Senior Manager, Capital Projects, Infrastructure

Ernst & Young; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Ernst & Young (EY) is seeking an Engagement Lead to drive delivery across UK infrastructure programmes, leading EY and client teams and shaping major initiatives. You will own senior client relationships, deliver high-quality outputs, and guide workshops and governance across energy, transport, utilities and digital projects.

Hybrid working is available, with travel to client sites across the UK. The role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication, and a track record in large-scale

Qualifications

• A strong understanding of the UK infrastructure landscape.
• Experience delivering large, multi-stakeholder programmes.
• Ability to lead and develop teams and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Be the Engagement Lead for EY infrastructure engagements across multiple sectors.
• Lead teams of EY and client staff within programmes.
• Ensure outputs are fit for purpose and high quality.
• Own senior client relationships and influence decision-making.
• Lead workshops and engagement sessions with clients.
• Manage programme delivery using traditional and agile approaches.
• Develop business and investment cases for sustainable infrastructure.

Skills

Engagement leadership

Stakeholder management

Project management

Team leadership

Facilitation

Communication skills

Agile delivery

Hybrid collaboration

Business cases

Job description

At EY, we are proud to work at the heart of some of the UK's most complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes. We work across the infrastructure lifecycle, including early stage project definition, design, delivery, operations, and decommissioning. We act as a Key Advisor, working with senior leaders across all areas of their businesses to shape the infrastructure of the future, and deliver customer-focused outcomes. Our work is anchored in delivery of the UK's 10-Year Infrastructure Strategy, supporting the delivery of the UK's £718bn infrastructure pipeline, and aligned to national priorities including net zero, resilience and productivity. Our focus sectors include:

• Energy Transition - we work at the heart of the next generation of low carbon infrastructure, including nuclear power, renewables and carbon capture and storage
• Transport Infrastructure - we work on some of the UK's biggest road and rail projects, as well as with operators of the UK's transport infrastructure
• Utilities - we work with clients at the forefront of the UK's power network on the complex grid upgrades required, as well as securing access to clean water and sanitation required for the next generation
• Social Infrastructure - supporting the renewal of the UK's aging infrastructure, including across health, education and justice sectors
• Defence and National Security Infrastructure
• Digital Infrastructure such as AI-enabled platforms, data centres and telecommunications

What You'll Do

• Be the Engagement Lead for EY engagements across infrastructure programmes (Energy, Transport, Utilities, Social Infrastructure, Defence and Digital Infrastructure), leading multiple EY workstreams
• Lead teams of EY and client staff within infrastructure programmes
• Ensure all EY outputs (including reports, documents and presentations) are fit for purpose and meet our high quality standards
• Own senior client relationships, providing clear, actionable advice and influencing decision-making across complex stakeholder environments
• Lead the facilitation of workshops, meetings and engagement sessions with clients and stakeholders
• Lead on programme and project management delivery using both traditional and agile approaches, including planning, project controls, RAID management, delivery assurance and reporting
• Lead on the development of business cases and investment cases for sustainable, net-zero and large-scale infrastructure initiatives (including Green Book Five Case Model business cases)
• Drive stakeholder alignment across diverse groups, supporting clear communication, shared understanding and coordinated decision-making
• Drive growth and market impact, identifying and pursuing opportunities, shaping new EY offerings, supporting bids, and contributing to EY's infrastructure and sustainability profile
• Lead and develop people, coaching teams, building capability, and fostering a high-performing, inclusive culture across the practice

Requirements

• A strong understanding of the UK infrastructure landscape, including the UK's long-term infrastructure strategy and national priorities
• A genuine passion for infrastructure and the value it can bring, with a clear interest in how major programmes are shaped, delivered and operated
• An experienced professional background supporting and delivering infrastructure and transformation programmes
• Demonstrable experience managing large teams to deliver quality outputs
• Expertise across one or more infrastructure sectors such as energy, government, transport, utilities, digital or social infrastructure
• Experience in industry, government or consulting environments, including Strategy, Big 4 or Technology Consulting, engineering consultancies, or infrastructure owner / operator organisations
• Ability to own trusted relationships with clients, through excellent communication, collaboration and credibility
• Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to write clearly, present confidently and tailor messages for senior stakeholders
• Experience in programme and project delivery across traditional and agile methodologies
• Facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to bring stakeholders together, build alignment and drive outcomes
• Enjoy working in a hybrid environment, including with clients on site, with EY teams in the office, and virtually
• Willingness to travel to client sites across the UK
• A bonus but not essential - alignment to the profession through relevant qualifications or memberships (e.g. ICE, MPA, APM, PRINCE2 or similar)

EY | Building a better working world

EY is building a better working world by creating new value for clients, people, society and the planet, while building trust in capital markets. Enabled by data, AI and advanced technology, EY teams help clients shape the future with confidence and develop answers for the most pressing issues of today and tomorrow. EY teams work across a full spectrum of services in assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Fueled by sector insights, a globally connected, multi-disciplinary network and diverse ecosystem partners, EY teams can provide services in more than 150 countries and territories.

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• A competitive, market-benchmarked salary and performance-related bonus, alongside EY's wider benefits and flexible working arrangements
• Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs