Construction Manager - Infrastructure, Civil and Build

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.

Within our construct business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential of every project.

The Project

A state of art life science fit out in Cambridge, with ISO clean rooms and CL3 facilities in the scope. A very fast paced project, where the quality of the work and the timeline are crucial for the success of the project.

Safety First - Going Home Safe And Well

Our values shape the way we construct and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

• You will be an 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 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.
  
  

Client Focus - Deliver On Our Promise

• You will work as part of the construction delivery team, taking direction from the construction lead and project senior leadership team.
• You will build relationships to manage and influence stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• You will build a strong working relationship with your clients and support the construction lead in turning the client’s vision into a deliverable onsite plan.
• Provides support to team in driving performance and results, whilst delivering performance management, technical development and coaching.
• Responsible for the structure and/or fit out of a specific area or package, including site conditions, programme, quality and safe working standards.
• Liaises with and takes direction from the project package managers, regarding programme and critical path works in the area.
• Leads forecast lookahead meetings for the area or package, working with the package manager.
• Provides detailed planned vs actual data for all works within their area, knowing when to escalate to construction leadership where deviation from the plan is evident.
• Knowing project digital strategy, and where construction information can be found.
• Manages close out of their area, understanding all relevant QAQC Plans and ITPs and handover
• Develops effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Actively seeks understanding and utilise the centre of excellence (CoE) knowledge base and company best practice.
• Promotes and drives the business priorities through construction to production, digital & data and responsible business practices.
• 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.
  
  

Integrity - Always Do The Right Thing

• You will be responsible for the structure and/or fit out of specific areas or packages, and ensuring they meet quality and safe working standards.
• You will support the senior construction delivery team in influencing the 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.
  
  

Create Opportunity For Our People To Excel

• You will support other managers and junior members of 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 provide technical expertise and support to delivery teams, creating a culture of ownership, promoting roles and responsibilities.
  
  

You’ll Need To Have

• Experience delivering life science or healthcare projects in UK, good understanding of building regulations and specific LS and HO approvals.
• Proven experience with complex projects.
  
  

You’ll Also Have

• Working towards membership of MCIOB/MAPM/MRICS/MICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the sector.
• Construction management expertise.
• Developing commercial and financial acumen.
• Experience leading parts of construction projects within large, diverse teams.
• Experience of building relationships with key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.
  
  

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of 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 within the role.