Line of Service
Advisory
Industry/Sector
Central, National, Federal Government
Specialism
Advisory - Other
Management Level
Director
Job Description & Summary
Our collective blend of expertise and experience makes PwC a great place to work. PwC Ireland welcomes top talent from all backgrounds to join us at the start of what will be your lifelong journey of development and discovery. Let's see where your talent could take you.
PwC Ireland – Bring Your Talent, Grow Your Skills, Unlock Your Potential
Join the growing Transport team in PwC Ireland's Government & Public Sector Consulting practice, to help reimagine transport services and deliver on the major investment programme that’s already underway. As a Director, you will play a pivotal role in driving business growth and shaping the strategic direction of PwC's transport practice. You will lead complex programmes that will deliver lasting improvements for citizens, and contribute to environmental goals. You will bring deep knowledge of Ireland's public sector and political context, exceptional stakeholder leadership, and a proven record of successful delivery in complex, infrastructure-intensive environments.
Purpose-Led Work You'll Be Part Of
As a Director, you will leverage your influence, expertise and network to deliver quality results for Transport clients while driving business growth for PwC's broader Government & Public Sector team. You will:
Business Development & Growth
- Lead Transport account growth within G&PS go-to-market strategies
- Identify, develop and convert new business opportunities in key accounts
- Lead end to end business development cycle, including proposal development and client pitches for major transport client contracts
- Achieve annual business development and managed revenue targets
- Expand PwC's presence across the Transport market and in specific disciplines that underpin it..
Client & Delivery Leadership
- Lead, and have overall accountability for, large-scale transformation programmes for transport clients
- Oversee the development and implementation of future-state operating models, procurement strategies, operational effectiveness plans and adjacent advisory services for priority clients
- Ensure delivery of high-quality outputs aligned to client expectations, project goals and PwC standards
- Apply and champion project management and change management methodologies across transformation initiatives
- Collaborate with clients to co-create solutions that address complex organisational challenges
- Drive benefits realisation and sustained value creation across engagements
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with senior transport sector stakeholders and decision-makers
- Anticipate stakeholder needs, pre-emptively developing and discussing potential solutions
- Navigate political and operational complexities with confidence and credibility
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement at the most senior levels
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead, mentor and develop teams of Senior Managers and Managers
- Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and feedback
- Foster an inclusive and collaborative team environment
- Maximise transport consulting opportunities by working with the wider PwC firm
- Recruit and retain top talent with public sector expertise
- Contribute to the overall capability development of the wider G&PS practice
Your Profile
Required
- A recognised University Degree with 10+ years' experience in management consulting or senior public sector roles, particularly in the Transport sector
- A strong track record in business development, client relationship management and winning major transport or infrastructure contracts
- Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated ability to identify, shape and convert business development opportunities
- Deep understanding of two or more of the following capabilities: Operating Model Design, Public Sector Procurement, Transformation Delivery, Programme Management or Change Management
- Knowledge of the challenges the Transport sector is facing in the context of the wider Irish government agenda
- Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, with experience navigating political and operational complexities at senior levels
- Proven leadership experience managing and developing diverse, high-performing teams
Preferred
- Master's degree, MBA or relevant professional qualification
- Existing network of senior relationships across the transport and/or broader public sector
- Experience delivering complex transformation programmes
Enjoy PwC’s perks
We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive employee benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about us at Life@PwC. (https://www.pwc.ie/careers-ie/life-at-pwc.html).
Being appreciated for being you
Our most valuable asset is our people and we grow stronger as we learn from one another. We are an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We believe this so much that we have signed up for the Business in the Community Elevate Pledge. (https://www.bitc.ie/the-leaders-group-on-sustainability/inclusive-workplace-pledge/)
You can learn more about our culture of belonging and explore our range of inclusive programmes, initiatives, employee resource groups and more at www.pwc.ie.
Avoid the confidence gap; you do not have to match all the listed requirements exactly to apply, we’d love to hear from you!
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please email us for more information.
PwC Ireland is committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Working together in an inclusive environment enables us to harness the collective and complementary skills, knowledge, background, and networks of our people.
PwC Ireland is committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Working together in an inclusive environment enables us to harness the collective and complementary skills, knowledge, background, and networks of our people.
Required Skills
Optional Skills
Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Budgetary Management, Business Analysis, Business Development, Business Process Improvement, Business Transformation, Change Management, Coaching and Feedback, Communication, Creativity, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Strategy, Embracing Change, Emerging Technologies, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Financial Management, Inclusion, Industry Trend Analysis, Influence, Innovation, Intellectual Curiosity {+ 24 more}
Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not Specified
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
Yes
Government Clearance Required?
No
Job Posting End Date