Project Manager (Water Projects)

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… Our Water Asset Design team works primarily in the municipal water sector as well as the non-regulated (industrial/international) sector. Our clients include some of the largest water companies in the UK, and contractors working in the sector. We deliver wastewater treatment, water treatment, sewerage, and water network schemes, as well as supporting other related industries. Our projects range in scope from routine network maintenance projects to some of the largest water projects in the UK. Our team is distributed across the UK and is supported by an outsourced team in India.

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join our Water team to lead the delivery of projects involving multidisciplinary teams from optioneering through delivery and handover to the Client. As a Project Manager within the Asset Design team, you will work on a range of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects for a variety of water industry and industrial clients. You will be responsible for the planning, execution, monitoring and control, and completion of a defined project or defined work packages within a range of major projects or programmes to meet the clients' project objectives. This includes leading, guiding and developing multi-disciplinary project teams, championing high quality delivery, and promoting a focus on health and safety.

• Manage project proposals including determining project requirements, scope, resources, programme, and cost estimates (budgets) for delivering the project.
• Own the P&L with associated commercial and financial accountability including revenue delivery, margin and overhead management, budget and forecast determination and attainment, risk and opportunity reviews, cost controls, accounts payable/billing and cash collection.
• Develop project management documentation including project management plans, cost estimates and forecasts, risk registers, project schedules, stakeholder registers, project organisation charts etc. to successfully deliver the project objectives.
• Monitor and control the project schedule, manhours, budgets, forecasts, and expenditure.
• Ensure effective contract management including contract administration and change management.
• Manage work being performed by project team members (including assistant PMs working under your control), assuring outputs meet the project requirements.
• Manage project deliverables, information, and records.
• Effectively and accurately communicate relevant project information to the project team and customer.
• Anticipate and take pre-emptive action to address issues and potential conflict situations that may impact on project delivery.
• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams consisting of technical/professional staff and suppliers.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and capture lessons learned.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Proven experience in the delivery of infrastructure projects (exposure within the regulated water industry and/or non-regulated water projects would be highly advantageous but not essential).
• Working knowledge or accreditation in NEC supported with the necessary technical and practical skills to administer NEC Contracts.
• Membership of professional institutions such as: Association for Project Management (APM), Project Management Institute (PMI) or Member of Institute of Civil Engineers (MICE) etc.
• Proficiency in use of project management tools and software.
• Demonstrate competence in stakeholder management, risk, planning/scheduling, and commercial management.

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. With us, you can apply today.

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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.
• 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.

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.