Associate – Project Management (Lexica. Member of WSP) in Cambridge

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 Associates are responsible not only for service development and delivery, but also in providing leadership to our growing team of project and programme managers and participating in client and business development.

You will be …

• Managing the successful delivery of health, life science and/or higher education projects and programmes of varying size and complexity.
• Defining, planning, and implementing the delivery structure, phasing and resources needed to deliver the required outcomes and to realise the business case and return on investment for our clients.
• Identifying, mitigating, and managing risks, issues, and dependencies in accordance with recognised industry standards or the agreed risk management policy, framework, and project/programme governance.
• Leading, managing, and motivating delivery teams and others working on the project to ensure there is a clear understanding of outcomes roles and responsibilities.
• Supporting the smooth running of programme/project governance and decision-making, contributing delivery subject matter expertise and context when required.
• Leading the production of regular project performance reports to provide concise and up to date delivery status and to support senior level decision making.
• Managing the financial performance of commissions, against budget and revenue targets.
• Proactively monitoring progress to ensure that all commissions are managed in line with Company values, standing financial instructions, and industry good practice, and in compliance with appropriate legislation, statutory approvals, and mandatory standards.
• Acting as the key point of contact for clients and teams related to these commissions.
• Assisting in the development and management of a specialist team of consultants, providing guidance and mentorship to junior consultants, and fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
• Identifying and proactively pursuing business opportunities and building a pipeline of future work.
• Supporting bid proposals and responses to tenders.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

• Demonstrable experience as a Senior Project Manager in complex project/programme environments, preferably in construction consultancy, health, or life sciences and acting as Project Lead i.e. being the accountable person for delivery of that commission.
• Project delivery utilising common procurement methods and contract strategies ideally NEC 3 or 4.
• Experience in delivering in accordance with industry delivery best practice, such as the NHS Capital Investment Manual, RIBA Plan of Work, OGC Gateways.
• Substantial experience of engaging with diverse stakeholder groups at all levels of seniority.
• Experience in presenting at programme and project board meetings using written and visual presentation methods and tools.
• Excellent communications and facilitation skills formal report writing, advising on complex issues and / or recommendations. Ability to translate technical information into easily understandable concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Preferably educated to degree or equivalent level in a relevant field.
• Membership of a chartered institute in the construction industry (e.g. RICS, CIBSE, CIOB, APM or MICE).
• Recognised Project/programme Management qualifications and/or chartership, e.g. APM PMQ, Managing Successful Programmes, NEC PM accreditation, MRICs or ChPP.
• An aptitude for business development and/or mentoring others in their professional development.

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.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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 9,000 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.
• 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.
• 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.