Deputy Project Controls Lead
About The Position
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 major national rail programme is focused on delivering a modern, electrified high-speed corridor that will strengthen connectivity between key urban centres. The scheme aims to significantly reduce journey times, enhance passenger capacity, and support long term decarbonisation goals. Development is progressing toward phased delivery over the next decade. Serves as the subject matter expert for PMO and Project Controls, leading high‑performing teams to deliver best‑in‑class services. Drives excellence in client engagement, champions industry collaboration and ensures Mace’s offerings consistently exceed expectations, strengthen market presence and outperform competitors across assigned hubs.
Requirements
- Experience delivering major rail or high‑speed programmes, ideally within the design or early set‑up stages.
- Chartered professional (RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE) with a relevant degree or equivalent.
- Proven PMO and Project Controls leadership on major programmes.
- Strong commercial, financial and risk management expertise, including advanced digital tools.
- Experienced stakeholder leader with deep sector knowledge and sustainability awareness.
Responsibilities
- Champion Safety First, ensuring exceptional safety, quality and compliance while fostering an inclusive, supportive environment.
- Lead key assignments with strategic clarity, delivering best‑in‑class PMO and Project Controls services and strong client engagement.
- Uphold ethical, fiscally responsible operations and help shape long‑term functional strategy.
- Develop and empower teams through coaching, knowledge sharing and proactive talent growth.
- Leads PMO and Project Controls performance across assigned hubs, ensuring best‑practice and ISO‑aligned delivery.
- Acts as subject matter expert, providing specialist guidance and technical leadership, including digital services.
- Builds strong client relationships, offering expert support across hubs and exceeding expectations.
- Champions net‑zero objectives and role‑models high standards, mentoring and developing others.
Benefits
- We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
