Project Manager

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.

About the role

The project is constructing an 800-mile high-speed 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.

Responsibilities

• Determine and arrange project management, technical services, and external resources to meet client requirements.
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to deliver projects successfully, communicating strategies clearly and effectively.
• Champion Mace’s Safety First values, embedding visible behaviors and the HSW framework across all activities.
• Lead design, consultant, and stakeholder management, ensuring briefs, deliverables, claims, and variations are effectively completed.
• Manage program delivery from inception to completion, overseeing milestones, risks, budgets, and quality standards.
• Build high-performing teams, promote innovation and sustainability, and drive Mace priorities including Digital and Data and Responsible Business.

Requirements

• Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, APM, ICE) or equivalent demonstrable development.
• Proven experience delivering projects and programs in property or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong commercial, financial, and stakeholder management expertise with leadership of diverse teams.
• Knowledge of sustainability, carbon reduction, and program management practices.

Our Values

• Safety 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.

Pay

The estimated salary for this position is $125,000 - $155,000 USD. Starting salary may vary based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications.