Senior Project Manager

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in January subject to client's approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

We are looking for a talented Project Manager to join one of our major Defence programmes based in Loughborough. You will play a key role in delivering complex, high‑profile projects that support critical national infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a secure environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to drive high‑quality outcomes in line with Mace’s mission to redefine the boundaries of ambition.

Due to the nature of this Defence project, candidates must be eligible to obtain security clearance (SC). Existing SC clearance is highly desirable. 

You’ll be responsible for:

• Championing Mace’s safety-first value, ensuring exceptional safety, quality, programme, sustainability and compliance standards.
• Managing day to day contractor activities, design coordination and resolution of technical queries.
• Managing project reporting across progress, cost, schedule, risk, performance dashboards and progress updates.
• Supporting governance and assurance activities including gateway reviews, internal/external assurance panels, and programme board submissions (GWRs, PAG, SPAG).
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining accurate project information, systems and records (IMS, CP&F, CEMAR).
• Contributing to business cases, documentation and project approvals.
• Supporting the Lead PM with verification and validation of project outputs including financials, schedules, BIM/AIM, GSL and contractor deliverables.
• Managing baseline updates and support formal change control processes.
• Providing support, guidance and mentorship to junior team members and PMO colleagues.
• Promoting collaboration, lessons learned and continuous improvement across the project team.

You’ll need to have:

• Degree, HND/HNC or equivalent qualification relevant to project delivery or the built environment.
• NEC4 experienced and accredited.
• Membership (or working towards membership) of a relevant professional body such as APM, RICS or CIOB.
• Proven experience delivering projects within large public sector organisations (e.g., defence, security, infrastructure, transport, health or central government).
• Demonstrable construction project delivery experience across all RIBA stages, with particular focus on RIBA Stage 4 delivery.
• Experience in a technical delivery role, working with contractors and client-side teams.
• Ability to work independently, delivering project outputs in line with procedures, orders and governance requirements.
• Strong organisational, coordination and documentation skills, with the ability to maintain accurate project records.
• Ability to mentor or support junior team members.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project or similar project management tools.
• Ability to obtain (or currently hold) the appropriate security clearance.

 What’s on offer:

• Car allowance.
• Hybrid working.
• Medical health cover.
• Life insurance.
• Income protection insurance.
• Pension scheme.
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.
• Family friendly policies.
• 22 + 2 Mace days + 3 days Xmas shutdown + 1 Day every 2 years' service + bank holidays.

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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