Planning Lead

Position status: This opportunity is for a secured role that is due to commence in December subject to approval. If you would like to be considered as we progress with this position, please click to apply.    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 deliveryâ¯consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.     The project:    This is an opportunity to work with Mace Hong Kong, on a major master planned infrastructure and transportation development. This significant programme of works with one of the most ambitious client organizations has arisen through our unique delivery partner approach.   This multi-year commission is a fantastic platform to help our people, and our clients people grow together and accelerate careers along with the infrastructure at the heart of this scheme.   Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:     Safety first - Going home safe and well: 

• You will be a leading 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 advanced 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. 
• Drives self and others (including other Operations Directors) to focus on bottom line outcomes in line with the group's overall strategy; and without compromising safety.

  Client focus â Deliver on our promise: 

• You will lead the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives.
• You will hold full accountability for the long-term success of planning performance for specified engines/sectors/hubs, and the overall contribution to the broader company goals.
• You will be accountable for ensuring projects and tenders are effectively planned, scheduled, and monitored. Leads the implementation of
• a systematic performance improvement cycle to continually improve the quality of (i.e. area).
• Leads teams of professionals providing planning/schedule management services on large projects or technical specialist recognized providing technical expertise.

  Integrity â Always do the right thing: 

• You will have full budgetary oversight and ensure operations are fiscally and ethically viable and meet organizational and legislative compliance obligations.
• You will directly influence 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. 
• Shares both responsibility and accountability (through delegation), with senior teams (which include other ODs), to build trust.

  Create opportunity for our people to excel: 

• You will mentor, coach, and develop 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 use your network to identify talent, lead recruitment, and manage the development, retention and mobility of people, and support our people to achieve their highest potential.  

  Youâll need to have: 

• Degree or equivalent with professional work experience in one or more specific disciplines in the construction, programme, project or commercial management discipline.
• Leadership and management experience and capability to lead a team of up to 200 fee earning resources.
• Tertiary qualifications in related (project management and/or construction related discipline), non-related degree or equivalent professional experience/apprenticeship, combined with a demonstrable intermediate level of role knowledge.
• Multi industry construction experience.
• Large scale, complex and high value projects.
• Compliance understanding of current health safety executive (HSE) regulations.
• Strong understanding of construction and related industry, trends, innovation and associated threats and opportunities.
• Deep domain knowledge of providing planning leadership in collaboration with external bodies, professional institutions and peers.
• Established and effective industry/sector wide network of clients, consultants and contractors.
• Advanced knowledge of consultancy/construction, infrastructure and property sectors.
• Proven innovator with a track-record of creating and implementing high-value innovations and better approaches/ways of working.
• Highly regarded across the relevant sector/market and operating at the highest level of compliance. 

  Youâll also have: 

• Excellent attention to detail and able to validate and check schedule management inputs, recording and reports produced, providing basic commentary and analysis.
• Expert knowledge of schedule management tools and software.
• Mastery in setting up effective planning /schedule management systems and procedures.
• Significant experience of effective planning leadership on landmark/mega construction projects.
• Significant experience of leading the effective deployment of robust planning strategies/frameworks and integrated project controls methodologies.
• Exceptional problem solving and analytical skills across the full range of multi-discipline services.
• Capable of managing large and diverse teams across multiple locations.
• Strong commercial acumen, along with ability to set both business and project strategies.
• Bidding and business development.
• Budget development, tracking and proactive management.
• Able to manage activities with significant uncertainty of solution or outcome. 

 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 organization.     We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.    Please remember the Employee Referral Scheme and if there are any talented people you can recommend, just click the button and use the âRefer a friendâ feature found within the relevant job.â¯Â                    Apply now for a confidential discussion.

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