Associate Director – Project Controls (Private Sector)

Company: Mace
Apply for the Associate Director – Project Controls (Private Sector)
Location: London
Job Description:

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:Our client is a professional services organisation with UK and global corporate real estate (CRE) operations. Mace is one of the strategic industry partners with a specific remit for an independent project management office (IPMO). The client’s vision for the IPMO is that it will represent the client across all CRE towers and with key internal stakeholders. The IPMO responsibilities will include driving the client CRE strategy, assurance delivery and compliance, performance management, planning and capital management, commercial management, design and engineering standards, implementation of a suite of digital tools.

You’ll be responsible for:

  • Implementing PMO and project controls frameworks.
  • Providing independent assurance across delivery partners.
  • Establishing governance, reporting and portfolio oversight.
  • Developing benchmarks to validate cost estimates.
  • Managing cost, schedule, risk and change disciplines.
  • Coaching teams, build capability and growth.
  • Supporting global hubs, resourcing and Mace Way.
  • You’ll need to have:

  • Proven PMO and project controls leadership on construction and real estate programmes.
  • Expertise establishing governance, audit and assurance frameworks, systems and reporting using industry tools.
  • Strong commercial, financial and risk acumen; confident influencing senior stakeholders amid uncertainty.
  • Degree-qualified professional with chartership; experienced leading diverse teams, sustainability-led delivery and improvement.
  • Our values

    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: Wechampion 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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    Posted: April 28th, 2026