Mace
Risk Lead - Defence
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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.
Subject Matter Expert and leader for risk management within assigned commission supporting the development of high performing teams, best in class service delivery and effective engagement with wider industry and professional bodies to promote Mace and ensure that service offering continues to meet and exceed client expectations whilst outperforming competitors.
You’ll Be Responsible For
- Risk management performance of all service delivery for their assigned commission
- Acting as a role model and mentor to others.
- Partnering with clients exceeding their expectations and building strong professional relationships.
- Acting as the risk management Subject Matter Expert within assigned Hub/territory.
- Managing and directing the delivery of all technical risk management services within assigned commission
- Managing the delivery of risk management provision to deliver key strategic outcomes and sub-function KPIs, directly influencing strategic development of risk portfolio.
- Maintaining, cultivating and establishing a strong collaborative network, developing partnerships with key senior internal and external stakeholders.
- Managing, influencing and negotiating with key senior stakeholders (C-Suite and Board) on matters of strategic importance.
- Managing the implementation of a systematic performance improvement cycle to continually improve the quality of function/portfolio.
- Working collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.
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You’ll Need To Have
- At least 10-15yrs or equivalent experience as risk management leader delivering a range of project risk management services on major construction programmes.
- Relevant university degree (e.g. risk management, engineering) or equivalent.
- Chartered (or equivalent) membership of relevant professional institution(s) e.g. Association of Project Managers/Institute of Risk Management.
- Actively engages with peers out with Mace within professional bodies and other forum to maintain professional knowledge and work across industry to advance the profession.
- Actively supports professional White Paper development and review.
- Actively promotes Mace Group within professional networks both within the UK and globally.
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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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