Senior Commercial Manager – MEP

Mace Group

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in November, subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site .

Within our construct business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

Our values shape the way we construct and define the people we want to join us on our journey. They are:

Safety first – Going home safe and well

• You will be an 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 possess technical expertise in local Health and Safety rules and regulations relevant to the project portfolio.
• You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.

Client focus – Deliver on our promise

• You will work as part of the Senior Construction Delivery Team, taking direction from the Construction Lead and Project senior leadership team, providing guidance to the wider team.
• You will build relationships to manage and influence senior stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• You will build a strong working relationship with your clients, supporting the construction lead in turning the client’s vision into a deliverable onsite plan.
• You will manage and lead a team of Managers and Professionals, ensuring the principles, structures, tools/capabilities, and responsibilities are in place to deliver area plans and excellence.
• You will address subcontractor contractual claims and change, produce monthly client applications, approve invoices, and issue IPCs.
• You will draft necessary technical and contractual correspondence, commercially manage design consultants and specialist fees, and ensure site team compliance with legal and contractual procedures.
• You will communicate effectively with clients and subcontractors and work collaboratively towards the net zero carbon transition, managing associated carbon emissions and reductions during project delivery.

Integrity – Always do the right thing

• You will ensure budgets and operations are fiscally and ethically viable, meeting organizational and legislative compliance obligations.
• You will support the Senior Construction Delivery Team in influencing long-term strategy development for a sustainable business future.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, clients, and planet, holding others accountable to uphold Mace values.

Create opportunity for our people to excel

• You will support managers and junior team members, fostering an environment of knowledge sharing.
• You will actively network, innovate, and seek best practices, utilizing Mace’s resources such as the Centres of Excellence, Mace Way Control Centre, and Knowledge Hub.
• You will provide technical support to Delivery Teams, promoting ownership and clear roles and responsibilities.

Minimum qualifications and skills

• Chairs monthly project cost reports and risk meetings.
• Strong financial skills and commercial acumen.
• Understanding of project construction plans and measurement of variations.
• Member of senior management and safety leadership teams.
• Knowledge of current construction technology and experience working with various contracts.
• Ability to cascade objectives and manage effectively.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management or equivalent, and CSCS certification.

Preferred qualifications and experience

• Membership of MCIOB / MAPM / MRICS / MICE or equivalent.
• Experience in delivering projects in the construction sector.
• Construction management expertise and experience leading large teams.
• Stakeholder relationship management and knowledge of sustainability considerations in projects.
• Contract law knowledge, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you do not meet all criteria, please apply as you may be the best fit for this or other roles. We also offer flexible, part-time, and hybrid working options where suitable.

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