Project Advisor

Project Advisor – 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.

The Project Advisor will be responsible for the delivery ставок of a project through the construction phase, already on site. This role sits in our consultancy business, specifically the justice sector, and will support the delivery of new prisoner places in Lancaster. You will be the dedicated site Project Advisor, reporting into a Senior Project Manager who oversees this project along with another site, and you will also be supported by an Assistant Project Manager.

As a client‑facing role based partly on site, you will manage wider consultant teams and project stakeholders, working with the project team to deliver the project successfully. Your responsibilities include overseeing the project from inception through construction, ensuring timely delivery, managing budgets, timelines, risks, and quality requirements, and supporting the client’s strategy. You will also be expected to attend site regularly (estimated minimum of four visits per month) and work from home or a Mace regional office for the remainder of the days.

EL1 vetting clearances will be required entfthis role.

• Define project management and resource needs
• Deliver objectives per project execution plan
• Coordinate design queries and escalations
• Maintain and update project plans
• Manage budgets, timelines, and risks
• Ensure quality systems and stakeholder collaboration
• Drive net zero carbon initiatives

• Proven project management experience
• Professional accreditation (MCIOB/MAPM/MRICS) or equivalent
• Degree or relevant construction discipline qualification
• Strong communication, planning, and stakeholder collaboration skills

This role entails hybrid working with attendance on site – exact requirements can be flexible but a minimum of four visits per month is expected. The remaining days may be spent working from home or a Mace regional office as required.

• 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 fulfill all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.