Associate Commercial Director - Construction (M4)

Mace

The Role

Overview

Senior leader overseeing construction project delivery, safety, finance, and stakeholder management

Key Responsibilities

  • strategy planning
  • budget management
  • compliance oversight
  • programme delivery
  • stakeholder management
  • safety leadership

Tasks

-You will support the Operations Director and other senior stakeholders to directly influence long term development of strategy for a function or Business Unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future. -You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values. -You will be responsible for project budgets and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable, and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations. -You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage. -You will promote and influence quality and Service Excellence in all conversations and programme interactions. -You will ensure the successful delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives. -You will lead your team effectively and develop others to reach their full potential. -You will collaborate with multiple internal and external stakeholders, up to C-Suite, to implement and manage our programmes. -You will be responsible for implementing appropriate programme delivery environments, including People, Organisation, Process, Information and Technology -You will be a leading advocate of Mace's value of Safety First, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards. -You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace Group, the Centres of Excellence, Mace Way Control Centre and Knowledge Hub.

Requirements

  • health safety
  • rics
  • project management
  • nec
  • commercial
  • sustainability

What You Bring

-You will possess advanced technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio. -Membership of RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE or equivalent. -Deep property or infrastructure project management expertise. -Leadership and management experience of large, diverse teams. -Demonstrable track record in a senior leadership/director role. -Experience managing relationships with key senior stakeholders. -Degree/postgraduate (or equivalent). -Extensive experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes in the [aviation/infrastructure] sector. -Familiarity with NEC contracts and major programme delivery. -Strong commercial and financial acumen. -Right to work in the UK (or ability to obtain a VISA). -Knowledge of sustainability and carbon considerations shaping project outlook.

The Company

About Mace

-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.

Sector Specialisms

Buildings

Infrastructure

Transport

Residential

Commercial

Industrial

Logistics

Energy

Mechanical

Electrical

Public Health

Defence and National Security

Health and Life Sciences

Mobility

Resilience

Technology

Manufacturing

Renewable Energy

Net Zero Carbon Solutions