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The Service Strategic Advisory work with clients to understand their issues and create innovative, ground-breaking solutions. We start with the issue, rather than an end point, and look to work with stakeholders to fully understand all the drivers and generate a range of solutions. Although we are part of a construction and consultancy business, many of our solutions don't involve buildings and we work with a wide range of clients from across industries. Our main areas of focus are on: The Role As a graduate, you will work closely with clients and consultants in your team delivering strategic projects at the front end of the project lifecycle. As part of this role, you need to be flexible in your thinking, transferring between innovative ideas to analysing complex data. You will learn how data management and best practices, governance, processes, and modelling can drive significant efficiency and tangible cost savings for our clients. Working closely with clients and stakeholders to form positive relationships to understanding their drivers and requirements. Learning to analyse and manipulate demographic data, to develop and present a strategic narrative relating to the project outcomes. Preparing presentations and documentation for review by your team. Develop an appetite to understand the leading policies and strategies in the market, advising clients on the best way to implement, integrate and adopt these into their business. Preparing key information for tender and procurement processes. Developing project executive plans by liaising with wider team members to ensure the project stays on track. Liaising with clients on a weekly basis to ensure they are informed and updated on the project's progress using Mace's project governance documents. Identify risks and escalate as necessary to appropriate project lead. Our main areas of focus are on: Strategic planning Risk and assurance People and Place (usually public sector clients) Central Government Departments Large corporate clients. The work we do is very varied - from high level strategic thinking through to detailed planning so we can offer a wide variety of experiences as part of the Graduate Programme. As part of this role, you need to be flexible and forward looking in your thinking, to be able to analyse complex data and present your findings. Key competencies and areas of interest Collaborative approach to problem solving Strong interpersonal skills Competent in Microsoft office (word, excel and PowerPoint) Experience in data analysis and interpretation Interest in renewable energy and sustainable practices Interest in learning about emerging practices and policies Experience in Adobe InDesign, GIS, Microsoft Project desirable Agile-minded, flexible and an innovative thinker Minimum requirements A minimum 2.1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained). We are open to the subject studied but you must be able to demonstrate your commitment to our ethos and values Grade C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications). Additionally you will need An understanding of the project life cycle and the roles and responsibilities of project teams Ability to adapt and add value to different teams Excellent verbal and written communication skills A drive to deliver results Ability to plan and prioritise workload.

As a graduate in Project Management, you will work closely with clients and consultants delivering projects through all stages of the construction lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Working with clients to establish their needs Preparing tender documents Contributing to the project execution plan, including the logistics planning and scheduling Working closely with the design team from concept to delivery of contractor documentation Working closely with the project team and cost managers to ensure all strategies implemented work effectively and efficiently Monitoring project progress and preparing progress reports to update relevant parties Monitoring and reporting on budgets and cash flow Monitoring any potential risks to the project and looking for mitigations where possible Monitoring and reviewing of health and safety practice Providing general support and assistance to the Project Manager Your work base will be flexible and could be in one of Mace offices, at a client's office or facility, or in a designer's studio. You will gain exposure to all aspects of project delivery from concept design, through to construction, commissioning, validation handover and into operation. Professional Qualification Routes Graduates working in project management will be supported in working towards their professional qualification with a relevant chartership body and further support towards obtaining a professional qualification with the Association of Project Managers (APM). Minimum Requirements A minimum 2.1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained). 240 UCAS points and Grade C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications). Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities that demonstrate drive and excellent interpersonal skills A passion for a career in the construction industry.

As a Procurement Graduate, you will be based within a Mace UK office. However, you may be required to attend Client offices during secondments / placements. A high-level summary of the activities you will be undertaking is as follows: assisting in developing strategic procurement plans and the associated risk matrices, route comparisons and reporting assisting in the delivery of procurement processes and activities assisting the development and implementation of contract management plans, compliance and obligations matrices working with colleagues to manage how supply chain are delivering on contracts for works, goods and services carrying out contract management, filing and contract administration activities general administration, meeting minutes, booking visitors, meeting rooms, and arranging facilities for events preparing data and information to support management decisions in regard to selecting suppliers. You will also be enrolled on Mace's graduate scheme, a 2-year programme whereby your technical and soft skills will be developed through the attendance of regular sessions with the rest of your cohort. Soft Skills In addition to the aforementioned entry requirements, candidates will also be; Willing to learn and ask the necessary questions Able to integrate within a team and communicate effectively with Clients and Consultants alike Able to think differently and desire to innovate and redefine the boundaries of ambition Strong presentation skills Basic knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft Office suite of documents Qualifications Full membership and Chartered Status in Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), dependant on degree and agreement with line management.

