Commission Lead - Operations Director
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Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project.
The Project
Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.
We are seeking a driven, curious problem solver to support our client SZC delivery of our commission. The role will be split between commission leadership and being embedded in the civils workstream, leading strategic red reviews and sprint activities.
The role would be based in London, with the requirement to travel to Suffolk on a regular basis.
We are looking for someone who has a background in major infrastructure delivery, can build teams, drive client engagement and balance part time client delivery with commission leadership.
You will have an established team reporting into you and support from the account leader to really drive a focus on excellence in delivery, innovation and growth. The current commission is 90 people and we have ambitions to grow our commission through driving adoption of best practice and leveraging Mace’s understanding of getting major programmes to work well, moving from a resource augmentation model to an outcome-based delivery partner.
The role reports to the BUD in Resilience and is part of the overall SLT for the BU.
Safety First - Going Home Safe And Well
Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project.
The Project
Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK’s climate change agenda and energy policy. Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment. When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.
We are seeking a driven, curious problem solver to support our client SZC delivery of our commission. The role will be split between commission leadership and being embedded in the civils workstream, leading strategic red reviews and sprint activities.
The role would be based in London, with the requirement to travel to Suffolk on a regular basis.
We are looking for someone who has a background in major infrastructure delivery, can build teams, drive client engagement and balance part time client delivery with commission leadership.
You will have an established team reporting into you and support from the account leader to really drive a focus on excellence in delivery, innovation and growth. The current commission is 90 people and we have ambitions to grow our commission through driving adoption of best practice and leveraging Mace’s understanding of getting major programmes to work well, moving from a resource augmentation model to an outcome-based delivery partner.
The role reports to the BUD in Resilience and is part of the overall SLT for the BU.
Safety First - Going Home Safe And Well
Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:
- 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.
- 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, including generating live prospects and leads.
- 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.
- 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 use your network to identify talent, lead recruitment, and manage the development, retention and mobility of people, and support our people to achieve their highest potential.
- Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
- Extensive experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the infrastructure sector.
- Deep property or infrastructure project management expertise.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen.
- Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.
- Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.
- Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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