Mace
Senior Architect - Construction Quality Monitoring
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Architect – Construction Quality Monitoring (CQM) Lead
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.
We are seeking an Architect to support a significant pipeline of site quality monitoring across a multi-disciplinary team. The role will support our offices (London, Winchester, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds) in delivering the Construction Quality Monitoring (CQM) Lead function.
The CQM Lead will deliver a quality monitoring service to:
- Identify build quality and workmanship non-compliance
- Monitor and report on health and safety hazards and risks during construction works
The successful candidate will collaborate with our Multi-Disciplinary Design and Building Surveying team and will have opportunities to work across both public and private sectors for similar services.
Responsibilities
- Deliver site quality monitoring roles in the Education sector
- Provide a strong grounding in building technology, including modern methods of construction (MMC)
- Review on-site work for compliance with:
- Contract requirements
- Good working practice
- Manufacturer recommendations
- Manage specialist consultants, including:
- M&E Engineers
- Fire Consultants
- Façade Engineers
- Ensure effective communication, both verbally and in writing, including:
- Accessing and reporting on online information platforms
- Work collaboratively with:
- Other team disciplines
- Site managers
- Supply chain members
- Apply sound construction judgement
- Have familiarity with JCT forms of contract (NEC contractual experience is advantageous but not essential)
- Manage workload independently and take responsibility for:
- Design and tendering of small to medium-value maintenance projects
- Experience in delivering site inspection reports, including use of tablet capture software
- Obtain DBS and basic security clearances for role delivery
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Requirements
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold a relevant construction degree or equivalent qualification
- Be a Chartered Architect
- Have NEC Supervisor or NEC Project Manager accreditation (not essential but beneficial)
- Bring previous experience in a similar role
- Ideally have experience in the Education sector, with deep knowledge of:
- The DfE’s Output Specification
- Part S: Technical Manual
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Mace Values
- Safety First – "Going home safe and well": A safe, diverse and inclusive workplace prioritises wellbeing and team cohesion.
- Client Focus – "Deliver on our promise": Own the quality of deliverables, achieve strategic outcomes, and foster long-term client relationships.
- Integrity – "Always do the right thing": Champion positive industry influence while aligning with compliance obligations.
- Create Opportunity – "For our people to excel": Drive a continuous improvement culture that inspires development across all teams.
Ways of Working
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates, regardless of whether all criteria are met.
We are also open to considering:
- Part-time roles
- Flexible working arrangements
- Hybrid work options (where appropriate to the role)
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