Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
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. Within our business we harness a unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery 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: 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.

We are looking to recruit an Associate Director with an MEP background who can provide full cycle cost management services for end-to-end service delivery, managing large and complex commissions within the manufacturing and technology sector, including advanced manufacturing and data centres.

Your responsibilities will include conducting feasibility studies, business cases and writing procurement reports; applying value management techniques at project outset; managing estimating and cost planning activities including ownership and presentation of the final cost plan; overseeing the procurement process through all stages; managing post contract cost variances and change control processes; ensuring effective cost checking and valuation work; producing and presenting monthly post-contract cost reports to clients; attending and actively participating in meetings; value engineering and life cycle costing; negotiating and agreeing final accounts; acting as a key interface with clients and other consultants at all project stages; supporting marketing and business development within your sector; and providing line management and overseeing recruitment.

Experience
Strong knowledge of MEP systems, sustainability technology and modern methods of construction. Extensive experience within the manufacturing and technology sector, including advanced manufacturing projects or data centres. Proven track record of winning and delivering work for private and public sector property clients across multiple sectors. Good working knowledge of contracts, estimating, valuations, cost reporting and financial modelling.

About you
Excellent negotiation, influencing and communication skills to command professional respect at all levels. Digitally savvy with the ability to build lasting client relationships and lead high performing teams within a commercial environment. Ambitious and eager to grow your cost consultancy career while embracing the opportunities Mace offers. Inclusive mindset and openness to flexible, part-time or hybrid working arrangements where suitable.

Qualifications
Relevant professional qualifications and demonstrable experience in cost consultancy practice are expected. A strong commercial acumen and leadership capability are essential.