Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Join the Cost and Commercial Management team to work with a select group of key strategic clients in the Education sector. This role involves advising across a full range of cost planning, project budgeting, forecasting, and strategic procurement services. Responsibilities include conducting feasibility studies and benchmarking, applying value management techniques at project outset, managing estimating and cost planning activities including ownership and presentation of the final cost plan, and overseeing the procurement process from pre-qualification through to contract preparation. You will ensure effective management of post-contract cost variances, change control processes, cost checking, valuation work, and the production and presentation of monthly post-contract cost reports to clients. Additionally, you will negotiate and agree final accounts, act as a key interface with clients and consultants at all project stages, and support marketing and business development efforts to promote Mace in the region. Knowledge of standard industry contract forms and assisting in developing new business opportunities with existing and new clients is essential.

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 welcoming interest from a diverse range of candidates. We encourage applications even if you do not meet all criteria, as you may be suitable for this or other roles. Flexible, part-time, and hybrid working options are available where suitable within the role.

Experience
Previous experience in a cost consultancy practice undertaking a similar role.
Experience working with Education sector clients.
Sound knowledge and ability to undertake and advise on capital planning, forecasting, and strategic procurement.
Strong understanding of industry best practice.
Experience managing people and risk management.
Proficient in Excel including sortation formulas, pivot tables, and graphs.
Understanding of wider industry issues such as Sustainability, Social Value, and Carbon Reduction.

About you
Professional, client-focused, and able to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
Committed to delivering high-quality outcomes and supporting business development.
Aligned with Mace’s values of safety, integrity, client focus, and creating opportunity.

Qualifications
A degree in quantity surveying, cost management, or equivalent.
Professional membership MRICS (Essential).