Mace
Associate Director - Cost Management Office / PMO - Corporate Real Estate

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Associate Director - Cost Management Office / PMO - Corporate Real Estate
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.
An exciting opportunity to join the Cost Management team within the private commercial sector working in a seconded CMO (Cost Management Office)/Programme Management Office (PMO) role within one of our global corporate real estate clients. The role will involve supporting the Cost/Commercial PMO lead across a full range of benchmarking, capital planning, project budgeting, forecasting and strategic procurement services. At Mace, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about cost management and always aim to provide the highest standard of delivery for their clients.
Please Note: The role will be based in a client office in London.
You’ll Be Responsible For
Managing consistent cost management and reporting across multiple projects within the programme. Overseeing cost planning, benchmarking, procurement, contract, cashflow, and claims reporting. Enhancing cost and commercial databases, ensuring data integrity and best‑practice standards. Delivering clear cost control, forecasting, and performance reports for stakeholders. Monitoring project accruals, budgets, contingencies, risks, and change control against baselines. Analysing trends using dashboards and reporting tools to inform future decision‑making. Managing and develop high‑performing teams, driving continuous improvement and capability growth. Building strong stakeholder relationships and champion improvements supporting net‑zero ambitions.
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Degree in cost management or quantity surveying; professional membership (e.g., MRICS) preferred. Strong expertise in cost planning, data analysis, contract administration, and sector‑specific commercial management. Advanced digital and Excel capability with strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills. Proven ability to deliver service excellence, apply industry best practice, and support sustainability and value‑driven outcomes.


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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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