The Service Mace offers a wide range of consultancy services and is employed by clients for industry leading expertise, including Building Surveying services. Our Building Surveying service provides independent, impartial, specialist advice on a wide range of areas including building surveys, party wall instructions, defect diagnosis, conservation and restoration and many more. We aim to provide sound, bespoke advice, enabling our clients to make confident informed decisions. The Role You will be a crucial member of the fastest growing sector within Mace, working closely with members of the cost consultancy and project management teams. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Support in the preparation and submission of tender documents Assisting in the preparation and administration of contracts Supporting the preparation of schedules of works Supporting the delivery of building surveying services including condition and building surveys, party wall, defect analysis and dilapidation matters. Monitoring project progress and updating relevant parties Supporting in the production of cost assessments Monitoring health and safety on projects Attending client meetings Professional Qualification Routes Mace's team provides extensive training and support for graduates including RICS workshops, leading to professional RICS qualification. Minimum Requirements 240 UCAS (CCC at A Level or DDM at BTEC) points and Grade C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications). Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities that demonstrate drive and excellent interpersonal skills. A passion for a career in the construction industry.

The Service Mace offers a wide range of consultancy services and is employed by clients for industry leading expertise, including Building Surveying services. Our Building Surveying service provides independent, impartial, specialist advice on a wide range of areas including building surveys, party wall instructions, defect diagnosis, conservation and restoration and many more. We aim to provide sound, bespoke advice, enabling our clients to make confident informed decisions. The Role You will be a crucial member of the fastest growing sector within Mace, working closely with members of the cost consultancy and project management teams. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Support in the preparation and submission of tender documents Assisting in the preparation and administration of contracts Supporting the preparation of schedules of works Supporting the delivery of building surveying services including condition and building surveys, party wall, defect analysis and dilapidation matters. Monitoring project progress and updating relevant parties Supporting in the production of cost assessments Monitoring health and safety on projects Attending client meetings Professional Qualification Routes Mace's team provides extensive training and support for graduates including RICS workshops, leading to professional RICS qualification. Minimum Requirements 240 UCAS (CCC at A Level or DDM at BTEC) points and Grade C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications). Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities that demonstrate drive and excellent interpersonal skills. A passion for a career in the construction industry.

The role of the commercial manager in a contracting capacity covers all financial aspects of a project, from bidding for work through to the close out of final accounts when the project is completed. This involves procurement of works to maximise the profit margin, and the subsequent management of costs through the design and construction phase in order to ensure that margins are realised. A graduate trainee commercial manager would typically start working on sub-contracts, assisting in procurement, carrying out valuations, and agreeing variation costs. As their construction knowledge and negotiation skills develop, the complexity of their work packages will increase. From there they will become involved with cost reporting and the main contract account. Quantity surveyors working in a consultancy capacity are often referred to as private quantity surveyors (PQS) whose role can be defined under a multiple job titles such as cost consultant or cost manager. Cost consultancy graduates and placement students work closely with the main contractor, and client, providing authoritative commercial and risk advice. If you are interested in working in consultancy rather than contracting, please see cost consultancy. The programme The Mace two-year graduate development programme offers you the chance to specialise in a specific role within the company. Through structured training and working relationships with colleagues you will also have the opportunity to learn about our work across a variety of disciplines that cross the entire property life cycle: project management, programme management, project controls, architecture and design, facilities management, sustainability, construction, commercial management, cost consultancy, structural engineering, and mechanical and electrical engineering. Graduates that join our programme gain exposure to the variety of services offered to our clients and take on responsibility in real, live project environments. You will work alongside industry leading professionals at Mace and many prestigious and high-profile clients. Our comprehensive two-year development programme includes: A two-day formal induction Classroom and virtual sessions covering technical skills in the construction life cycle and key business skills including presentation and leadership skills Interactive group projects using live case studies Guidance and support in order to progress towards professional chartership status with industry bodies. Our development programme is recognised by the following industry bodies: the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE), and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Support towards CIBSE, IChemE and BIFM is also fully supported. Networking opportunities with senior managers and peers One-to-one support from line managers, mentors, recent graduates and chartership advisors. Professional qualification routes Graduates working in commercial management will be supported in working towards their professional qualification with either the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), depending on your degree. Minimum requirements A minimum 2.1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained), 240 UCAS points and Grade C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualification Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities that demonstrate drive and excellent interpersonal skills A passion for a career in the construction industry. Qualifications, knowledge and skills In addition to the minimum requirements, candidates must have: Strong numerical skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong attention to detail Ability to negotiate and act decisively when valuing and agreeing costs Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The Service Mace offers a wide range of consultancy services and is employed by clients for industry leading expertise, including Building Surveying services. Our Building Surveying service provides independent, impartial, specialist advice on a wide range of areas including building surveys, party wall instructions, defect diagnosis, conservation and restoration and many more. We aim to provide sound, bespoke advice, enabling our clients to make confident informed decisions. The Role You will be a crucial member of the fastest growing sector within Mace, working closely with members of the cost consultancy and project management teams. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Support in the preparation and submission of tender documents Assisting in the preparation and administration of contracts Supporting the preparation of schedules of works Supporting the delivery of building surveying services including condition and building surveys, party wall, defect analysis and dilapidation matters. Monitoring project progress and updating relevant parties Supporting in the production of cost assessments Monitoring health and safety on projects Attending client meetings Professional Qualification Routes Mace's team provides extensive training and support for graduates including RICS workshops, leading to professional RICS qualification. Minimum Requirements 240 UCAS (CCC at A Level or DDM at BTEC) points and Grade C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications). Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities that demonstrate drive and excellent interpersonal skills. A passion for a career in the construction industry.

