EY UKI Business Consulting - Capital Projects 

Ireland 

968336170

Job Title:

• Location: Ireland
• Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: Yes
• Business Area: UKI Business Consulting
• Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent
  

Our ambition is to become the Trusted Advisor for our clients in the procurement, construction, and operational phases of capital programmes by leveraging:

• Our people and their extensive industry experience
• Existing partnerships and relationships
• Our global EY experience across the Capital project lifecycle

Your key responsibilities

• The ideal candidate will have relevant technical qualifications, and strong interest in commercial and procurement matters as they relate to Public Procurement and Capital Projects & Infrastructure.
• Senior Procurement Advisors will be required to work closely with other members of the EY team and Clients to advise on procurement strategy and procurement execution across a number of major capital projects.
• Work directly with EY’s infrastructure clients to provide best in class advice, guidance, and specialist procurement knowledge to ensure that competitive processes are aligned with the capacity and capability of the market, are comprehensive, and are fully compliant with Irish and EU public procurement rules, guidelines, and regulations as applicable.
• Support all aspects of procurement for our Capital Projects & Infrastructure Clients including the development and implementation of the procurement strategies, identifying procurement needs, developing procurement plans, managing a variety of competitive processes, reviewing supplier performance and negotiation of contracts
• Conduct market analysis to asses, capacity and capability of contracting organisations and the supply market to meets the needs of the buying organization
• Build and maintain positive and effective relationships, providing in-depth professional advice on procurement and sourcing strategies, the application of relevant policies, guidelines, and legislation
• Collaborate with project teams to develop contract management plans aligned with project objectives, timelines, and budget constraints.
• Co-ordinate the contract formation process, including reviewing, and negotiating contracts with our client’s contractors and vendors.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks, working closely with project stakeholders to proactively address issues and minimise disruption

Internal Responsibilities

• Assisting in client account management activities such as recruitment for the project team, managing financial aspects of client engagements, and quality and risk management.
• Building valued relationships with clients and colleagues to assist in generating new business across EY.
• Providing a supporting role in presentations and proposals for elements of medium to high complex projects to prospective and existing clients.
• Communicating effectively with EY senior management and working to build, manage and motivate high-performing teams.
• Understanding all our service offerings and actively identifying opportunities to better serve clients.
• Building strong internal relationships within Consulting and across other service lines.
• Supporting team development activities, including:

- Coaching, and mentoring activities

- Conducting performance reviews and contributing to performance feedback

- Contributing to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining, and training activities

- Maintaining an educational programme to continually develop technical skills

- Understanding, following, and communicating workplace policies and procedures

Skills and attributes for success:

• 3rd level educational qualification in Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Law, or a related field
• Confident and commercially minded with at least 10 years broad previous professional experience gained in an equivalent role
• Suitable experience in public procurement, contract management and/or administration (in the construction sector)
• Industry exposure to and knowledge of significant capital investment projects with experience of project delivery under the public procurement regime
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplined team and demonstrate the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently
• Working knowledge of the industry and market conditions
• Initiative and decision-making skills to prioritise tasks and drive results
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Previous experience of applying stringent compliance standards in a procurement function while managing the execution and documentation of tender processes
• Be able to identify and meet targets and savings through optimising procurement strategies

Ideally, you will also have

• Experience in consulting or similar client facing role
• Previous Public Procurement experience inf the Construction sector
• Knowledge of UK, Irish & EU Public Procurement rules and guidelines
• Multidisciplinary experience including project management, contract management and procurement.
• Thorough understanding of public procurement principles and practices, including contract administration, risk management, change management and dispute resolution.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

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:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

Inclusion & DiversityWe recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.