Consultant - Real Estate Advisory

Job DescriptionWe are seeking a proactive and resourceful Consultant to join our dynamic and growing Real Estate Advisory team in Manchester. In this role you will help clients to think strategically about how their buildings and portfolio could be better used to transform the way they work. This might involve discussions with key decision-makers to understand their strategy and vision for the future; using data to provide cutting‑edge analysis of real estate portfolios; or developing robust business cases to unlock critical funding opportunities. This role will require you to think on your feet, resolve complex problems, and have excellent attention to detail. Each client we work with has unique requirements, challenges, and goals, which means no two projects are ever the same.ResponsibilitiesCollaboration and Problem Solving: work closely with clients to understand their requirements and develop tailored real‑estate solutions.Research and Analysis: conduct in‑depth research and analysis (e.g. feasibility studies) to support the development of business cases and estate solutions.Industry Expertise: provide expert advice to clients on the latest real‑estate and sector industry trends.Lead and Inspire: guide multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high‑quality and influential solutions on time and to budget.Business Generation: develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across Scotland, both internal and external, to identify new opportunities and prepare compelling proposals.Stakeholder Management: lead stakeholder engagement across built‑environment projects, ensuring effective collection, management, and alignment of stakeholder requirements to support successful project outcomes.SkillsExcellent analytical, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, able to effectively convey complex information to diverse stakeholders.Proactive, dynamic, and collaborative self‑starter.Confident and credible in a client‑facing environment.Persuasive and influential, not afraid to challenge, debate and influence key decisions.Flexible and adaptable to changing project requirements.Self‑motivated with excellent time‑management skills.Strong organisational skills, able to manage objectives and resources to meet commercial requirements.QualificationsEssential: knowledge of the UK Real Estate industry or the role of property in underpinning business decisions.Essential: knowledge of the RICS/RIBA stages of a project, particularly stages 0‑2.Essential: 2+ years experience in a consultancy and/or client‑side environment.Essential: experience of authoring strategic documentation such as Business Cases and/or Estate Strategies for Real Estate change and investment.Essential: knowledge of at least one of the following industries – Defence, Local Government, Central Government, Healthcare, Education, Commercial, Developer.Essential: effective communicator who listens and understands client needs.Desirable: knowledge of the HM Treasury Green Book 5‑Case Model.Desirable: relevant industry qualification or degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Surveying or similar.Desirable: Security Clearance (SC) or willingness to attain clearance.Desirable: demonstrable leadership abilities and experience in managing teams and delivering projects on time and within budget.Desirable: financially literate, with the ability to conduct financial analysis and appraise investment options.Desirable: proficiency at using tools like Excel and Power BI for data analysis.Desirable: understanding of benefits management.Additional InformationOur inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance.Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. #J-18808-Ljbffr