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 consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.
The project:
The project is the largest infrastructure project in the history of the Irish state. The scheme is 18.9km in length with multiple tunneled sections. The alignment comprises of 16 stations and multiple structures. The project will integrate Dublin’s existing transport infrastructure at key locations throughout the city. The project is entering into the next phase in readiness for the procurement of the major infrastructure contracts. The successful applicant will join a fast expanding client team as part of the scheduling team within the PMO directorate. The successful applicant will be will be responsible for supporting the Schedule Lead in the development and management of the overall schedule management which considers all methodologies required to develop and manage the schedule including working and reporting calendars, resources, costs, interfaces, claims, risks, constraints and assumptions.
The role holder shall provide leadership in scheduling and resourcing throughout the delivery of the project, ensuring that the schedule management plan is being complied with across the project, including by the project delivery partner and the appointed contractor(s).
Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are:

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

• You will promote Mace’s value of safety first, exhibiting visible safety behaviours, sharing lessons learned and using safety moments and Mace’s HSW framework to support the safety and wellbeing of all Mace staff.
• You will possess technical expertise in local health and safety rules and regulations relevant to project portfolio.
• You will promote a diverse and inclusive working environment, and understand the importance of the wellbeing of the people in your team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

• You will ensure robust quality systems are in place, and suitably managed in line with service excellence.
• You will manage delivery from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones.
• You will manage tasks and associated deliverables in support of the associate director and other senior leaders, alongside the wider project and client teams, to ensure the timely and accurate delivery of the project.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

• You will manage project budgets and highlight any risks, challenges and mitigations.
• You will support the long term development of your 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 manage design and wider consultant teams in a collaborative manner to ensure effective completion of responsibilities.
• You will lead and manage the project team and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs).
• 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’ll need to have:

• 5+ years’ experience in schedule management with at least 3 years’ experience in schedule management and a proven track record of leading project scheduling activities across the project lifecycle through to completion in high value metro rail projects or projects of a similar scale/complexity.
• BEng, BA, BSc in a related discipline.

You’ll also have:

• Tangible experience of co-ordinating and organising multiple sources of schedule inputs/performance data into a master schedule platform and deliver project/program status reports as required.
• Proven track record of carrying out scheduling and resource management in multiple large scale/value projects and programmes.
• Prior experience of advanced capability and experience of scheduling systems administrative functions such as layouts resources, reports, codes, etc.
• In-depth understanding of the design and delivery requirements of technically complex projects in the architectural/engineering/construction sectors.
• Experience of dealing with a range of stakeholders at all levels across the organisation influencing the improvement of process and providing guidance to support project delivery and reporting.
• Knowledge of quality management and process improvement practices and systems is desirable, preferably within the construction sector.
• Good influencing skills to manage and motivate teams in support of delivery of high risk, value and complex project and programmes.
• Ability to coordinate and organize multiple sources of reporting inputs/performance data and deliver project/programme reports as required.
• An ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to govern and drive outcomes to ensure high quality service.
• MAPM of formal PM/ planning qualification.

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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