Project Manager (Roads)

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… As a Project Manager in the SDF (Service Delivery Framework) Roads team you’ll be working alongside a host of talented people ranging from our early career professionals to established engineers and project managers working across the Roads business to improve the local and strategic networks, based in our London & South East region (located in either of our: Cambridge, London (Westferry Circus), Basingstoke, Guildford or Southampton offices).

What is SDF? The National Highways Scheme Delivery Framework (SDF) is a multi‑billion‑pound procurement strategy used to maintain, renew, and improve England’s Strategic Road Network (SRN). It enables regional, collaborative, and performance‑based contracts for works such as pavement, civil engineering, and technology to enhance safety and efficiency. Being part of this framework team, you will lead the delivery of moderately complex projects, accountable for scope, schedule, budget, and resource management, while ensuring quality and compliance with WSP’s procedures and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scopes, manage schedules, control budgets, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, managing expectations, and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, maintaining registers and mitigation plans.
• Oversee procurement activities and contract compliance, working within NEC or similar frameworks.
• Ensure deliverables meet agreed quality standards and that reporting requirements are fulfilled.
• Manage project documentation, tracking milestones, resources, and change control.
• Mentor and upskill more junior staff helping them develop professionally and progress towards professional qualifications.
• Work collaboratively with clients and key stakeholders as necessary to deliver the schemes/projects.

Qualifications & Skills

• APM PMQ or equivalent qualification is not a prerequisite but will be greatly beneficial to the role.
• Proven experience managing projects with accountability for delivery of scope, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Understanding of NEC contracts or similar, with experience in contract administration and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Competency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project) and a proactive approach to process improvement.

Benefits

• Work‑life balance – 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.
• 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.

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.