Director - Infrastructure Project Advisory (Strategy & Technology)

KPMG LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG LLP in the United States is seeking a Director - Infrastructure Project Advisory (Strategy & Technology) within Deal Advisory to lead complex infrastructure engagements across transit, utilities, and public sector.

The role requires proven leadership in advisory settings, a track record of asset management and technology-enabled transformations, and the ability to develop new opportunities while mentoring teams and engaging senior clients.

Qualifications

• Eight+ years in critical infrastructure advisory or projects, leading large engagements.
• Master's degree preferred; Bachelor's required.
• Deep knowledge of rail/transit, asset maintenance, lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex infrastructure advisory engagements across transit and public infrastructure sectors.
• Serve as trusted advisor to executive-level clients, translating challenges into actionable strategies.
• Drive business development and go-to-market initiatives for infrastructure advisory services.
• Lead design/deployment of asset management frameworks and governance structures, including enterprise tech solutions.
• Mentor and develop teams through coaching and career development initiatives.
• Advance industry thought leadership and practice growth through client engagements and publications.

Skills

Executive communication

Project leadership

Asset management

Strategic thinking

Business development

Education

Master's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree required

Tools

IBM Maximo

Infor

ServiceNow

Job description

KPMG is currently seeking a Director - Infrastructure Project Advisory (Strategy & Technology) in Infrastructure and Projects Advisory for our Deal Advisory practice.

Responsibilities:

• Lead complex infrastructure advisory engagements focused on operations, asset management, organizational transformation, and technology implementation across transit and public infrastructure sectors
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executive-level clients, translating business challenges into actionable operational and technology strategies
• Drive business development and go-to-market initiatives, generating new opportunities and expanding KPMG's infrastructure advisory practice
• Lead the design and deployment of asset management frameworks, governance structures, and enterprise technology solutions, including IBM Maximo and risk management platforms
• Develop and mentor high-performing teams through recruitment, coaching, training, and career development initiatives
• Advance industry thought leadership and practice growth through client engagement, publications, conference participation, and collaboration with KPMG leaders
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications:

• Minimum eight years of recent experience working in critical infrastructure (specifically rail, transit, utilities, or public sector), including proven experience leading complex projects within an advisory consulting environment
• Master's degree or post-graduate degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field (Engineering, Business, Public Planning, or Technology) is preferred; minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
• Deep content knowledge of rail and transit operations, asset maintenance, lifecycle management, and business process re-engineering
• Demonstrated track record of leading large-scale consulting engagements and technology-enabled business transformations, including enterprise-wide EAM platforms (IBM Maximo/MAS9, Infor, or ServiceNow) and governance frameworks
• In-depth understanding of asset management standards (ISO 55001). Active membership in professional organizations (for example, Institute of Asset Management) and status as a Registered Asset Management Professional (RAMP) or IAM Diploma holder is highly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with a proven ability to present to and influence C-suite executives and board-level stakeholders
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)