Assistant Project Manager

The opportunity 

At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value – solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity, and governments every step of the way.

As our Assistant Project Manager (Senior Consultant), Construction and Project Advisory, based in Melbourne, you’ll join our Real Estate, Transactions, and Delivery team where you will have the opportunity to work across multiple industry sectors, as well as across functions within the EY network.

This is an excellent opportunity if you are seeking to continue to grow and shape your career pathway in project management and advisory and gain exposure across a broad and exciting range of projects where you will see your impact on urban fabric environments. 

This is a hybrid position based in Naarm – Melbourne.

Your key responsibilities  

• Assist in providing Project Management services, focusing on strategy, risk management, governance, design coordination, authority approvals, stakeholder engagement, and procurement and contracting processes to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support the leadership and project management efforts for a diverse range of clients, including government, institutional, and private sector entities, helping them achieve their property and development goals.
• Contribute to projects across various sectors such as education, health, retirement living, commercial, energy, defence, and social housing.
• Participate in significant capital projects, including new constructions, major refurbishments, and infrastructure upgrades. This includes helping to prepare procurement strategies, providing constructability insights, and assisting in project planning and risk management.
• Gain exposure to innovative housing models, including Build to Rent and Social and Affordable Housing initiatives.
• Explore and utilise new real estate and project management technology applications to enhance project delivery and client outcomes.
• Collaborate with other EY teams to support the execution of strategically important projects, fostering a team-oriented approach.
• Experience the full project lifecycle, engaging in projects that offer unique opportunities beyond traditional project management roles.

Skills and attributes for success 

• Must have a minimum of 2+ years’ experience post University qualification in a property related field such as project management, architecture, engineering, building, construction industry, or client side.
• A strong interest in project management within a consulting or client-side environment, with a desire to grow and develop within a dynamic team aiming to expand.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a property-related field, such as Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, or Engineering.
• An eagerness to learn and expand your project advisory and management skills, particularly in a collaborative team setting.
• Analytical skills, effective emotional intelligence and communication abilities, and a keen attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability to engage with a variety of projects, along with a proactive approach to supporting cross-team collaborations.
• A willingness to support internal initiatives including business development bid support, team presentations, and learning and development.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, MS Project, and PowerPoint desirable.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
• A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits    
• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at  ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous

Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at [email protected] or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. 

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