Project Controls – Energy & Utilities – Consult – Birmingham
- Company: Mace
- Location: Birmingham
- Closing Date: 30-12-2024
Programme Length
4 Years
Apprenticeship Level
Level 6
Year Group
Year 12 / Year 13
Description
About MACE
At Mace, we are global consultants in programme and project delivery, and construction experts. We help lead the way to a more connected, resilient, and sustainable future. Through our two business ‘engines’ – Consult and Construct – we bring to life iconic skyscrapers, state-of-the-art data centres, life science facilities, social infrastructure, and regeneration projects that support communities across the world.
The opportunity
Start date: Early September 2025
Location: Birmingham
Sector: Energy & Utilities
Engine: Consult
Apprenticeship: Level 6 Project Controls Professional
Energy and utility companies operate in a complex and demanding environment and marketplace; having to balance service provision within rigorous regulatory regime all the while competing with each other for customers or development contracts.
Businesses are facing increasing costs and complexity when delivering new infrastructure or improving their existing assets. With large-scale major programmes to complete, together with overheads in property and facilities to maintain, energy and utility businesses recognise the value of working with a partner, like Mace, who can help them to drive value-for-money through every aspect of their programmes.
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 Project Controls, you will play a key role in supporting Project Management Office (PMO) and Project Controls teams to implement and deliver a wide range of PMO and Project Controls services to support assigned projects. Some of your main responsibilities will include:
- Supporting administration of PMO and Project Controls process on a project operating under supervision and mentorship of more senior professionals assigned to that commission
- Assisting with the preparation of monthly reports as required
- Contributing to the facilitation and delivery of performance reporting and reviews
- Assisting in the development of PMO and Project controls methodologies, such as Earned Value Management
- Contributing to the delivery of all PMO and Planning disciplines, such as Risk Management and Planning
- Supporting to ensure that all PMO and Project Controls activity is aligned to the Mace Control Centre
You will also work towards completing a Level 6 Project Controls Professional apprenticeship, where you’ll achieve a BSc (Hons) Global Degree in Project Controls. We will also support you in gaining professional membership of the Association of Cost (ACostE).
Our four-year programme offers structured on-the-job training and real responsibility from day one. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, receive ongoing support from skilled mentors, and gain exposure to various areas of our business. The programme is designed to develop your skills and knowledge, providing you with the resources, guidance, and opportunities needed to grow and excel in your role.
As well as benefiting from our formal development programme, we offer:
- A permanent role from the moment you join
- Taxable travel allowance to cover expenses between your home, workplace, and place of study (apprentices only)
- Fully funded professional membership of an association relevant to your role
- 22 days annual leave + bank holidays + 2 further ‘Mace Days’ off + 3 extra days over Christmas, with the option to purchase additional annual leave
- One volunteering day a year
- Pension scheme (with up to 7% matched funding from Mace)
- Life assurance
- Private medical insurance cover
- Annual health assessment
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
- Green car scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- 24/7 access to health and wellbeing experts via our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Discounts and savings portal for hundreds of retailers, gyms, cafés, restaurants, and cinemas
- A range of other flexible benefits
About you
- A minimum of 96 UCAS points
- 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications)
Given the nature of our work, flexibility is key. Our projects and clients are based in various locations, so you should be prepared to travel frequently to different project sites or Mace offices. A positive and adaptable approach to travel is therefore essential, as it may be a regular part of your role. To support this, Mace offers travel expense reimbursements for business travel, including mileage, public transport fares, and, where necessary, accommodation.
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 inclusion
- Competencies – build effective teams, embrace change, solve problems, and build trusted relationships