviewing drawings and specifications.

Reviewing and confirming the methodology work plans, risk assessments and excavation permits to an approved standard prior to works activities commencing.

Identifying any opportunities to help develop the PDT’s delivery experience, through coaching and mentoring of the on-site teams.

Helping to develop the constructors and PDT’s approach to proactive health and safety.

Issuing daily shift reports in a timely manner on site progress and recording all safety, quality, environmental, staffing, access and program issues that arise.

Interacting with clients and other stakeholders to ensure that objectives are being met.

Building and maintaining networks with peer project teams and other disciplines.

Working rotated shift patterns days, nights and weekend.

Delivering results, striving to exceeds the clients’ expectations.

Supporting leadership and direction in the construction and project delivery team, delivers timely feedback to ensure a cohesive operational unit and the optimum use of team skills.

Monitoring work assignments for adherence to timelines and compliance with policies and processes

Helping develop action plans to address performance gaps.

Directing, engaging, motivating, and coaching others.

Supporting negotiations with third parties.

Creating the environment for successful implementation of processes.

Creating and delivering persuasive and engaging presentations to wide range of audiences in our industry.

Directing and strategizing collaboration models, both internally and externally.

Integrity Always do the right thing :

You will have full budgetary oversight and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable, and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations.

You will directly influence long term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.

You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create opportunity for our people to excel :

You will mentor, coach, and develop your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.

You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the Centres of Excellence, Mace Way Control Centre and Knowledge Hub.

You will provide expert technical advice and leadership support to Delivery Teams, creating a culture of ownership, promoting roles and responsibilities.

You’ll need to have :

Experienced understanding of resource, interface, and constraints management.

Experienced construction manager in the rail sector i.e., stations, track, bridges, overhead catenary systems, signalling and communications.

Solid understanding of construction methodology, innovative methods of delivery, technology, planning, delivery, site logistics.

Commercial and basic understanding of construction contract law and an understanding of multiple contract types.

Good oral, written communication, and presentation skills.

Willingness to stay up to date with key industry / professional trends through networking and continued professional development (CPD) and ability to update colleagues and clients on industry trends.

Proficient in office technology, software, and applications.

Well-developed decision-making skills.

Ability to take ownership to identify, solve and overcome challenges, whilst keeping other abreast of developments.

To act as a role model and inspire and empower others. Competent to mentor and coach at levels within the MCS team

Good problem-solving skills

Ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Ability to respectfully listen to others and considers all views presented.

Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; gives and welcomes feedback.

Ability to put team success above own interests.

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 organisation.

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

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