Stakeholder Management Advisor

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: 

This is opportunity to work with a professional team in Qatar.  

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.  

  
  

Client focus – Deliver on our promise: 

• You will manage the delivery of key assignments and defined business areas, providing strategic direction and monitoring delivery aligned with overall vision and objectives. 

  
  

• You will be preparing contract documents, warranties, bonds, and licenses to achieve formal execution by appropriate parties.  

  
  

• You will prepare costing associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges, and present these to clients.

  
  

Integrity – Always do the right thing: 

• You will manage operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, and in accordance with the term’s contracts agreed with contractors. 

  
  

• You will work collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work. 

  
  

• 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 develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and seek opportunities to implement improved working practices.

  
  

• 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 problem solving and analytical skills for resolving contract and procurement issues within the consultancy practice. 

  
  

You’ll be responsible for: 

• Accountable for supporting specialist function(s) within the Stakeholder Management Service on assigned commission(s).

  
  

• Creates/designs effective implementation of Stakeholder Management framework(s)/strategy(s) on assigned commission(s).

  
  

• Manages and directs clients, consultants, contractors and project team on assigned commission(s) on all relevant Stakeholder Management Service matters.

  
  

• Partners with clients to manage and meet expectations and build strong professional relationships.

  
  

• Provides comprehensive advice to the Project team in the administration of relevant Stakeholder & Communications standards, process and tools, including managing risks, issues and reporting to achieve key objectives and the escalation of performance and management issues.

  
  

• Facilitates and supports periodic reporting and structured governance and performance meetings.

  
  

• Accountable and responsible for developing functional management strategies, plans, processes and tools and tracking progress against KPIs. 

  
  

• Works with the Stakeholder & Communications Service Director and/or Project Manager to recognise actions, recognise opportunities and mitigate risks and issues.

  
  

• Ensures all activities/operations are carried out in line with Mace Control Centre, Client requirements and prevailing regulation, policy and legislation.

  
  

• Provides Line Management to more junior resources and other Project staff as required.

  
  

• Utilises expertise to mentor and assist the personal and career development of junior staff team members.

  
  

• Leads the integration of the function with all relevant disciplines.

  
  

• Supports the HUB Stakeholder & Communications and Project Controls Director with resourcing and recruitment for the assigned commission.

  
  

• Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.

  
  

You’ll need to have: 

• Experience of effective leadership on complex construction projects.

  
  

• Experience of setting up effective functional management/assurance frameworks/strategies.

  
  

• Comprehensive knowledge of functional tools, techniques, and software.

  
  

• Ability to manage activities with significant uncertainty of solution or outcome.

  
  

You’ll also have:

• Extensive experience (or equivalent) supporting the delivery of a Stakeholder & Communications services within the construction sector and/or management consultancy.

  
  

• Progress towards achievement of Chartered status (or equivalent) and/or membership of professional a relevant professional institution e.g. Association of Project Managers.

  
  

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.

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