Consultant / Senior Consultant - Industrialised Design and Construction 1

About the Role

The Advisory and Programme Delivery (APD) unit provides project, programme and commercial management services together with advisory solutions across sectors such as built environment, defence, energy, water, transport and health. APD tackles projects up to £20 bn, delivering programme management, cost control, infrastructure finance, digital consulting and more. Strategic advisory helps client organisations navigate complex, inter‑connected challenges – from net‑zero ambition and climate resilience to digital transformation and social outcomes. The team combines technical problem‑solving with management‑consultancy expertise to align people, processes, information and technology. The role is a Consultant in the Industrialised Design and Construction (IDC) team, focusing on Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) and Modern Methods of Construction (MMC). The consultant will support strategic and technical advisory across buildings, water, transport and energy sectors, working with clients, designers, manufacturers and contractors to embed industrialised approaches. • Support development and implementation of IDC strategies across client portfolios to improve delivery efficiency. • Apply DfMA and MMC principles to optimise design, construction and operational outcomes. • Create and use standardised tools, methods and delivery models for repeatable, scalable solutions. • Develop IDC metrics and performance indicators for data‑driven decision making. • Produce case studies and a library of proven IDC approaches to capture and share knowledge. • Mentor staff and contribute to internal knowledge‑sharing activities. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to embed IDC principles from concept to completion. • Contribute to digital tools and data models that enhance transparency, traceability and automation. • Participate in client workshops, stakeholder engagement and delivery assurance to build trusted relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸idc strategy
• ▸dfma
• ▸standardised tools
• ▸idc metrics
• ▸digital tools
• ▸client workshops

What You Bring

Security clearance is beneficial but not required. The company does not currently sponsor Skilled Worker visas following the UK Government changes in April 2024, but welcomes applicants eligible for other immigration routes. • Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a related discipline. • Working towards or recently achieved chartership with a recognised professional body. • Proven experience applying DfMA, MMC or platform‑based approaches. • Strong verbal and written communication and collaboration skills. • Self‑motivated, accountable and able to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams. • Proactive, curious mindset with willingness to learn and challenge the status quo. • Understanding of the RIBA Plan of Work (or equivalent) and its application to delivery. • Experience on programmes or projects across sectors such as buildings, water, environment or transport. • Experience with systems engineering and requirements‑management tools. • Proficiency in digital delivery and its role in supporting DfMA implementation. • Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a strategic innovation mindset. • Knowledge of Lean principles and logistics. • Understanding of supply‑chain ecosystems for industrialised construction. • Awareness of manufacturing and assembly processes, materials selection and fabrication methods. • Familiarity with tools such as Power BI, Revit or parametric design platforms. • Relevant certifications or memberships (e.g., Lean Construction Institute, BuildingSMART). • Willingness to support business development and sale of advisory services. • Self‑starter attitude with ability to thrive in a fast‑changing start‑up environment. • Coachable mindset, open to feedback and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• ▸engineering degree
• ▸chartership
• ▸dfma
• ▸revit
• ▸lean
• ▸problem solving

Benefits

Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package covering health, financial and lifestyle wellbeing, including private medical insurance, pension matching, generous holiday entitlement and enhanced family and carer leave, as well as learning and development opportunities. • Private medical insurance and health cash plan for UK colleagues. • Pension matching of 4.5 %–7 % and life assurance up to 4‑6 × salary. • Minimum 33‑35 days holiday (increasing after 5 years) with buy/sell options. • Enhanced family and carer leave, including 26 weeks paid maternity and shared parental pay. • Flexible benefits allowing salary flex into additional health, insurance and wellbeing options. • Professional development support including annual institution subscription and mentoring programmes.

Work Environment

Hybrid