Consultant

ExecutiveSurf | Certified B Corp; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ExecutiveSurf is seeking a senior advisor with a strong background in construction to act as a trusted advisor to client organisations, helping them solve critical business issues and maximise operational performance. You will lead data-driven analyses and guidance across strategy, structure, and controls to bridge skills gaps.

Based in Ireland with remote work and 1x weekly onsite client meetings, you will also mentor a small team of business analysts and manage client projects end-to-end.

Qualifications

• 2–8 years senior Construction or Project Management experience, preferably in Ireland, or experience as an R&D Tax Consultant.
• BSc or MSc in Construction Management, Economics, or related technical discipline.
• Active membership in a recognised professional body (e.g., RICS, CIOB, ICE, APM).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills for a matrix environment.
• Prior knowledge of R&D Tax Credit claims is beneficial; comprehensive training provided.
• Irish citizenship, valid driver's license, and access to a personal vehicle for client visits.

Responsibilities

• Carry out research and data collection to understand client organisations and workflows.
• Conduct technical analysis, interpret data, and present findings to project stakeholders.
• Interview client employees, management teams, and external stakeholders to map processes.
• Facilitate workshops to build operational hypotheses.
• Prepare business proposals and executive presentations.
• Identify issues and formulate structured solutions; oversee implementation.
• Manage end-to-end projects and keep clients informed of milestones.
• Provide line management and mentorship to a small team of Business Analysts.

Skills

Construction/PM experience

R&D tax understanding

Professional body membership

Analytical thinking

Education

BSc or MSc in Construction Management or related field

Job description

LOCATION: Ireland (Remote) Onsite Client Meetings 1x per week

REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer or Head of Operations

Our client is a premier, world-class global business consultancy specialising in the construction and built environment sector. They partner with leading organisations to solve complex structural and operational challenges, maximise growth, improve business performance, and optimise financial mechanisms like R&D tax incentives

MISSION

The primary purpose of this role is to act as a trusted advisor to client organisations, helping them solve critical business issues, create long-term value, and maximise operational performance. Utilising your strong foundational background in the construction sector, you will provide objective guidance and technical expertise to bridge client skills gaps, primarily focusing on strategy, corporate structure, management controls, and operational efficiency

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out comprehensive research and data collection to thoroughly understand client organisations and their workflows.


• Conduct technical analysis, interpret data sets, and present findings clearly to key project stakeholders. Interview client employees, corporate management teams, and external stakeholders to map business processes.


• Facilitate dynamic focus groups and run collaborative workshops to build operational hypotheses.


• Prepare high-quality, professional business proposals and executive presentations.


• Identify structural or financial issues, form structured solutions, and oversee implementation program


• Manage end-to-end projects and programs, ensuring clients are kept informed of progress and milestones.


• Provide direct line management, mentorship, and development to a small, agile team of Business Analysts

REQUIREMENTS

• 2–8 years of senior-level Construction or Project Management experience (ideally within an Irish construction firm) OR experience as an R&D Tax Consultant.


• BSc or MSc in Construction Management, Economics, or a related technical discipline.


• Active membership in a recognised professional body (e.g., RICS, CIOB, ICE, APM) is highly desirable.


• Exceptional critical thinking, structured problem-solving, and analytical capabilities, paired with strong organisational skills to manage competing priorities in a matrix environment.


• Prior knowledge of R&D Tax Credit claims is beneficial but not required, comprehensive, world-class training will be provided by industry experts.


• Must be an Irish citizen, holding a valid driver’s licence and access to a personal vehicle for regular client site visits.

This is a great opportunity because:

• You will receive hands-on, direct training from an industry leader, giving you an accelerated path to becoming a recognised specialist in R&D optimisation without needing prior tax experience.


• Transition away from the daily site grind or traditional contracting into a high-level corporate advisory role where your practical construction knowledge directly shapes executive decisions.


• Take ownership of projects quickly with immediate potential to manage, mentor, and build out a small team of business analysts.

ExecutiveSurf is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. ExecutiveSurf is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.