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.

We are supporting our strategic client in the UK on their c£5bn capital investment programme to transform their infrastructure. Opportunities exist for Cost Consultants/Managers with MEP experience along with NEC4 pre-construction and construction experience.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Supporting programme development in the production of early budgetary estimates.
• Developing effective business relationships with portfolio team members in supporting the attainment of team objectives.
• Developing effective business relationships with stakeholders in ensuring adoption of functional.
• Quantity surveying best practice in the delivery of portfolios.
• Providing functional quantity surveying expertise and support to the wider programme delivery businesses.
• Undertaking reviews of contract adherence across programme delivery.
• Undertaking contract compliance audits.
• Supporting the commercial function in the evaluation of, and negotiation of tenders, contract changes and compensation events.
• Providing support for development of preliminary, initial and main gate business case submissions.
• Providing senior management with appropriate reports to support decision making.
• Acting as contract specific quantity surveying functional expert in all aspects of price validation and agreement, including dispute resolution.

You’ll need to have:

• Professionally qualified professional with considerable experience (with at least 5 years post professional qualification experience).
• Required qualification = Degree level, HND/HNC
• Member with a relevant professional body i.e., CIOB, APM, RICS.
• Having extensive MEP experience is essential.
• Relevant experience working within large public sector organisations - Defence and/ or Security experience is highly desirable.
• Construction experience through all RIBA stages in delivering projects, making their own decision and advising other members of the team.
• Experience in a technical role managing others including working with client and their contractors.
• Evidence of independent work towards project deliverables, adhering to all relevant procedures, orders and instructions.
• Ability to provide clerical and technical support.
• Experience of managing junior members of the team.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to grow your career and enjoy the vast opportunities Mace has to offer.
• Ability to manage and monitor progress of any given plan, taking responsibility for activities and workstreams on your own initiative.
• NEC4 experienced and accredited.
• A valid security clearance or have no potential bars to you gaining clearance.
• Familiar with the Microsoft Project application.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

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.

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

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