Mace is an international consultancy and construction company, founded and built on exceptional people, a commitment to service excellence and a deep-rooted entrepreneurial spirit. Better cities, better living, better places We’re living in a world that’s developing fast.

The project: 

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

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 possess 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: 

• Designs and delivers reporting capability on own within small projects, or as part of a wider Mace reporting team in larger projects.
• Ensures that reports are run in alignment with the required drumbeat.
• Creates content in PDMS and updates as required.
• Supports / mentors Assistant Reporting Managers.
• Delivers client requirements to time and quality.
• Provides advice and guidance regarding reporting processes and tools to wider Mace team / clients.
• Understands and embodies safe working practices in offices and on site.
• Technical professional with reporting and performance management experience.
• General understanding of all aspects of Project Controls, how they complement each other & wider project delivery.
• Understanding of Mace Way (control centre) processes & recommended tools.
• Working knowledge of current methodologies & tools related to managing projects.
• Able to lead negotiations with third parties as reporting / performance management specialist.
• Able to respond to client / stakeholder requests effectively & sensitively.
• Excellent attention to detail & able to validate & check data and reports, recording & reports produced, providing basic commentary & analysis.
• Manages others – including delegating, coordinating, appraising, coaching, and developing / mentoring employees with less experience.
• Persuades and influences clients, consultants, suppliers, and colleagues.
• Works with others to create and deliver persuasive presentations.

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:

• Exposure to reporting methodologies and delivery.
• Successful interaction with a range of key stakeholders, including the client and wider team.
• In addition to mandatory training courses: Progressing towards professional qualification (e.g. APM, MSP. PPC etc).
• Relevant CSCS card.