Commercial Management Graduate Programme - Winchester

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Commercial Management Graduate Programme

At Mace, we’re global experts in shaping the built environment – helping to lead the way to a more connected, resilient and sustainable world. From development and consultancy, to construction and operations, we connect expertise across the entire property lifecycle to help our clients, people, communities and society achieve more than they believe is possible.

The opportunity

This role starts in early September 2024, and is based in Winchester in the Transport (Highways) sector within our Consult engine.

Roads allow economies to grow and businesses to create new jobs, they connect communities and open up new opportunities. It's no wonder that many countries are looking to build more and better roads, quicker than has been done before. As car ownership continues to rise and cities and towns grow, the pressure being placed on ageing or unsuitable road infrastructure is growing. This means that in many countries infrastructure spend has increased while the demands to speed up delivery of major projects has continued.

We have used our collaborative and innovative approach to deliver some of Europe's largest road schemes, to meet increasing customer and government demands while minimising disruption to commuters. It's also important that the complex web of stakeholders and different interests are carefully managed to find the best solution possible.

In our Consult engine, you’ll be part of a global think tank where innovation and sustainability take the lead. We collaborate closely with clients to understand their individual challenges, lending new ideas and fresh thinking to make strategic decisions and shape project directions. We will follow our clients where they work, often sharing their locations. Whilst we visit projects and sites, Consult is more about delivery of creative solutions than hardhats. If on-site action speaks to you more, our Construct engine might be your scene – check out the hands-on roles we have there, where you’ll be turning plans into reality on the ground.

What you’ll do

In Consultancy Commercial Management (Quantity Surveying), you will play a key role in supporting cost management services from contract signature and award to completion of projects. You will be supporting with advising on the issue of certificates and preparation of cost control and reporting services. Some of your main responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with preparing the contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses and assist formal execution by the appropriate parties
• Supporting with administration of the terms of the building contract
• Assisting in measuring and providing valuations of the work carried out and adjust variations in accordance with the terms of the contract and agree with the contractor
• Supporting with cost control and reporting services during the contract
• Assisting with preparing financial reports for the client in the form and at the frequency required
• Supporting with identifying all costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges
• Participates in the evaluation of claims for delay and additional costs made by the contractor and any nominated subcontractors/suppliers
• Advises on the issue of certificates of practical completion and ensure that final accounts are negotiated and agreed
• Supporting with advising on issue of certificates of making good defects and final completion in accordance with any requirements relating to completion, submissions and approvals
• Assisting with the delivery of improvements in systems and processes, driving transformational change

You will also work towards gaining professional membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), fully funded and supported by us.

What we can offer you

We see every challenge as an opportunity to dream bigger and bring ambitions to life. When you start your journey with us, you’ll get structured on-the-job training and real responsibility, right from the get-go. With support from industry-leading colleagues, and a wealth of exposure to the variety of services we offer our clients, we’ll invest in you and your future. No holding back. 

As well as benefiting from our formal development programme, we offer:

• A permanent role from the moment you join
• Competitive salary + fully funded professional membership
• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 2 additional ‘Mace Days’ off + 3 days paid Christmas shutdown
• One volunteering day a year
• Company pension (with up to 7% employer contribution)
• Life assurance
• Private medical insurance cover
• Annual health screening
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Discounts and savings for retailers, gyms, cafes, restaurants, cinemas, etc.
• A number of other flexible benefits

About you

• A future or recent graduate with a RICS accredited bachelor’s degree or higher in Quantity Surveying or similar
• 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, including Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications)

We’re looking for ambitious people who want to make a difference in the world. Proactive people who aren’t afraid of barriers, innovate, and have a genuine passion for service excellence. And those who embody the same values, behaviours and competencies as us to proudly move our industry forward:

• Values – safety first, client focus, create opportunity, and integrity
• Behaviours – curious, collaborators, contributors, and champions of diversity and inclusion
• Competencies – build effective teams, embrace change, solve problems, and build trusted relationships

About Mace

As an undergraduate at Mace you get to choose what direction you take. You will deepen your knowledge, expand your skills, see the world and get to work with inspiring colleagues and influential clients.

Mace is an international consultancy and construction company, founded on exceptional people, a commitment to service excellence and a deep-rooted entrepreneurial spirit.

We are living in a world that is developing fast. Property and infrastructure projects and programmes are becoming more complex. The drive for sustainable development is ever more pressing. To create cities and communities that solve these challenges, we must look at solutions from all angles, innovating together to identify the best course of action. Our people give us that perspective, with their experience, confidence, drive and commitment to always go the extra mile. Together we strive to build more efficiently, more sustainably, more intelligently and more economically to create cities and communities that don't just function, but inspire.

For over two decades we have found that having a clear vision helps us to plan for the future and ultimately to achieve our goals. Our vision to be the industry leader in helping to shape cities and build sustainable communities, coupled with our mission to continuously pursue a better way, has helped us to grow, strengthen our position in the industry, and help our clients realise their dreams.

We have delivered iconic projects in the UK such as The Shard, the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Heathrow Terminal 5, Birmingham New Street, the Tate Modern Extension and the Emirates A1Airline. And we are currently working on impressive projects such as the Battersea Power Station, Shard Place, Greenwich Peninsula and Manchester Town Hall. Internationally we are delivering projects such as the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, the One Za'abeel towers and Expo 2020 in Dubai.

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