Associate Project Director – Ministry of Justice

About the Opportunity

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Associate Project Director

About Mace

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 strategy site.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a team delivering a multi-billion long-term programme of works to increase national prison capacity for the Ministry of Justice (MoJ).

You’ll be a member of the senior leadership team across a national programme of works with focus on delivering projects using best practice and experience. The role will require leadership of multiple projects/a sub-programme and the associated teams across a range of delivery partner services which Mace provide to the MoJ. Project stages will vary from inception to post-completion.

About You

• 7+ years previous work experience in project management (or equivalent)
• MAPM/MCIOB/MRICS/MICE or equivalent
• Tertiary qualifications in related (project management and/or construction-related discipline), non-related degree or equivalent professional experience/apprenticeship, combined with a demonstrable intermediate level of role knowledge
• Appropriate Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card
• Proven experience in project management, managing small to medium, and large-sized projects
• Proven understanding of project management methodologies and practices
• Proven understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, DfMA and MMC
• Developed communication, presentation and project planning and development skills
• Proactively manage internal budgets and fees, delivering agreed outcomes
• Experience in delivering projects under NEC forms of contract
• Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams
• Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders
• Advanced proficiency in communicating, negotiating and collaborating with contractors and stakeholders

Eligibility

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 below, 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 (Dependant on geography with BUD approval). Should you require any adjustments to assist during the application/hiring process please advise us.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on a multi-billion long-term programme
• Be part of a senior leadership team delivering national projects
• Work in a high-energy infrastructure consultancy team
• Contribute to increasing national prison capacity
• Supportive and inclusive working environment

About Company

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. If you are searching for an opportunity to play a leading part in a high-energy infrastructure consultancy team while delivering a unique programme, please register your interest.