Senior Manager

OverviewAt KPMG, you’ll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.Are you a talented individual with a proven track record on executing project deliverables. Our Global Infrastructure Advisory team - comprising almost 100 professionals nationally - is a multi-disciplinary group of capital project managers, engineers, consultants, accountants, economists, and other specialists, many of whom are former owners, contractors, and/or design or construction professionals from industry. We add value to our clients on their major infrastructure projects by helping them understand and manage the risks associated with their projects. We assist both public sector and private sector clients in the development of strategies to realize their major infrastructure projects by providing a full spectrum of planning, transaction structuring, value for money, procurement, delivery, and asset management and operations advisory services. In addition, as part of our growing Canadian practice, you will join a team of multi-disciplinary professionals supporting clients locally, regionally and across the country.As the successful candidate, you will be part of the team delivering high quality services to top tier public and private sector clients. You will advise on major projects for government (federal, provincial and municipal), as well as the private sector across a wide variety of industries and sectors including social infrastructure (health, education, etc.), energy, resources, agri-food, utilities, real estate, and transportation. You will also assist with business development in western Canada and nationally.What You Will DoProject Development and DeliveryThe services the successful candidate will provide to public and/or private sector clients may includeProject planning and strategyFeasibility, business case, economic and market analysisOperational and organizational reviewsProject performance reviews and healthchecksProject funding and financing model development and analysisProject risk assessment, including identification and quantification of risksProcurement strategy development, and procurement process managementDevelopment and implementation of project governance and project management frameworks, and related project delivery toolsCommercial structuring of complex contracts, and contract managementProject implementation advice through design and constructionProject controls set-up and/or monitoring (cost and schedule management, risk management, change control, reporting)Advisory services related to major organizational transformation (especially those enabled by information technology or capital projects)The responsibilities of the successful candidate in delivering these services over the course of specific client engagements will includeLeading and managing teams of KPMG advisory personnelProviding leadership, direction, and guidance to senior and executive level client stakeholdersDefining and presenting client materials including status reports, project reports and presentationsActively overseeing the delivery of core analysis responsibilities including primary and secondary research, quantitative data collection and analysis, financial modelling, business analysis, and application of methodologies to achieve client objectivesActively developing materials (frameworks, tools, documentation, etc.) that support improved project deliveryDeveloping and managing work plans with respect to scope, budget, schedule, and quality of work/deliverablesBusiness DevelopmentThe successful candidate will help grow the business throughLeadership in business development activitiesDevelopment of relationships with other practice areas within KPMG (management consulting, risk consulting, deal advisory, audit and tax) both locally and in other officesMaintenance and development of Trusted Advisor relationships with current and future clientsLeading the development of proposals (both strategic messaging and original content)Development of KPMG’s profile within the marketplace via industry involvement, contribution to internal and external publications, and presentation at conferences and industry eventsPractice DevelopmentThe successful candidate will help develop our internal teams throughTraining and mentoring of staff and contributing to the overall skills enhancement and experience of the teamWorking closely with Senior Managers, Directors and Partners to develop team capacity and capabilitiesLeading risk management, quality management, and administrative activitiesWhat You Bring To The RoleA Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Economics, or equivalent professional education. An MBA or other post-graduate studies or professional affiliations (e.g, P.Eng., PMP, etc.) is preferred, but not required.10-15 years of industry experienceThe ability to simplify problems and synthesize related content into succinct and clear materialsProject planning experience with capital projects / programsProject/construction management and/or procurement experience with large capital projectsProject controls and contract management experienceA solid understanding of the lifecycle activities supporting an infrastructure assetCommercial and contract management experienceExperience with alterative contract types (e.g. DBB, EPC, EPCM, DBFO, PPPs, CM, etc.) and the development of these contracts for projectsStrong technical, analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesProven track record at managing multiple and competing prioritiesProven capabilities of managing and working within a multi-disciplinary teamDemonstrated initiative and ability to communicate and effectively engage with a diverse group of clientsStrong interpersonal skillsStrong emotional and organizational intelligenceExcellent writing and verbal communication skillsThe ability to travel within Canada and abroad, as necessary, is also critical to this role.Pay Range and BenefitsKPMG BC Region Pay Range Information The expected base salary range for this position is $111,000 to $199,500 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills & competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.Our ValuesIntegrity, Excellence, Courage, Together, For Better. We do what matters. KPMG in Canada is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply.Adjustments and accommodationsWe are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process and can offer adjustments or accommodations on request. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778. #J-18808-Ljbffr