Mace Project Lead

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.The Project:The project is constructing a high-speed rail 800-mile rail network in California. Currently, 119 miles are under construction in the Central Valley, aiming for initial operation between 2030 and 2033, with total costs estimated between $88–$128 billion.You'll Be Responsible For:Lead delivery of major projects by setting strategic direction, aligning outcomes with client vision, and ensuring governance supports business priorities.Champion Safety First through visible leadership, embedding Mace’s HSW framework, and fostering wellbeing across all teams.Build and empower high-performing teams by securing the right resources, nurturing inclusivity, and driving collaboration across disciplines.Drive performance excellence by optimising delivery against bid baselines, embedding Construction to Production (C2P), Net Zero Carbon, and digital innovation.Own client relationships as the primary interface, strengthening trust, managing CRM across geographies, and promoting service excellence.Safeguard compliance and sustainability by managing risk, ensuring ethical and fiscal viability, and advancing Mace’s commitment to quality and net zero transition.You’ll Need To Have:Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE) or equivalent qualifications and demonstrable career development.Proven track record delivering complex projects, with deep sector expertise and strong commercial acumen.Experienced leader of large, diverse teams, skilled in stakeholder engagement and relationship management.Advanced knowledge of sustainability, risk, and project management practices, driving innovation and net zero outcomes.Note: The estimated salary for this position is 250,000 - 300,000 USD. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills and qualifications.Our ValuesSafety first - Going home safe and well: You will champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in your team and local health and safety rules or regulations of the work you’re involved with.Client focus - Deliver on our promise: You will lead on the cost management services including estimating, procurement and cost planning, owning the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and building long term relationships with your clients.Integrity - Always do the right thing: You will lead operations that are fiscally and ethically viable, influencing the achievement of business objectives that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.Create opportunity - For our people to excel: You will mentor, coach, and develop teams, demonstrating effective leadership to ensure excellence in delivery against plans, championing a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities.Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.#LI-On-siteJob SummaryJob number: 43199Date posted : 2026-07-03Profession: Project & Programme ManagementEmployment type: Full-time