Associate Director - Planning

Position status: This opportunity is for a bid, so it is not yet a secured role. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

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.

The project: Please speak to the Sellafield lead for further information about this role. The opportunity is for a planner/scheduler to support a fast-moving work stream within the Engineering dept in Sellafield.

Note: The work will be office based 3 days per week within West Cumbria. P6 is an essential

You’ll be responsible for:

• Applying local H&S regulations and compliance rigor.
• Fostering inclusive, safe, and high-performing teams.
• Managing delivery aligned to strategy and client outcomes.
• Driving planning performance and business success.
• Ensuring robust planning, scheduling, and monitoring.
• Supporting strategy, governance, and responsible growth.
• Developing talent, share knowledge, and enable excellence.

You’ll need to have:

• BPSS security clearance.
• P6 experience.
• Membership of APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE, AACE, IRM, IEMA or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.  
• Extensive experience in the successful planning of projects and programmes in the nuclear sector is preferred but not essential. 

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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