Associate Director [Cost Intelligence], Major Projects Advisory, Commercial Advisory & Assurance

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director for its Major Projects Advisory team in London. This role focuses on cost intelligence and value proposition development, requiring deep expertise in construction and commercial management. You will leverage your knowledge of capex efficiency and cost analytics to enhance project delivery capabilities. As a leader, you will manage client engagements, mentor team members, and contribute to the firm's growth in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about improving infrastructure outcomes and have a vision for technology and analytics, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in commercial management or project management.
• Experience in cost and delivery intelligence solutions implementation.

Responsibilities

• Manage client engagements end-to-end, including team management and financial oversight.
• Advise clients and contribute to business growth and innovation.

Skills

Cost Drivers Understanding

Data Interpretation

Benchmarking

Analytical Skills

Leadership in Problem-Solving

Education

MRICS

MICE

MACostE

MCIOB

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Associate Director [Cost Intelligence], Major Projects Advisory, Commercial Advisory & Assurance, London

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Client:

KPMG

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

The team

KPMG’s Major Projects Advisory (MPA) team works with industry-leading organisations, helping to solve some of the biggest challenges in infrastructure. We serve a diverse client base across the public and private sectors, delivering results on major projects and programmes.

We provide clarity to Boards, Executives, and SROs regarding project and programme delivery across sectors including transport, energy, utilities, oil & gas, defence, health, housing, and education.

Our team includes specialists with extensive construction industry experience from UK and overseas projects.

We are investing in our team to enhance our capabilities, joining one of the firm’s fastest-growing areas at a significant time.

The role

This Associate Director role requires an innovative professional with construction and commercial expertise to help grow and deliver our MPA business, focusing on cost intelligence capabilities and value proposition development.

You will leverage your experience in capex efficiency, benchmarking, cost analytics, and policy advisory across infrastructure sectors, supported by a team of specialists.

The UK MPA team is based in London, Birmingham, and Manchester; this role is based in one of these locations with travel to client sites across the UK and occasionally overseas.

The team member

You should have deep experience in implementing cost and delivery intelligence solutions, with a vision for technology and analytics to improve infrastructure outcomes. You will work with senior clients to enhance their delivery capabilities and increase confidence in project outcomes.

This senior role suits those with significant post-qualification experience in commercial management, quantity surveying, project controls, engineering, or project management. Key attributes include:

• Understanding of cost drivers in construction and infrastructure projects
• Ability to interpret complex data and reports for senior stakeholders
• Experience in benchmarking and assessing project costs
• Knowledge of policies and procedures to improve project performance
• Leadership in problem-solving and project delivery
• Strong analytical skills and ability to produce clear, fact-based reports
• Ability to recommend solutions based on experience and context
• Familiarity with industry best practices and government guidance
• Professional qualifications such as MRICS, MICE, MACostE, MCIOB or equivalent

Additional beneficial areas include:

• Cost planning and estimating
• Risk and value management
• Governance and assurance in capital projects
• Policy development
• Project and programme management
• Project controls and earned value management
• Claims and dispute management

The role involves managing client engagements end-to-end, including team management, quality and risk oversight, financial management, and mentoring.

Beyond technical skills, candidates should be able to work independently or within teams, advise clients effectively, pursue professional development, and contribute to business growth, innovation, and capability development.