The role of the commercial manager in a contracting capacity covers all financial aspects of a project, from bidding for work through to the close out of final accounts when the project is completed. This involves procurement of works to maximise the profit margin, and the subsequent management of costs through the design and construction phase in order to ensure that margins are realised. A graduate trainee commercial manager would typically start working on sub-contracts, assisting in procurement, carrying out valuations, and agreeing variation costs. As their construction knowledge and negotiation skills develop, the complexity of their work packages will increase. From there they will become involved with cost reporting and the main contract account. Quantity surveyors working in a consultancy capacity are often referred to as private quantity surveyors (PQS) whose role can be defined under a multiple job titles such as cost consultant or cost manager. Cost consultancy graduates and placement students work closely with the main contractor, and client, providing authoritative commercial and risk advice. If you are interested in working in consultancy rather than contracting, please see cost consultancy. The programme The Mace two-year graduate development programme offers you the chance to specialise in a specific role within the company. Through structured training and working relationships with colleagues you will also have the opportunity to learn about our work across a variety of disciplines that cross the entire property life cycle: project management, programme management, project controls, architecture and design, facilities management, sustainability, construction, commercial management, cost consultancy, structural engineering, and mechanical and electrical engineering. Graduates that join our programme gain exposure to the variety of services offered to our clients and take on responsibility in real, live project environments. You will work alongside industry leading professionals at Mace and many prestigious and high-profile clients. Our comprehensive two-year development programme includes: A two-day formal induction Classroom and virtual sessions covering technical skills in the construction life cycle and key business skills including presentation and leadership skills. Interactive group projects using live case studies Guidance and support in order to progress towards professional chartership status with industry bodies. Our development programme is recognised by the following industry bodies: the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), Institute of Civil Engineers (ICE), and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Support towards CIBSE, IChemE and BIFM is also fully supported. Networking opportunities with senior managers and peers One-to-one support from line managers, mentors, recent graduates and chartership advisors. Professional qualification routes Graduates working in commercial management will be supported in working towards their professional qualification with either the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), depending on your degree. Minimum requirements A minimum 2.1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained), 240 UCAS points and Grade C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications) Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities that demonstrate drive and excellent interpersonal skills A passion for a career in the construction industry. Qualifications, knowledge and skills In addition to the minimum requirements, candidates must have: Strong numerical skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Strong attention to detail Ability to negotiate and act decisively when valuing and agreeing costs Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

