Commercial Manager - Water sector - (CI&U - PMCM)

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role… You will play a pivotal role in delivering pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying (QS) or Cost & Commercial Management services specifically for clients within the Water sector. Your responsibilities will encompass estimating, cost planning, procurement, cost assurance, and the post-contract financial and commercial management of water-related projects, which may vary in size and complexity. This focus on the Water sector will also provide you with opportunities to work on a range of specialist infrastructure schemes within this field.

Depending on your seniority and experience, you could be involved in delivering QS or commercial management for water sector projects, leading teams dedicated to water infrastructure, training and mentoring staff working in this area, preparing bids and securing new contracts in the Water sector, providing people leadership and management, and representing WSP UK at industry events with a particular emphasis on water industry initiatives and specialist sectors.

YOUR TEAM You will join a diverse, growing team of Quantity Surveyors, Cost Managers and Commercial Managers, and other related professionals who work across multiple sectors. You will be part of our Project Management and Commercial Management Team (PMCM) – made up of approximately 400 colleagues across the UK. This team provides Quantity Surveying/Cost and Commercial Management, Programme and Project Management and Project Controls services to deliver both Building and Infrastructure projects for public and private clients. You will be within one of our four groups - Civil Infrastructure and Utilities.

You will be based from our hybrid Bristol office with travel expected to clients in the South West Region. At WSP, you will get to work on iconic programmes and projects, plus develop and expand your career within a global company – one with international offices and access to reach back into our world-class, worldwide teams and markets.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Essential
• MRICS or Assoc RICS, or working towards a professional qualification, with relevant experience within the water sector
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to evidence applicable knowledge, skills and experience concerning QS/Cost and Commercial competencies required by the relevant professional institutions, specifically relating to water sector projects
• Where applicable, possess demonstrable management, project leadership and delivery experience at a senior level in the water sector
• Desirable
• Have strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities with a keen attention to detail
• Adaptable and flexible approach to workload
• Have an alternative, relevant, professional qualification or working towards (e.g. CICES, AcostE)
• Ability to travel from base office or home to site, client/project team offices, other WSP offices, and project locations
• Are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team
• Hold a degree, or similar higher education academic qualification
• Have proven organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Are not afraid to challenge the status quo to try innovative solutions and learn from past experiences
• Familiarity or working knowledge of specialist software such as CostX and CEMAR
• Working knowledge/experience of NEC Contracts and other industry standard contract forms
• Able to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders
• Have previous experience of working in a QS/Cost and Commercial Management role in a consultant, contractor, or client organisation – particularly in the following sectors: water, energy, environment, infrastructure, or transportation

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

• Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

• Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

• Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

• Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP 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.