Senior Construction Manager - Infrastructure, Civil and Build

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 construct business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery to unlock the potential in every project.

Our values shape the way we construct, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:

Safety First - Going Home Safe And Well

• You will be an advocate of mace's value of safety first, and be accountable for leading and maintaining exceptional safety, quality, cost, programme, sustainability and project compliance standards.
• You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• You will champion a diverse and inclusive working environment and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people you manage.

Client Focus – Deliver On Our Promise

• You will work as part of the senior construction delivery team, taking direction from construction lead and project senior leadership team, providing guidance to wider team.
• You will build relationships to manage and influence senior stakeholders, both internally and externally.
• You will build a strong working relationship with your clients and support the construction lead in turning the client’s vision into a deliverable onsite plan.

Integrity – Always Do The Right Thing

• You will work to ensure that budgets and other operations are fiscally and ethically viable and meet organisational and legislative compliance obligations.
• You will support the senior construction delivery team in influencing the long-term development of strategy for a function or business unit (BU), creating a sustainable business future.
• You will commit to making a positive impact for our people, our clients, and our planet, and take ownership for holding others to account who do not uphold the Mace values.

Create Opportunity For Our People To Excel

• You will support managers and other junior members of your project team and provide an environment to share knowledge and experience.
• You will actively network, innovate, and seek understanding of best practice, utilising the full depth of knowledge of Mace group, the centres of excellence, Mace way control centre and knowledge hub.
• You will provide technical expertise and support to delivery teams, creating a culture of ownership, promoting roles and responsibilities.

You’ll Need To Have

• Membership of MCIOB/MAPM/MRICS/MICE or equivalent demonstrable professional or personal development.
• Experience in the successful delivery phase of projects and programmes.
• Construction management expertise.
• Developing commercial and financial acumen.
• Experience leading parts of construction projects within large, diverse teams.
• Experience of building relationships with key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of how carbon and sustainability considerations will shape the outlook of the projects you are working on.

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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Further Qualifications, Certifications & Experience Essential Desirable Completed Apprenticeship (or equivalent). Relevant NVQ or HNC (Or equivalent). Experience in a site based Managerial role (or equivalent). SMSTS and Managerial / Professional CSCS Card. (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). (Construction Skills Certificate Scheme). CSCS Card. Recognised Construction Training/Qualification (or equivalent). First Aid

Primary Location GB-GB-Cambridge

Organization Mace Construct Limited

Schedule Regular

Job Type Full-time

Job Posting 29-Oct-2025, 4:43:13 AM