At EY you will have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with a global scale, training, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself and a better working world for all.


The opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Senior Consultant to join our Real Estate - Construction team to our Lisbon or Porto office’s. EY has an established leading real estate technical practice: we address complex issues in all real estate segments and we advise our clients on technical due diligence, project management, procurement, costs analysis, engineering and other advisory services. You have the opportunity to develop your career through a broad scope of projects, mentoring and formal learning. That’s how we develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.


Your key responsibilities

• Support our Construction team in strategic and operational activities;
• Conduct technical due diligence and urban planning analysis;
• Conduct physical inspections to buildings and data collection;
• Review of Engineering projects;
• Lead technical meetings with general clients, contractors, designers, architects and consultants;
• Conduct Project Management activities based on PMI methodology;
• Preparation of status reports and project management tools;
• Collaborate with people across Strategy and Transactions, as well as the broader EY team to support service delivery outcomes and cross-teaming.

Skills and attributes for success

• Excellent interpersonal and business skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively in internal and external forums;
• Ability to work in multiple projects and effectively prioritize competing demands;
• A proactive, supportive and respectful approach to their team, and able to function under pressure but also demonstrate judgment in the need for escalation when required;
• Advanced report writing, analysis and problem solving;
• Fluency in business English and Portuguese is mandatory both verbal and written;
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Academic education in Civil Engineering or similar fields of study;
• At least 4 to 10 years of relevant professional experience;
• Proficiency in Office, Autocad, MS Project and PM tools;
• Demonstrate track record in solving complex problems and challenging projects;
• Background in BIM software is valued;
• Certification in PMP is valued;
• Fluency in Portuguese and English.

What we look for
Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.


What working at EY offers
EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience. Plus, we offer:

• Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around;
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career;
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.


The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.


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At EY, we're committed to providing recruitment and career opportunities to all, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, social background or disability. We believe that equality and diversity are central to our recruitment process, as they enhance creativity and efficiency, leading to improved performance and productivity. In line with this commitment, EY Portugal recently became a member of the Inclusive Community Forum. This initiative, led by Nova SBE, focuses on the recruitment of individuals with disabilities, advocating for a more inclusive community. Moreover, EY Portugal has also endorsed the Diversity Charter of APPDI (the Portuguese Association for Diversity and Inclusion), pledging to establish and develop internal policies and practices which support diversity. Through these initiatives, EY seeks to actively contribute to the inclusion process, and promote a more inclusive community for people with disabilities, by actively participating in creating solutions.