The Service Mace Cost Consultancy is about focusing upon cost and value early in the project life-cycle to be able to influence decision making. We combine the understanding of our clients' business drivers and output requirements with our knowledge of construction costs and the market trends that influence costs to create insightful and accurate assessments of proposals. Mace Cost Consultancy operate across a breadth of property and infrastructure sectors, including public and private. The Role Quantity surveyors working in a consultancy capacity are often referred to as private quantity surveyors (PQS) whose role can be defined under multiple job titles such as Cost Consultant or Cost Manager. As a graduate cost consultant you will be assisting senior cost consultants with a variety of responsibilities, including: Estimating and producing cost plans in Causeway CATO Checking costs Conducting valuations Analysing final accounts Measurement exercises, including the preparation of schedules of quantities for building element Drafting procurement documentation, monthly reports and tender reports Supporting the tender process Assisting with variations and change control processes Attending client meetings. Professional Qualification Routes Mace's Cost Consultancy team provides extensive training and support for graduates including RICS workshops, leading to professional RICS qualification. Minimum Requirements A minimum 2.1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained). Candidates must be studying an RICS accredited degree. 240 UCAS points and Grade C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications). Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities that demonstrate drive and excellent interpersonal skills A passion for a career in the construction industry. Additionally you will need An understanding of the project life cycle and the roles and responsibilities of project teams Ability to adapt and add value to different teams Excellent verbal and written communication skills A drive to deliver results Ability to plan and prioritise workload.

The Service Mace offers its clients a fully comprehensive project management consultancy service supporting the development and implementation of major Rail Projects, we provide a flexible and highly bespoke service based on a well proven formula for delivery. Regardless of the scale or complexity of a project, we employ and refine our systems and processes to provide control, governance and transparency from inception to completion. In every decision we make, we challenge and work diligently. The Role As a placement in Project Management in the Rail sector, you will work on complex programmes working closely with clients and consultants through all stages of the construction lifecycle. You will gain exposure to both consultancy and construction delivery. Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Working with clients to establish their needs Preparing tender documents Contributing to the project execution plan, including the logistics planning and scheduling Working closely with the design team from concept to delivery of contractor documentation Providing support ensuring that technical standards are being applied through critical examination of contractors design submissions throughout the project lifecycle Working closely with the project team and cost managers to ensure all strategies implemented work effectively and efficiently Monitoring project progress in line with KPIs, cost and programme and preparing progress reports to update relevant parties Monitoring and reporting on budgets and cash flow Monitoring any potential risks to the project and looking for mitigations where possible Monitoring and reviewing of health and safety practices Monitoring the quality of works completed on site and helping to deal with any issues that need resolving Your work base will be flexible and could be in one of Mace offices or at a client's office or facility. You will gain exposure to all aspects of project delivery from concept design, through to construction, commissioning, validation handover and into operation. Minimum Responsibilities A minimum 2.1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained). Civil Engineering degrees are preferred but high quality applications from other construction-related subjects will be considered 240 UCAS points and Grade C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications). Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities that demonstrate drive and excellent interpersonal skills A passion for a career in the construction industry. Additionally you will need An understanding of the project life cycle and the roles and responsibilities of project teams Ability to adapt and add value to different teams Excellent verbal and written communication skills A drive to deliver results Ability to plan and prioritise workload.

The Service We bring fresh thinking and a new approach to the sector, building on our skills and expertise in delivering complex projects and programmes. Our approach is to complement our clients' skills and experience by offering services that drive for better value and efficiencies in their capital spend through improved service delivery. We offer a range of services that span the management of physical infrastructure by working in integrated teams to support service delivery. The Role As a graduate in Project Management, you will work closely with clients and consultants delivering projects through all stages of the construction life-cycle. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Working with clients to establish their needs Preparing tender documents Contributing to the project execution plan, including the logistics planning and scheduling Working closely with the design team from concept to delivery of contractor documentation Working closely with the project team and cost managers to ensure all strategies implemented work effectively and efficiently Monitoring project progress and preparing progress reports to update relevant parties Monitoring and reporting on budgets and cash flow Monitoring any potential risks to the project and looking for mitigation where possible Monitoring and reviewing of health and safety practices Providing general support and assistance to the Project Manager Professional Qualification Routes Graduates working in project management will be supported in working towards their professional qualification with a relevant Chartership body and further support towards obtaining a professional qualification with the Association of Project Managers (APM). Minimum Requirements A minimum 2.1 undergraduate degree (expected or obtained) 240 UCAS points and Grade C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications) Evidence of significant extra-curricular activities that demonstrate drive and excellent interpersonal skills A passion for a career in the construction industry Satisfactory completion of a background check