Mace
Assistant Construction Consultant - Rail
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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:
Our Rail team is growing and we have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Construction Assurance Specialist to join us on a permanent basis. In this role you will represent Mace whilst interfacing with our key client Network Rail.
Reporting to the Construction Manager you will deliver construction assurance and governance for third-party and outside party works, ensuring safety and integrity of Network Rail’s infrastructure.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Monitoring construction activities to ensure compliance with standards and governance.
- Supporting constructability reviews and design risk assessments.
- Validating interdisciplinary checks to maintain quality assurance.
- Reviewing and approving construction phase and work package plans.
- Collating and submitting documentation for acceptance and compliance.
- Tracking and reporting discrepancies between planned and actual works.
- Assisting with AMP/EIS processes for asset data exchange.
- Identifying and report quality or performance issues promptly.
- Liaising with site teams and stakeholders to drive collaboration.
- Maintaining site diaries and contribute to assurance reporting.
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You’ll need to have:
- Knowledge of Network Rail standards and assurance principles.
- Experience delivering rail projects and managing construction activities.
- Ability to interpret technical documentation and apply H&S procedures.
- Strong communication, organisation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Working towards professional membership and developing commercial acumen.
- Awareness of sustainability and carbon considerations in project delivery.
- Ability to travel to sites across London
40 hour weeks
Salary guide: £36,000-£40,800 per annum basic + Car allowance
Our values
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- 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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