Project Director

Roles and responsibilities

• Oversees project timeframes and project budgets, and ensures budgets are managed diligently and highlights any risks, challenges and mitigations.
• On behalf of external/third-party clients oversee the project management of the project/s on an individual and team basis from inception to post-completion.
• Ensures the successful delivery of the project in line with all stakeholders’ expectations communicating strategies to the wider client/ consultant/contractor team.
• Promotes Mace's value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours, sharing lessons learned and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework.
• Supports the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff.
• Provides subject matter expertise and guidance to support the success of the broader Mace projects.
• Oversees management of the client and consultant team and all external/project stakeholders to ensure effective completion of the project in line with client expectations. Actively drives collaboration between all parties.
• Produces design and authorities programme to be integrated with procurement and delivery programme.
• Manages the timely delivery to programme from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones.
• Manages the timely sequencing/methodology and production of staging plans.
• Performs two to five of the following non-project related roles; such as business reporting, pipeline management, bidding, business development, resourcing, commercial strategy and maximising our commercial position, managing Mace contract, contract extensions, cross-selling, invoicing, debt collection and P&L responsibility and other as directed by the senior leadership team.
• Aligns to strategy to place construction to production, digital and data, service excellence, quality, assurance and sustainability at the heart of our delivery.
• Partners with multiple internal and external stakeholders, working in collaboration to (implement strategy/programmes/initiatives).
• Manages, influences and negotiates with key senior external stakeholders (up to c-suite).
• Actively networks and seeks understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.
• Delivers continuous improvements in processes through application of best practices and lessons learned.
• Manages a number of senior managers, managers and assistant managers.
• Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

Desired candidate profile

Performance Monitoring and Reporting
Project Tracking: Monitor the progress of the project, ensuring that it adheres to schedules, quality standards, and budget constraints.
Reporting: Provide detailed status reports to senior leadership, highlighting key milestones, challenges, and corrective actions.
Performance Metrics: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as earned value, schedule performance, and cost performance.
Operational Efficiency and Process Improvement
Continuous Improvement: Identify areas for process improvement, implement best practices, and ensure that lessons learned are applied to future projects.
Technology Integration: Leverage new technologies and tools to improve project efficiency and outcomes.
Resource Optimization: Optimize the use of resources across all areas of the project, ensuring maximum productivity and efficiency.
Key Skills and Competencies:
Leadership:

Strong leadership skills to guide large teams and coordinate multiple aspects of the project.
Ability to manage and resolve conflicts among stakeholders and team members.
Project Management:

Expertise in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, MS Project, Primavera).
Ability to manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables effectively.
Financial Acumen:

Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
Experience in financial reporting and managing project budgets of significant size.
Communication:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills for reporting, presentations, and stakeholder management.
Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Risk Management:

Proficient in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks throughout the project lifecycle.
Problem-Solving:

Strong analytical skills to address challenges and find innovative solutions.
Negotiation:

Skilled negotiator for contracts, schedules, and resource allocations.
Decision-Making:

Ability to make timely and sound decisions that benefit the project’s success.