Senior Project Manager
@ Mace

Manchester, England, United Kingdom
On Site
Full-time / Regular
Posted 5 days ago

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About Mace

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating responsible places that have a transformative impact on our people, communities, and societies worldwide. Learn more about our culture and priorities on our strategy site.

Role Overview

The Senior Project Manager role supports three highways projects by delivering NEC4 project management services. This includes all aspects of contract management, reporting, financial performance, risk management, and compliance with contract requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Provide NEC4 project management by preparing assessments, reports, and certificates.
  • Oversee contract management and administration of supplier contracts.
  • Manage project budgets, forecasts, and risk assessments.
  • Lead design, consultant teams and stakeholder engagement.
  • Ensure robust quality systems from project inception to delivery.

Core Values & Skills

At Mace, safety, client focus, integrity, and creating opportunities are key. You will promote safety, adhere to local H&S standards, manage quality systems, and develop sustainable business practices while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

  • NEC4 ECC PM accreditation.
  • Membership of APM, ICE or equivalent.
  • Substantial highways or infrastructure project management experience.
  • Strong commercial, financial acumen and stakeholder management skills.
  • Understanding of sustainability and carbon considerations.

Work Arrangement

This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days on site or at the client’s office and 2-3 days from Mace’s office or home.

Key skills/competency

  • NEC4
  • Highways
  • Project Management
  • Contract Management
  • Budgeting
  • Risk Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Quality Assurance
  • Safety
  • Sustainability

How to Get Hired at Mace

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor expertise to NEC4 requirements.
  • Highlight project delivery: Emphasize highways and infrastructure roles.
  • Showcase leadership: Detail team management and stakeholder engagement.
  • Prove technical competence: Demonstrate commercial and budget skills.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review NEC4 project management guidelines.
Study contract administration and compliance details.
Brush up financial forecasting and budgeting skills.
Update technical expertise on highways infrastructure.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging project delivery experience.
Explain your approach to stakeholder management.
Discuss team leadership in high-pressure situations.
Share a scenario of conflict resolution.

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