WT Partnership - Associate Vice-President – Cost Consulting (Boston)Founded in Australia back in 1949, WT has become a force in North America since 2010. Recognized for our technology-forward 'start-up' culture, highly engaged team of multi-disciplinary advisors and long-term partnership approach with client programs, WT is a trusted advisor to owners, developers, government and private sector clients. With a footprint of over 60 locations and 2000 staff globally, we're an award-winning advisory firm who support clients across the infrastructure investment, construction and asset management sectors.
We are a privately held company, looking to hire the best talent to assist with a planned growth and be rewarded with a competitive package, training, mentorship and excellent career opportunities.The RoleAs an active management team member, you will undertake multiple and complex work assignments, delivering within timeframes and managing resources to provide exemplary professional services to our clients, and generally supporting management to ensure the effective and efficient operations of the company in the region.In this role you will provide capability leadership for cost consulting and project delivery including business development, marketing and technical delivery as well as supporting the broader WT partnership business in delivering additional value to our existing and future clients globally.This position will be based out of a new location to be set up in Miami, applicants are asked to be willing to relocate to this location if not already present.ResponsibilitiesProfessional liaison with all internal and external customers and stakeholdersProvide commercially pragmatic and technically accurate technical cost/project management & controls advice to our clientsIdentify and facilitate business opportunities to enable the growth and continuity of work within the regionResource planningEnsure the efficient and organized working of staffEncourage staff suggestions and feedback on current practiceProvide day to day oversight of your direct reports and projects to management.Office management duties ensuring the financial performance of the officeMaintain professional expertise and continue professional developmentEnsure the implementation of WT partnership policiesUndertake all necessary technical duties as required including:Project controlsOwners representative servicesProgram assessment & auditValue engineeringDispute resolution advisoryContract negotiationsClaims preparation, presentation, negotiation and settlement of claimsProcurement advisoryBid evaluations and analysisRisk management facilitationMasterplan and feasibility adviceProject structuring & governance (owners advisory and project management)Project managementCost consulting (full service)Initiate and lead the development of WT partnership policies and practiceDevelop and implement operation processes which ensure a high level of efficiency and effectivenessGenerally ensure commercial interests of the company are fully protected at all timesMarketing and salesInterview and recommend potential permanent and contract staff as directedAssist in fostering a continuous learning environment through provision of staff training, thought leadership and mentoringDemonstrate practical leadership and provide direction to staffEnsure that clients are invoiced for work done on an accurate and timely basisDevelop, expand and maintain existing WT client relationshipsOther TasksWork as project leader or job captain, including:Ensure that staff are appropriately trained/experiencedEnsure sound resourcing, progress, and standards are maintainedThe setting of specific quality objectivesThe establishment of quality plans where required.Selection of procedures and specific quality recordsDay to day liaison with clients and design teamsPlan sound management controlsBrief, direct and supervise staff so as to satisfy client's requirementsRequiredBSc in quantity surveying or equivalent relevant degreeA minimum of 8 years' technical experiencePre and post-contract experienceUS citizenship and/or existing/transferable right to work in USPreferredRoyal institution of chartered surveyors accreditation (MRICS), or equivalent preferredExperience using cost x, OST, Revit, BIMBenefitsPerformance related annual bonus structure4 weeks' vacation plus statutory holidaysPersonal mobile phone expense or company-provided phoneComprehensive medical and dental planCompany pension plan with employer contributionsPaid professional membership duesRelocation benefits/assistance (by negotiation)How To ApplyProvide a detailed resume and covering letter including details of recent and significant projects, plus achievements.