Project Manager; Water Projects

Overview

Our Water Asset Design team works primarily in the municipal water sector as well as the non‑regulated industrial and 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, and support other related industries. Our projects range in scope from routine network maintenance projects to large‑scale water projects in the UK.

The team is distributed across the UK and supported by an outsourced team in India.

• 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

• 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

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 and enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole authentic selves to work.

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. We also provide a Gymflex scheme and a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time: we offer “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 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.