The project:
This is opportunity to work with a professional team in Kenya.
Leads the implementation and delivery of a comprehensive range of PMO and project controls services to support commissions and provide line management leadership and guidance for others disciplines within the PMO and planning centre of excellence and the wider business (e.g. other hubs, international business and other centres of excellence) as required.
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 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 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:
Accountable for the PMO and project controls services performance on assigned commission/s.
Creates/designs effective PMO and project controls framework/strategy/s.
Manages and directs clients, consultants, contractors, project team on all PMO and project controls management matters.
Is a trusted advisor to and builds strong professional relationships with client organisations.
Acts as the PMO and project controls subject matter expert on assigned project/s,/programme/portfolio/s.
Leads and directs the project team in the administration of the PMO and project controls process, particularly with respect to the cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting to achieve key objectives and the escalation of performance and management issues.
Leads and directs periodic reporting and structured governance and performance meetings.
Leads and directs the developing and managing the baseline (scope, time, cost, risk, assumptions) and the subsequent delivery performance, change and contingency monitoring including the delivery of quantitative risk analysis (cost and time).
Ensures all activities/operations are carried out in line with Mace control centre, client requirements and prevailing legislation.
Provides line management to more junior PMO and project controls resources and other project/programme staff as required.
Utilises expertise to mentor and assist the personal and career development of junior members of the PMO and project control team.
Innovates and aligns with industry best practice to ensure continued service excellence.
Leads the delivery of a high performing PMO and project control team on the assigned commission.
Supports the hub PMO and project control 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.
Integrity – Always do the right thing:
You will lead and direct Project teams in the administration of the PMO and project controls process, particularly with respect to the cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting.
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.
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.
You’ll also have:
Significant experience of effective PMO and project controls leadership on significant construction projects and management consultancy.
Significant experience of setting up effective PMO and project controls management/assurance frameworks/strategies.
Expert knowledge of PMO and project controls tools, techniques and software (e.g., MS office and Power BI, Aconex, Primavera P6 and RiskHive).
Ability to manage activities with significant uncertainty of solution or outcome.
Comprehensive knowledge of tools, techniques and software that interfaces with the risk discipline (e.g. Primavera Risk Analyser, Active Risk Manager).
Practical knowledge of Power BI and other reporting suite tools.
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