Mace
Associate Director - Commercial Consultancy (Utilities)
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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 client is the utilities provider in the South-East geographic area. Their purpose is to deliver services in an environmentally sustainable, economically beneficial, and socially responsible manner and create sustainable long-term value for all.
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You will work within capital delivery, and you will work with project teams in a collaborative environment interacting positively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for the simultaneous delivery of a number of water and water recycling projects and/or programmes within their AMP8 programme. The role will ensure our clients project governance procedures are followed including risk, cost and change control and will work collaboratively with other teams across the business to deliver projects.
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You’ll be responsible for: Providing strategic leadership to deliver client commitments, managing contracts, risk and commercial outcomes. Upholding ethical, compliant operations, supporting net zero ambitions and responsible business delivery. Developing high‑performing teams through inclusive leadership, capability building and continuous improvement. Managing commercial delivery through robust contract administration, commercial reporting, valuations and cost control. Overseeing claims, change control and certification to achieve timely, compliant project completion. Inspiring high‑performing cost teams, embedding continuous improvement and best‑practice delivery. Driving process innovation, enhanced cost management services and net zero carbon outcomes. You’ll need to have: Degree in quantity surveying, cost management or equivalent professional discipline. Chartered membership (MRICS or equivalent) with continued professional development. Strong commercial acumen, bidding experience and contract law capability. Proven leadership of diverse teams, senior stakeholders and sustainability‑led outcomes. 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. #LI-Onsite
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