Senior Planning Manager

Senior Planning Manager

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 Consult and Construct businesses we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

The project:

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Example:

As the United Kingdom Delivery Team enters its 4th year of working alongside the Peruvian Government in the delivery of over $5Bn of social and flood infrastructure, we are expanding. We are searching for a Senior Manager to steer our Integrated Solutions Delivery Assurance team through this next exciting period of growth.

In the next year, we will be supporting our client deliver a 5-fold increase in the volume of works compared to the previous year, with construction starting on 7 city drainage schemes, 17 river defence projects and unique reforestation and early warning systems projects.

If you are searching for an opportunity to lead a large, high-energy infrastructure consultancy team while delivering a unique programme, please register your interest.

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

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• 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 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 manage the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.

• You will support the long-term success of Planning performance for specified engines/sectors/hubs, and the overall contribution to the broader company goals.

• You will support the Planning function in ensuring projects and tenders are effectively planned, scheduled, and monitored.

Integrity – Always do the right thing:

• You will support senior management in negotiations, contract development and other business development, ensuring that due diligence is applied.

• You will support 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 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 develop and maintain effective communication and collaborative relationships with the Client and other project stakeholders, both internal and external.

You’ll need to have:

• [As first bullet point put any non-negotiable requirements for the role – e.g. experience, qualifications, right to work, or ability to obtain a VISA]

You’ll also have

• 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 xxx sector.

• Deep property or infrastructure project management expertise.

• Strong commercial and financial acumen.

• Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams.

• Experience of managing relationships with key senior stakeholders.

• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on

• [Include any other specific requirements for the role as necessary]

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 organization.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role. (Dependant on geography with BUD approval)