Associate Director

RPS is a connected global professional services firm of 5,600 people. Operating in 125 countries, we're as diverse as the communities and clients we represent. Together, we define, design and manage projects that create shared value in a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world.

Our integrated **Advisory Division **brings one of the most comprehensive advisory and management consulting offerings to the property and infrastructure advisory market. Our people are advising on some of Australia's largest projects across a variety of sectors including Property, Infrastructure and Natural Resources. We are making it easier for clients to engage with the best minds in the Australian market.

Due to continued growth, we are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious **Associate Director **to join our expanding team in **Melbourne**, Australia. In joining us, you will be:

- Joining an international company
- Joining a small but rapidly growing team with an opportunity to influence the national growth of the service line and business
- Working to drive the Melbourne office Cost Advisory team forward, in collaboration with other offices nationally
- Joining a company that values its people and is culturally diverse, and
- Working across a variety of sectors

**ABOUT THE JOB**
- Team lead for the Melbourne Cost Advisory team reporting to the Sydney-based lead
- Identifying and pursuing business development opportunities across all sectors
- Management and coordination of inputs and deliverables to ensure on-time and high-quality outcomes
- Support and peer review of team deliverables
- Support the strategic growth of the Cost Advisory workstream
- Working across a range of sectors (private and public)
- Measuring and estimating construction costs and cost planning
- Producing project budgeting for feasibility studies
- Contract administration and reporting
- Assessing project risk and cost reporting for financial institutions
- Life cycle costing and replacement reporting

**ABOUT YOU**
- Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Law or Engineering
- High-level verbal and written communication skills
- Keen judgment and decision-making ability
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities
- Use of critical thinking, logic, and reasoning
- Exceptional negotiation skills, strong interpersonal skills, confidence and professionalism
- A strong financial and commercial acumen is a must, as the accurate preparation of cost plans, as well as identifying new projects and working with team leaders to build relationships for future projects
- Advanced computer literacy, including Microsoft Office, and preferably CostX (not essential)
- Ability to collaborate as part of a high-performing team
- Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy of work
- Possess a strong work ethic and good organisational skills and can meet strict deadlines within a fast-paced working environment
- Previous experience in Property sectors and or Infrastructure

**WHAT'S ON OFFER**

You will have the opportunity to work with some of the industry's most influential and talented leaders. You will also be provided with:

- Flexible work arrangements
- 14 Weeks of paid parental leave
- Vibrant workplace culture
- Professional memberships
- Service recognition awards
- Additional annual leave purchase scheme
- Defence reservist leave
- Active lifestyle reimbursement $250 p.a.
- Learning and talent development programs, incl study assistance and eLearning etc. and
- Active social clubs, employee assistance programs, and more

We are a certified **Family-Inclusive Employer **and offer these positions Full-time or Part-time, with opportunities available in Melbourne.

**Our Approach**

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work. ‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: ‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’

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