WSP in the UK & Ireland
Project Controls Engineer (PMCM)
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Project Controls Engineer (PMCM)
Project Controls Engineer (PMCM: Programme Solutions)
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 deliver the best work of your career. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates innovation, fresh ideas, and diverse perspectives. You can experience absolute opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
About the Role
As a Project Controls Engineer within our PMCM (Programme Solutions) group, you’ll play a key role in supporting global transport and infrastructure projects. Working alongside multi-disciplinary teams, you’ll ensure smooth, time-efficient delivery of projects while meeting client expectations on quality, budget, and schedule.
In this role, you’ll make a meaningful impact by supporting the planning and execution of major projects, collaborating closely with clients and design teams—and ensuring that schedules, budgets, and resources are always optimised for success.
We operate globally, partnering with external clients, multi-disciplinary teams, and site locations. While we support flexible working arrangements (minimum 3 days in the office per week), we remain committed to seamless collaboration, integrating with colleagues and clients in a way that reduces silos and fosters innovation.
At WSP, we value innovative thinking to push the boundaries of project management. Our audacious approach encourages taking on new challenges, continuously uplifting skills, and achieving your personal and professional goals. With a broad spectrum of opportunities—ongoing support for career progression—we empower you to grow, develop, and thrive within our globally connected workforce.
Join WSP, a passionate team of Project and Commercial Managers united by expertise and a shared dedication to delivering high-quality, high-impact solutions.
What We’ll Expect from You
To excel in this role, we’re looking for you to:
- Monitor project costs, budgets, and financial performance; provide regular cost analysis and budgeting reports to project teams and management.
- Support and maintain project schedules using industry tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, ASTA) and ensure adherence to deadlines.
- Collaborate closely with the team to facilitate communication, coordination, and alignment across the project and with clients.
- Contribute to delivering performance reporting—including monitoring progress, identifying variances, and recommending corrective actions.
- Promote and implement the company’s project controls methodologies, ensuring universal standards and continuous improvement.
- Assist in preparing and presenting project status reports to clients, senior management, and stakeholders—keeping everyone informed and aligned.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and project controls best practices.
- Participate in risk management processes, including identifying, assessing risks, and developing proactive mitigation plans.
- Conduct performance assessments and recommend enhancements to support project efficiency and value delivery.
- Uphold compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and industry standards.
- A plus if you have experience in developing Power BI and data analytics—we actively seek individuals who appreciate leveraging tools to drive insight.
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What Does a Career at WSP Offer?
With our global reach, you’ll have the chance to work on landmark projects worldwide, make an impact in areas you care about, and collaborate with some of the industry’s most innovative minds. Here, you can truly deliver the best work of your life and build a lasting legacy.
At WSP, we believe you can shape yourself into the professional you want to be. Let’s make that future happen.
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering services and professional consulting firms, guided by purpose, innovation, and integrity. Our global team of over 11,000 professionals in the UK and Ireland is dedicated to improving communities through world-class solutions. Driven by collaboration and bold ideas, we create sustainable, long-term growth—rooted in ambitious thinking, accountable action, and a commitment to diversity.
Why This Role is Powerful
⚖️ Work-Life Balance
We understand life is more than work. Time for family, friends, hobbies, and personal growth is irreplaceable—and we make it sacred.
Our policy fosters balance with two days of hybrid work per week, so you can work from home (with office access when needed) without sacrificing collaboration.
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🌏 Inclusivity & Belonging
We celebrate who you are. Every perspective counts. Diverse and authentic voices build cultures that represent—and then transform—individual and collective lives.
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect communities across the company with shared interests, fostering a diverse culture of respect, inclusivity, and allegiance. From LGBTQ+ and menopause support to disability and diversity initiatives—we stand up for what matters.
💪 Health & Wellbeing
Nurturing your wellbeing is just as important as delivering exceptional projects.
- Thrive Programme: Wellbeing initiatives and resources delivered via in-house programmes.
- Virtual GP Service: On-demand, confidential medical support at any time.
- Adjustments for Equality: Tailored workspace flexibility to ensure everyone thrives.
- Gymflex Scheme: Up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our flexible benefits package.
- Menopause Support: Comprehensive guidance and advice on managing this life-stage.
🕒 Flex Your Time
At WSP, we build a workday that truly fits your life.
You have the option to log up to one personal hour a day (called WSP My Hour)—use it however works best for you. Reclaiming control over your time creates work that’s fulfilling and deeply meaningful.
We also offer:
- Part-time and flexible work arrangements for those who want to tailor work schedules to their actions and commitments.
- The ability to buy additional annual leave and customize your bank holiday allocations.
🛠️ Your Development
Investment in you is investment in us. At WSP, we proudly support ongoing:
- Managed Training Programmes
- One-to-one Mentoring
- Support for Chartership (engineering qualifications)
- Career progression opportunities, both technically and in leadership.
WSP places professionals front and centre of their future.
#WeAreWSP
At WSP, equity is not an endeavor—it’s a way we thrive. We commit to hiring and nurturing a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from those with diverse backgrounds and identities.
In line with our Disability Confident mission, we’ll invite all qualifying candidates who declare a disability for interviews—regardless of exact fit. Let us know how we can adapt for your needs.
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