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:

This major national rail programme is focused on delivering a modern, electrified high-speed corridor that will strengthen connectivity between key urban centres. The scheme aims to significantly reduce journey times, enhance passenger capacity, and support long term decarbonisation goals. Development is progressing toward phased delivery over the next decade.

Leads category teams to deliver strategic objectives, building strong relationships with executive and client stakeholders. Shapes and implements end‑to‑end strategies, overseeing workstreams and initiatives to drive high‑quality, timely outcomes. Provides clear direction through others, ensuring targets are consistently achieved and organisational goals are met.

You'll Be Responsible For:

• Leads category management and provides clear strategic direction.
• Builds and maintains strong internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Guides teams with effective structures, processes and capabilities.
• Conducts robust due diligence and market analysis.
• Drives process, performance and commercial value creation.
• Develops and embeds strategic plans through others.
• Manages performance, talent development and coaching.
• Supports net‑zero goals through proactive carbon management.

You’ll Need To Have:

• Experience delivering major rail or high speed programmes, ideally within the design or early set up stages.
• Strong commercial, tender and negotiation expertise at executive level.
• Proven project delivery with construction and market knowledge.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and analytical tools.
• Degree educated; CIPS or equivalent industry qualifications preferred.

Note: The estimated salary for this position is $125,000 - 155,000. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.

Our Values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: You will champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in your team and local health and safety rules or regulations of the work you’re involved with.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: You will lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long term relationships with your clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: You will mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.

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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