Manager, Commercial Advisory and Assurance (Major Projects Advisory)

KPMG United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG is seeking a Manager for their Commercial Advisory and Assurance team within Major Projects Advisory. This role involves supporting clients in strategic decision-making for infrastructure projects, requiring strong project management skills and experience in construction. The ideal candidate will engage with senior clients and manage junior colleagues, contributing to the growth of the team across various UK locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction or infrastructure projects.
• Understanding of cost drivers in construction projects.
• Ability to manage junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide clarity to Boards and Executives on project delivery.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders effectively.
• Draft and review assurance documents.

Skills

Client engagement

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Budget management

Risk management

Education

Professional qualifications (CIMA, MRICS, MICE, ChPP, MAPM, CIOB)

Job description

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Job title: Manager, Commercial Advisory and Assurance (Major Projects Advisory) - Construction

Location: London, Manchester, Birmingham, and across 20 UK offices. More info

The KPMG Major Projects Advisory Team, within Infrastructure Advisory Group and part of Deal Advisory, supports clients in strategic decision-making related to major projects, including strategy, integration, separation, value creation, and mergers and acquisitions.

Why join us?

KPMG's Infrastructure Advisory Group (IAG) is a leading independent advisor in infrastructure, covering sectors like transport, power, utilities, social infrastructure, and government departments, both in the UK and internationally. We value diversity and see our people as our greatest asset.

Role overview:

We focus on providing clarity to Boards, Executives, and SROs at major organizations on project delivery. Our work spans various infrastructure sectors, including natural resources, energy, transport, healthcare, and education. Our team comprises specialists with extensive construction industry experience, from project owners to contractors and consultants, both in the UK and abroad. We are expanding rapidly and are investing in our team.

Key responsibilities:

You will have experience in construction or infrastructure projects, which may include roles in accounting, audit, commercial management, quantity surveying, project controls, civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering, or assurance roles within clients or public sectors. Experience should include:

• Understanding of cost drivers in construction projects
• Knowledge of factors affecting project performance
• Client or stakeholder engagement experience
• Experience in drafting and reviewing assurance documents
• Ability to operate in political and confidential environments
• Managing junior colleagues
• Quick assessment of new situations and data

Desired skills and extras:

• Project and budget management
• Cash flow forecasting and project controls
• Earned value management, estimating, risk management
• Program and procurement management
• Claims and dispute management
• Governance of projects
• Professional qualifications (e.g., CIMA, MRICS, MICE, ChPP, MAPM, CIOB)

Additionally, we seek candidates who are:

• Self-starters who build rapport quickly
• Confident and articulate with senior clients
• Committed to continuous learning
• Effective communicators and relationship managers
• Supportive of business development and growth strategies

To apply, create a profile, upload your CV, and start your journey with KPMG.

Core locations:

London Canary Wharf, Manchester, Birmingham, with flexible options across the UK. Please discuss any flexibility needs with us.

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