WSP is a global leader in engineering and professional services, delivering innovative solutions that shape communities and advance society. With over 75,000 employees worldwide, WSP combines technical excellence with a commitment to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion.
What is PMCM?
Project, Commercial & Programme Management (PMCM) at WSP ensures successful project delivery through integrated management of scope, cost, schedule, and risk. Our team of over 400 professionals supports clients from concept to completion, applying structured methodologies and digital tools to deliver resilient, efficient infrastructure across sectors such as highways, rail, urban infrastructure, energy, water, carbon capture, nuclear, defence and large‑scale utilities.
Your Role
As an Associate / Associate Director Project Management specialist, you will join a growing team of dedicated Project, Design and Commercial Managers, delivering major projects across PMCM’s sectors. You will lead and develop high‑performing teams, drive business growth, and build strong client relationships, with a focus on net‑zero and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop high‑performing teams of Project, Programme, Design, and Commercial Managers.
- Drive business growth and build strong client relationships.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and functional leaders across project management, programme management, design, risk, PMO, cost and carbon management, planning and information management.
- Balance leadership and project delivery, expanding WSP’s project management offering.
What We Are Looking For
- Recognised qualifications (PMP, APM, PRINCE2, or equivalent) and substantial experience managing large‑scale, multidisciplinary infrastructure programmes.
- Extensive stakeholder engagement, client management and effective communication skills, with a proven track record of building and maintaining high‑performing teams and developing high‑potential team members.
- Strong commercial acumen, including cost management, budget forecasting and NEC3/4 ECC contract management (accreditation desirable), and experience overseeing change management implementation.
- Deep understanding of resource management and forecasting, and the ability to communicate with purpose, lead teams, take line management responsibilities and act with professionalism and authority.
- Ability to challenge the status quo, drive innovative solutions, and consistently deliver projects to high standards against demanding KPIs.
- Commitment to making a positive impact within civil infrastructure and construction, professional development, sustainability, and contributing to WSP’s wider initiatives.
- Degree in a relevant technical discipline (civil engineering, project/construction management) or equivalent combination of qualifications and relevant project experience.
- Chartered or on a path to chartership, current membership of relevant professional institutions (e.g., APM, MRICS, MCCIOB, MCIHT, CEng, MAPM, MICE) or equivalent experience is desirable.
- NEC3/4 ECC Project Manager accreditation is advantageous but not essential.
Benefits
- Hybrid working policy – flexibly work from home up to two days a week.
- Inclusive culture that welcomes diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Health and well‑being support including a virtual GP service, Gymflex scheme and comprehensive menopause support package.
- Flexibility to manage leave, including part‑time arrangements and the option to purchase additional leave.
- Professional development opportunities such as training, mentoring and chartership pathways.
Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria – please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
