Mace
Delivery consultants & construction experts transforming visions into built reality.
Lead delivery of major airport expansion programme, managing teams and stakeholders.
1 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Hounslow, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
7,271 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Buildings
Infrastructure
Transport
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Logistics
Energy
Role
Description
programme management
resource optimisation
stakeholder engagement
compliance management
document control
team assembly
We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent Programme Lead who will manage senior direct reports, demonstrate effective leadership, ensure excellence in delivery, and champion a continuous‑improvement culture.
- Manage coordination and delivery of a major programme, providing strategic direction and aligning with vision and objectives.
- Define and implement the programme delivery environment, covering people, organisation, processes, information, and technology.
- Assemble the right project team with appropriate skills, experience, technical competency, and external specialists as needed.
- Optimize resources and improve performance from the bid baseline by monitoring, reviewing, and evaluating activities, systems, and methodologies.
- Act as the public face of the programme, chair executive steering group meetings and engage external stakeholders.
- Maintain exceptional standards for safety, quality, cost, sustainability, governance, risk, stakeholder management, and compliance.
- Oversee development and maintenance of programme documentation, including processes, procedures, plans, reports, registers, and lessons learned.
- Foster a high‑performing, inclusive team environment that encourages contribution and recognition.
- Communicate the wider business strategy to the programme team and promote related initiatives.
- Ensure commercial and ethical viability of operations, influencing business objectives and meeting legislative compliance.
Requirements
leadership
habitat relocation
environment agency
dco
infrastructure
professional qualification
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.
- Proven leadership in planning and delivering major habitat relocation and land clearance programmes.
- Strong experience working with the Environment Agency, environmental stakeholders, and DCO processes.
- Extensive infrastructure sector experience establishing programme teams and delivering complex programmes across all phases.
- Professional qualification with strong market knowledge and ability to lead large multidisciplinary teams.
Benefits
Mace is an inclusive employer welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourages applications even if all criteria are not met. The company is open to part‑time, flexible, and hybrid working arrangements where suitable.
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
$1.94B Revenue
Annual Income
Achieved $1.94 billion in revenue and $22 million in net income in 2022.
70 Countries
Global Presence
Operates across five continents and over 70 countries.
2023 Expansion
Strategic Focus
Refocused on core consultancy and construction by divesting its facilities-management arm.
- Founded in 1990 by ex-Bovis professionals aiming to overhaul a confrontational construction sector.
- Headquartered in London.
- Delivers iconic projects such as skyscrapers and transport networks.
- Known for projects like the London Eye, The Shard, and Dubai’s record-breaking Ferris wheel.
- Specializes in sectors including arts, defence, energy & utilities, transport, and stadiums.
- Blends consultancy services with hands-on construction delivery.
- Managing programs such as Ontario’s Metrolinx rail tunnel.
Culture + Values
- We are collaborative and work as one team, with shared goals and a focus on performance.
- We are committed to delivering the highest quality, with a focus on excellence in everything we do.
- We operate with integrity and transparency, building trust through honesty and respect.
- We put people first, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and personal development.
- We innovate and embrace change, constantly seeking better ways to do things.
- We act responsibly and sustainably, considering the impact of our actions on future generations.
Environment + Sustainability
By 2025
Net Zero Carbon Emissions Commitment
The company has committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions, marking a significant milestone in their sustainability efforts.
- Focuses on reducing carbon emissions across all operations, including projects and office spaces.
- Works with clients to deliver sustainable solutions and reduce environmental impact throughout the lifecycle of projects.
- Signatory of the UK Green Building Council's Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment.
- Environmental strategy includes reducing waste, energy consumption, and water usage.
- Implemented rigorous monitoring and reporting systems to track and measure sustainability performance across all operations.
Inclusion & Diversity
30% Women
in Senior Leadership Roles
Target percentage of women in senior leadership roles by 2025.
50% Diverse Hires
New Hires from Diverse Backgrounds
Target percentage of new hires coming from diverse backgrounds by 2025.
Closing Pay Gap
Goal by 2025
Aim to eliminate the gender pay gap by 2025.
- Committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace reflecting the communities they serve.
- Invests in leadership programs to support women and underrepresented groups in the construction industry.