Design and Projects (D&P) Leader
The Design and Projects (D&P) Leader is responsible for the planning and delivery of EY@Work Office Fit‑out projects, ensuring EY@Work Design principles and the D&P Playbook are followed and incorporated throughout all phases of the project.
The role leads from a technical point of view and EY@Work strategic approach the major RE projects in selected locations in coordination with the responsible Regional Real Estate Leader and assigned Project Managers. It also ensures performance of all projects in line with EY@Work, delivers projects within budget and programme, and meets the agreed scope.
Key Responsibilities
* Successfully deliver EY@Work office construction and fit‑out projects for all EY locations in the selected countries/regions.
* Identify future requirements of EY’s offices in conjunction with Regional Real Estate Leaders and EY@Work program, and contribute to business case development (PPA) and conceptualisation.
* Oversee all phases of the design and construction project, including procurement and management of local Project/Cost Managers, architects, change and budget control, procurement strategy, reviewing drawings, acting as first point of approval for all design & procurement activities and facilitating approvals from relevant internal stakeholders.
* Establish and manage stakeholder expectations on EY@Work D&P responsibilities and be accountable for successful implementation of EY@Work from initiation to closeout across Global RE team, regional, country and local leadership and project teams and committees.
* Act as the main point of contact between the business and project team on all D&P related matters and advise internal stakeholders on all project matters as the real estate expert.
* Resolve issues arising from the project and, if required, escalated appropriately.
* Drive and deliver Design & Projects initiatives and strategies as part of the broader Real Estate Services team; regularly connect, share knowledge and encourage consistency.
* Drive value generation for the projects through cost savings, cost avoidance, brand value and others.
* Help drive Sustainability, Wellness and Agility in the RE portfolio through implementation in relevant projects.
* Ensure compliance with local regulations and relevant Health & Safety standards.
* Ensure the application of consistent processes and policies to projects, ensuring escalation of compliance or risk issues in line with the D&P Playbook.
* Help drive the Global RES agenda and contribute to goal setting and target achievement.
* Develop, implement, maintain, and be accountable for Region, and Country Executive management D&P project reporting to stakeholders and the wider RES team.
* Maintain an agreed risk‑management reporting process for each critical phase and milestone of all projects – including fiscal, time, critical date and stakeholder management – and establish visibility with key stakeholders.
* Manage the performance of the selected Project Management Framework partners and any other relevant Master Services Agreements.
* Take a lead position in supporting Regional Real Estate Leaders in the D&P part and be accountable for D&P requests and reporting to them as part of a wider team.
* Constantly share external best practices with the RES team and drive their own personal development.
Qualifications
* Minimum 5 years senior management experience in Design & Construction related professions, within professional services or large multi‑national corporations.
* Demonstrated experience in managing multicultural and virtual internal & external teams.
* Tertiary qualified in a related discipline with preference given to Degree and Master qualified candidates.
* Demonstrated experience in delivering large and diverse office projects across multiple geographies.
Ideal Qualifications
* Ability to travel within the relevant geography and to attend global meetings both physically and virtually as required.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills – fully proficient in English speaking, reading, and writing.
* Experienced at senior management level stakeholder management.
* Capable of executive management stakeholder management.
* Desired experience having worked client side or acting as a program manager.
* Exceptional influencing and negotiating skills.
* Experience working in a virtual team.
* Strong relationship building skills and emotional intelligence.
* Strong ability to lead and inspire stakeholders under a common vision.
* Ability to manage large amounts of logistical information, strong time management and prioritisation skills.
* Strong RE project management skills with the ability to lead and motivate multi‑disciplinary teams.
* Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies.
* Enthusiastic, committed and determined.
* Adaptable and open to change.
* Strong experience in delivering cultural change through the built environment and guiding stakeholders through a change journey.
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