Assistant Design Manager / Project Manager - WSP Architecture in City of London

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… The role is intended to provide hands-on experience supporting the delivery of some of our major transport and infrastructure projects and programmes, with current opportunities including King Fahd International Airport Modernisation and Heathrow Terminal 5 Optimisation. Working within integrated, in-house multidisciplinary teams will provide experience of the coordination, technical interfaces and organisational demands associated with complex projects at scale. The role will place particular emphasis on developing the management and organisational capabilities required to support and, over time, lead elements of major project delivery across our UK and international portfolio.

• PROJECT SUPPORT - Support project managers with programme, cost, risk and deliverable tracking activities. Able to organise information, monitor actions and maintain project records. Demonstrates reliability in completing assigned tasks and escalating issues appropriately.
• DOCUMENT CONTROL - Management and coordination of project documentation within project systems and Common Data Environments. Able to manage document registers, workflows, transmittals and revision control whilst maintaining compliance with project procedures and information standards.
• BIM SUPPORT - Support project teams in the implementation of BIM and information management requirements. Assist with model coordination activities, information exchanges, BIM execution plans and compliance with project BIM standards.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate… Team player, proactive and willing to learn from project and technical leads. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities. Comfortable working within project management, document control and BIM environments. Able to demonstrate accuracy, attention to detail and ownership of assigned tasks. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with project teams, clients and supply chain partners. Willingness to develop knowledge of project delivery processes, governance and reporting requirements. Recognition that the role will primarily support the successful delivery of transport and infrastructure projects.

• PROJECT MANAGEMENT - Understanding of project delivery processes, governance, reporting requirements and project controls. Knowledge of programme management principles, action tracking and stakeholder coordination.
• DOCUMENT CONTROL - Understanding of document management principles including revision control, approval workflows, naming conventions and information governance. Experience using Common Data Environments and digital collaboration platforms.
• BIM / INFORMATION MANAGEMENT - Working knowledge of BIM standards, model coordination processes and information management requirements. Understanding of ISO 19650 principles, digital delivery workflows and multidisciplinary design coordination.
• TECHNICAL - Broad understanding of architectural design and construction processes, with awareness of how architectural information interfaces with other disciplines throughout project delivery.

This version positions the role as a clear progression route towards Project Manager, BIM Coordinator, Information Manager or Design Manager whilst Qualifications Part II qualified Architect, or recently qualified Architect. Additional qualifications or training in project management, BIM, information management or digital delivery would be advantageous.

Experience - Experience working within a multidisciplinary design environment. Experience supporting project delivery activities across one or more project stages. Experience producing and managing project documentation and deliverables. Exposure to BIM processes, Common Data Environments (CDEs) or document management systems would be beneficial. Must be able to obtain UK vetting level of Security Check (SC).

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team. 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.

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.
• 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.