Location
London, Winchester, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds

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. We are seeking a Senior Architect to support a significant pipeline of site quality monitoring across a multi-disciplinary team. You will deliver the Construction Quality Monitoring (CQM) Lead role across our offices, providing a quality monitoring service to oversee and report on construction works, identifying build quality and workmanship non-compliance, health and safety hazards, and risks during the works.

The role primarily involves delivery of site quality monitoring within the Education sector. You will have a strong grounding in building technology including modern methods of construction (MMC), reviewing works on site for adherence to contract requirements, good working practices, and manufacturers' recommendations. You will manage specialist consultants such as M&E Engineers, Fire Consultants, and Façade Engineers as required.

Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential, including the ability to access and report on online information platforms. You will work collaboratively with other disciplines, site managers, and supply chain members while applying sound construction judgement. Familiarity with JCT forms of contract is required; NEC knowledge is advantageous but not essential. You will manage your own workload and work independently, including design and tender of small to medium value maintenance projects. Experience in delivering site inspection reports using tablet capture software is expected.

The role requires DBS and basic security clearances. You will be supported by our Multi-Disciplinary Design and Building Surveying team and have opportunities to work across other public and private sectors where we deliver similar services.

Our values include Safety first - championing a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment; Client focus - delivering on our promises and building long-term relationships; Integrity - always doing the right thing; and Creating opportunity - fostering continuous improvement and development for our people.

Mace is an inclusive employer welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds. 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.

Experience
Previous experience in a similar Construction Quality Monitoring or Senior Architect role is essential. Experience working in the Education sector with deep knowledge of the DfE’s Output Specification and the S25 Technical Manual is preferred. Strong understanding of building technology and modern methods of construction (MMC). Proven ability to review site works for contract compliance and good practice. Experience managing specialist consultants and delivering site inspection reports using tablet capture software. Familiarity with JCT contracts; NEC knowledge is advantageous.

About you
Strong communicator with excellent verbal and written skills. Able to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams, site managers, and supply chain members. Self-motivated and able to manage your own workload independently. Sound construction judgement and attention to detail. Commitment to safety, quality, and client focus. Willingness to obtain DBS and basic security clearances.

Qualifications
Relevant construction degree or equivalent qualification. Chartered Architect status is required. NEC Supervisor or NEC Project Manager accreditation is desirable but not essential.