Government & Infrastructure Manager (Strategic Infrastructure Asset Management) - Belfast

Job description

When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Are you our next Government & Infrastructure Manager, focusing on Strategic Infrastructure Asset Management?

Location: Belfast, as part of our hybrid working model.

Grade: Manager

Contract type: Permanent

A snapshot of your peer group:

• A deep interest in infrastructure and asset management principles with expertise in one or more sectors such as energy, water, transport, or the built environment.
• Experience engaging with senior management on strategic asset management topics and challenges.
• A good understanding of asset management principles and how to apply them to address business challenges.
• Assessing and understanding risks at both a business and an asset portfolio level.
• Awareness of the high-level policy, governance, and operating environment within which Irish public sector, State, and Semi-State organisations plan, procure, deliver, and operate major infrastructure investments, including alignment with National Development Plan (NDP) objectives and priorities.
• Deep knowledge in one or more area to include:
• the development of asset strategies
• asset management operating models and culture
• knowledge of ISO 55001 and maturity models
• development and application of value frameworks for asset intensive organisations
• investment decision making approaches
• asset health and performance
• maintenance strategies and optimisation approaches
• portfolio optimisation and management
• asset data and information strategies and approaches
• asset management systems and digital tools including smart technologies.
• awareness of the principles of infrastructure regulation and the price review process.
• Experience of Enterprise Asset Management systems use, or implementation would be a distinct advantage.
• A third level degree in a related subject such as, Engineering, Maths, Physics, or Economics.
• At least 5 years' relevant previous experience.
• Comfortable handling ambiguity and responding to changing client demands.
• High levels of drive, ambition and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team players who work with colleagues and has experience managing teams in a collaborative and inclusive way.
• Excellent English written and oral communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and financially astute.
• Awareness of large asset owning organisations in Ireland across the public and private sectors
• Awareness of trends in digital approaches and improvements within Infrastructure sectors or Awareness of data and information frameworks such as BIM and Digital Twins.
• Insight on where trends in other sectors could be applied to Infrastructure would be an advantage.
• Awareness of decarbonisation policy and NetZero policies in Ireland, Northern Ireland and in the EU.
• Awareness of wider perspective on ESG areas including the Green Procurement, Circular Economy and reporting requirements.

Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:

• Working in teams in a hybrid environment across diverse and complex government and private sector infrastructure and energy client engagements.
• Utilising your industry experience to assist clients through support and advisory services.
• Analysing project and programmes control and strategic processes, policies and procedures while validating key findings / observations to present key recommendations to the client in a succinct manner.
• Present reports in MS PowerPoint through concise / crisp presentation forms.
• Working on multiple engagements for different clients at any one time.
• Potential to be seconded into client firms to assist during high output project phases.
• Collaborate with team members internally and client managers externally to meet agreed deliverable milestones.
• Helping to manage the day-to-day relationship with key client contacts, ensuring our service is responsive to their needs.
• Managing the use and development of tools and methodologies across the team and within projects.
• Engaging with global teams to leverage experience, resources, and capabilities.
• Ensuring KPMG's quality and risk management procedures are completed to the appropriate standard.
• Ensuring that the quality of our deliverables is of a high standard and compliant to ISO:9001.
• Applying innovative and creative techniques to solve complex problems on client engagements.
• Immersing yourself in our inclusive, diverse, and supportive culture.

Your team:

KPMG's Government and Infrastructure team helps drive transformation across energy, climate, trade, urban development, and digital equity. Infrastructure is central to these transitions, and success depends on rethinking how we plan, fund, and deliver major projects. KPMG has advised on Ireland's most critical infrastructure initiatives for over 20 years, partnering with public and private sector clients in transport, energy, digital, health, housing, and education.

Our diverse team of engineers, project managers, quantity surveyors, and economists works collaboratively across Dublin, Belfast, and Cork, supported by our global network. We offer services including energy infrastructure advisory, energy policy development, regulatory strategy and submission support, capital project delivery, commercial strategy, project controls, assurance reviews, procurement, cost intelligence, and transformation advisory.

Discover How KPMG Can Enrich Your Life Beyond Your Career

Benefits Tailored for You

At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That's why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:

• Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well-being with our health insurance options.
• Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
• Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through
• Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you're moving to Ireland.
• Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Career Progression with Continuous Support

From the moment you join KPMG, you'll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.

We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we're committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html

Ready to Join Us?

If you meet most of the criteria, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV. KPMG is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from people of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process if needed.

For any specific queries about the role, please contact Karine Vatuska.

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Please note that agency assistance is not required for this position.

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