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What if you could shape a career as unique as you?
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead complex projects with significant scope, risk and stakeholder interfaces.
* Shape delivery strategies, challenge technical assumptions, and validate scopes and sequencing.
* Drive effective risk and issue management, embedding mitigations into cost and programme decisions.
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance to optimise commercial outcomes.
* Lead multidisciplinary teams, resolving conflicts and mentoring junior staff.
* Ensure high‑quality deliverables and adherence to governance frameworks.
Your team
You will be part of our wider Civils team, made up of over 600 professionals across the UK and sit within our Transport & Infrastructure business unit. Your future development will be actively supported with access to WSP’s full range of training, development tools and resources and be part of transforming UK infrastructure. You will integrate into our team’s flexible working culture, offering a balance of home and office working, where safety and wellbeing are paramount.
Qualifications & Experience
* ChPP qualification or equivalent.
* Extensive experience in managing complex projects, ideally within structures, civil, or infrastructure sectors.
* Strong commercial acumen with proven ability to manage project finances and resource allocation.
* Demonstrated ability to build and maintain senior‑level client relationships.
* Experience leading teams, promoting positive HS&W behaviours, and aligning delivery with strategic objectives.
What’s in it for you?
* Work‑life balance – Hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.
* Inclusivity & Belonging – We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences and encourage people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work.
* Health & Well‑being – Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex scheme and comprehensive menopause support.
* Flex your time – “WSP My Hour” allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities with flexibility to make up time.
* Your development – We foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth through training, mentoring, and Chartership.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Professional Services
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