Scheduling Lead

About the role

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. The project involves constructing an 800-mile high-speed rail network in California, with 119 miles currently under construction in the Central Valley. Initial operation is targeted between 2030 and 2033, with total costs estimated between $88–$128 billion.

Responsibilities

• Hold full accountability for business planning and long-term planning performance across hubs, sectors, and overall company goals.
• Lead teams delivering planning and schedule management services, providing recognized technical expertise on complex projects.
• Provide expert advice and support across projects and sectors, acting as a trusted partner to clients and colleagues.
• Build and sustain strong networks, cultivating relationships with senior stakeholders and championing Mace within the industry.
• Drive systematic performance improvement, aligning deliverables to organizational strategy and simplifying complexity into clear outcomes.
• Promote sustainability and net zero carbon transition, proactively managing emissions and embedding responsible practices in delivery.
• Champion a safe, diverse, and inclusive working environment, ensuring wellbeing and adherence to health and safety regulations.
• Lead cost management services, including estimating, procurement, and cost planning, while owning the quality of deliverables and strategic outcomes.
• Influence fiscally and ethically viable operations that align with business and legislative compliance obligations.
• Mentor, coach, and develop teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Chartered membership (APM, RICS, CIOB, ICE, AACE, IRM, IEMA) or equivalent professional qualifications and development.
• Significant experience leading planning strategies and schedule management on major construction programs.
• Strong commercial acumen with advanced expertise in risk tools, project controls, and digital systems.
• Proven leadership of large, diverse teams, effective stakeholder engagement, and commitment to sustainability and net zero transition.

Pay

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.