Senior Project Manager

About Mace

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

Please note: The primary location is King George V Dock and the secondary locations are Inchgreen Marine Park, Greenock Ocean Terminal, Rothesay Dock for this role.

This role combines significant responsibility for NEC3 and NEC4 contract administration with the unique operational demands of the port sector. The successful candidate will demonstrate not only technical excellence and commercial acumen but also the interpersonal and leadership qualities necessary to operate effectively in complex, multi-stakeholder environments. This job description reflects current role requirements and may be refined based on evolving project needs and employer directives.

Managing delivery of complex capital projects for Peel Ports, ensuring governance, stakeholder engagement, and contract management excellence within dynamic 24/7 environments, delivering on scope, budget, safety, and compliance.

• Managing end-to-end project delivery and governance.
• Managing schedules, risks, and NEC contract compliance.
• Driving cost control and accurate financial forecasting.
• Building strong stakeholder and contractor relationships.
• Ensuring quality assurance and standards compliance.
• Championing health, safety, and sustainability initiatives.
• Overseeing project documentation and reporting.
• Promoting continuous improvement and professional excellence.

• Degree in project management, civil engineering, or related discipline.
• 10+ years delivering complex projects under NEC contracts.
• Professional membership (APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE) preferred.
• Strong leadership, financial acumen, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Health and safety qualifications (SMSTS, IOSH, NEBOSH) desirable.

• 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 and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all 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 with‑in the role.

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