Capital Projects Manager

Manager – Capital Projects, EY Consulting

Manchester & London

At EY, we are proud to work at the heart of some of the UK’s most complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes. We work across the infrastructure lifecycle, including early stage project definition, design, delivery, operations, and decommissioning. We act as a Key Advisor, working with senior leaders across all areas of their businesses to shape the infrastructure of the future, and deliver customer-focused outcomes.

Our work is anchored in delivery of the UK’s 10-Year Infrastructure Strategy, supporting the delivery of the UK’s £718bn infrastructure pipeline, and aligned to national priorities including net zero, resilience and productivity.

Our focus sectors include:

• Energy Transition — we work at the heart of the next generation of low carbon infrastructure, including nuclear power, renewables and carbon capture and storage
• Transport Infrastructure – we work on some of the UK’s biggest road and rail projects, as well as with operators of the UK’s transport infrastructure
• Utilities – we work with clients at the forefront of the UK’s power network on the complex grid upgrades required, as well as securing access to clean water and sanitation required for the next generation
• Social Infrastructure – supporting the renewal of the UK’s aging infrastructure, including across health, education and justice sectors
• Defence and National Security Infrastructure
• Digital Infrastructure such as AI-enabled platforms, data centres and telecommunications

As a Manager, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality advisory work across major infrastructure and capital programmes. You will work closely with senior decision‑makers to bring clarity and structure to complex initiatives, leading workstreams, coordinating multi‑disciplinary teams and shaping clear, actionable recommendations. You will also contribute to the growth of EY’s Infrastructure practice through team development, thought leadership and business development activity.

What You’ll Do

• Lead delivery of workstreams across major infrastructure and capital programmes, managing project teams to deliver
• Own the development of reports, documents and presentations to assist clients and senior members of the EY team with decision making
• Lead the facilitation of workshops, meetings and engagement sessions with clients and stakeholders
• Lead on programme and project management delivery using both traditional and agile approaches, including planning, project controls, RAID management, delivery assurance and reporting
• Lead on the development of business cases and investment cases for sustainable, net-zero and large-scale infrastructure initiatives (including Green Book Five Case Model business cases)
• Build strong working relationships and collaborate with clients, acting as a trusted day-to-day advisor to clients
• Drive stakeholder alignment across diverse groups, supporting clear communication, shared understanding and coordinated decision‑making
• Manage, coach and guide junior team members, supporting their development
• Identify opportunities for additional support and contribute to proposals, research and wider business development activity
• Stay informed of sector trends and emerging infrastructure themes to support timely, relevant advice
• Help strengthen EY’s market presence through insights, collaboration and optional public-facing activity (e.g. social media, thought leadership)

What We’re Looking For

• A strong understanding of the UK infrastructure landscape, including the UK’s long term infrastructure strategy
• A genuine passion for infrastructure and the value it can bring, with a clear interest in how major programmes are shaped, delivered and operated
• A background in supporting infrastructure / transformation projects
• Experience in industry, government or consulting environments, including Strategy, Big 4 or Technology Consulting, engineering consultancies, or infrastructure owner / operator organisations
• Ability to build trusted relationships with clients, through excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret information and shape clear, practical recommendations
• Outstanding communication skills, including the ability to write to a high standard, present confidently and tailor messages for senior stakeholders
• Experience in programme and project delivery, strategic advice, and operating model implementations
• Facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to bring stakeholders together, build alignment and drive outcomes
• Enjoy working in a hybrid environment, including with clients on site, with EY teams in the office, and virtually
• Willingness to travel to client sites across the UK
• Experience across one or more infrastructure sectors, such as transport, energy, utilities, social infrastructure, defence and digital infrastructure
• A bonus but not essential – an alignment to the profession through relevant qualifications or memberships (e.g. ICE, MPA, APM, PRINCE2 or similar)

Career & Growth

At EY, you will have the opportunity to:

• Work on some of the most significant infrastructure and transformation programmes in the UK and internationally
• Build relationships with key decision-makers and programme leaders across public and private sectors
• Develop leadership capabilities through contributing to delivery and shaping delivery approaches
• Contribute to business development and help shape future service offerings
• Access structured learning, mentoring and clear pathways for career progression

What We Offer

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:

•  A competitive, market-benchmarked salary and performance-related bonus, alongside EY’s wider benefits and flexible working arrangements
• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs
• A diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs

If this role sounds like a good fit, we’d encourage you to apply or get in touch for a confidential chat

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