Senior Consultants and Associate Directors- Advisory

HKA is a leading global consultancy in risk mitigation, dispute resolution, expert witness and litigation support. We anticipate, investigate and resolve complex challenges by harnessing world-leading multi-disciplinary expertise and experience. 

As trusted independent consultants, experts and advisors, we deliver solutions amid uncertainty, and provide the insights that make the best possible outcomes a reality for public and private sector clients worldwide.  We have advised on some of the largest and most complex infrastructure projects across the globe. 

As part of the HKA team you can expect: 

• To be a part of a rapidly growing team driving the future success and development of our global business. 

• To make a positive difference to organisations that have a direct impact on the lives of people across the globe.

• Opportunities to develop innovative delivery models, lead complex commercial negotiations, and successfully deliver large scale capital projects. 

• A professional and dynamic environment where differing views are valued. 

The Opportunity: 

We are looking for Senior Consultants and Associate Directors to join our expanding Advisory team in Johannesburg, South Africa. We are seeking individuals with experience in the delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects, ideally within sectors such as energy, utilities, transport, and other major capital programmes.

The ideal candidate will have experience working within complex delivery organisations, with expertise in areas such as programme and project management, delivery model design, programme setup, performance monitoring, project controls, risk management, and the establishment of robust governance frameworks.

HKA’s Advisory business works with government bodies, infrastructure owners, investors, and engineering organisations, providing strategic guidance on the planning and successful delivery of major capital and energy projects.

This role offers the opportunity to influence high-impact programmes and contribute to the growth of our advisory offering in the Southern Africa region, as well as across the HKA International area (including Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific).

Skills and Experience: 

We are seeking individuals with proven project experience, in-depth knowledge of construction commercial principles and a willingness to learn and develop. 

• Degree qualification in engineering, business, quantity surveying, law, commerce, or other relevant discipline. 

• Leadership and management skills, with the initiative and eagerness to develop strategies to overcome challenges. 

• Willingness to support and contribute to the professional development of others within the team. 

• Experience developing operating models, portfolio assessments, and procurement strategies in the infrastructure sector.

• Experience with collaborative contracting and incentive regimes. 

• Experience developing robust standard form or bespoke contracts and negotiating with suppliers to achieve competitiveness and risk reduction. 

• Experience managing the tendering process from requirements gathering through to contract award, including developing all procurement documentation. 

• Ability to create trusted and lasting relationships with clients and stakeholders. 

• Ability to prioritise and manage your own time in an environment with several competing requirements. 

• Sound working knowledge of public sector procurement. 

• Strong track record of business development and converting sales opportunities. 

What we offer: 

At HKA we recognise that our people are critical to our ongoing success. Our priority is to provide an inclusive and collaborative culture aimed at providing the best opportunities for our people to thrive and develop in their chosen career path. 

We operate a flexible working pattern both in terms of hours and location and are happy with flexible remote working. 

Our Global Recruitment team is committed to providing an authentic candidate experience for all those who take the time to apply to HKA. We are committed to providing an efficient and insightful recruitment process giving candidates a true reflection of life at HKA.