KPMG UK
Programme Advisory and Capital Excellence Manager
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Programme Advisory & Capital Excellence Manager
Base Location: We would look at London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Leeds plus a network of 20 offices nationally.
Who we are
KPMG is one of the world's leading consultancies, supporting the UK across periods of crisis and growth. Our Major Projects Advisory (MPA) practice operates within KPMG’s Customer, Operations, and Infrastructure (CO&I) service line. We deliver high impact outcomes for clients across the UK and beyond, with a focus on infrastructure.
Our Programme Advisory and Capital Excellence (PACE) team sits within MPA and brings together cross-sector experts in complex project and programme delivery, strategic portfolio management, and capital delivery transformation. We support clients to transform delivery capability, drive change, and unlock long-term value. As a recognised market leader, we are proud to partner with an impressive client base across both private and public sectors, delivering lasting results in several market sectors, namely:
- Energy
- Water
- Oil and Gas
- Defence
- Government
- Healthcare
- Transport
- Financial Services
- Retail
Why join us?
- Work on a wide range of high-profile, complex infrastructure projects across multiple sectors.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders shaping capital delivery strategies for major national programmes.
- Help leading organisations optimise their investments for value and efficiency.
- Join a growing team with access to diverse, challenging opportunities.
- Learn in a supportive, high-performing, cross-functional team environment.
- Accelerate development through hands-on delivery and access to a structured learning programme.
- Work with experts across a broad range of disciplines and sectors.
- Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative culture that values excellence and integrity.
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How you will contribute
- Manage the delivery of client-facing workstreams, leading teams in the design and delivery of solutions that are end-user focused.
- Produce high-quality outputs with attention to detail and execution.
- Support engagement managers on financial and delivery aspects of engagements.
- Collaborate across KPMG’s broader service lines to design integrated, client-tailored solutions.
- Operate within internal governance frameworks to ensure compliance and quality assurance.
- Monitor emerging trends and industry developments, using insights to shape practical recommendations and contribute to thought leadership.
- Lead elements of bids, proposals, and wider business development activities.
- Act as a role model for an inclusive, collaborative culture aligned with KPMG’s values.
Key experience required
- Hands-on experience delivering complex infrastructure projects or programmes, either in consulting or industry.
- Strong track record in project-based delivery, leading teams across sectors such as energy, water, transport, defence, healthcare, government, financial services, or retail.
- Strong understanding and practical application of project, programme, and portfolio management (P3M) principles.
- Evidence of high performance and career progression.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work under pressure and deliver to tight deadlines.
- Confident communicator, able to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.
- Proficiency with key project tools (e.g., MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, Oracle, P6, PowerBI) and knowledge of other proprietary technologies is welcome.
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What will set you apart
- Professional certifications (APM PMQ/PPQ; MoP; MSP; PRINCE2, etc.)
- Experience in:
- Digital transformation and technology adoption, including AI
- Capital planning or capital portfolio management
- Process and value stream efficiency and optimisation
- Organisational readiness and effectiveness
Our locations
Our core hubs for this role:
- London - Canary Wharf
- Manchester
- Birmingham
- Leeds
With 20 sites across the UK, we blend office work, client site, and working from home, with flexible hours, and part-time options. If you have a need for flexibility, please register and discuss this with our team.
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