Assistant Project Advisor

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 Consult 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 consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

• Safety first - Going home safe and well
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise
• Integrity - Always do the right thing
• Create opportunity - for our people to excel

The assistant project manager will report directly to the project manager, as required.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Managing directly, and in certain circumstances liaising with others in the management of and engagement with a set of stakeholders, etc. to ensure project timescales are met.
• Supporting the management of construction project design, estimation, and project planning including all relevant statutory processes, procurement management, and maintenance forecasting.
• Assisting the project control, including resourcing and service delivery requirements, ensuring consultant supervision where relevant, and approving all payment certificates including to local authorities.
• Helping the management of the production and approval of project delivery plans, contractor plans, cash flow projections, and earned value analysis.
• Supporting the day-to-day management of construction service providers for projects, including conformance and compliance.
• Giving input into the ongoing development of new templates, documents, systems and processes for project/programme management to incorporate lessons learned and efficiencies.
• Handling any other duties delegated by the senior project manager or project management team.

You’ll need to have:

• A relevant third-level qualification preferably in engineering or a related project management discipline.
• Experience in managing large or multiple infrastructure/capital projects (ideally in the water utility).
• Strong knowledge and experience of project management, contract management, strategic planning, methodologies, and construction delivery best practice.
• Experience in dealing with local authorities in Ireland particularly but not essential in dealing with road opening licences.

You’ll also have:

• Strong business acumen with a financial perspective at the forefront and experience using project, programme, and financial management tools such as Oracle.
• Strong computer skills and use of Microsoft package.
• Proven track record dealing with issues, proactively and in a timely fashion, along with the ability to communicate complex information to all stakeholders.
• Systems experience - i.e. Maximo, Oracle, GIS< MRL.
• Experience in delivering similar role within a fast-paced construction or consultancy environment and be poised to expand your own horizons, those of our clients and of our ambitious people alike. You are keen to grow your career and enjoy the opportunities Mace has to offer.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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