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Project Controls Engineer (PMCM)
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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 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.
About the Role
As a Project Controls Engineer within the PMCM (Programme Solutions) group, you will play a crucial role in supporting global transport and infrastructure projects. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure smooth project delivery while meeting client expectations in terms of quality, timelines, and budget.
In this role, you’ll drive impact by:
- Supporting planning and execution of major projects
- Working closely with clients and design teams
- Managing schedules, budgets, and resources effectively
WSP fosters a flexible approach, encouraging hybrid working (minimum 3 days on-site per week) to align with colleagues and clients while collaborating globally.
Our culture embraces innovative thinking, welcoming challenges that help you grow professionally. With abundant opportunities for personal and career development, WSP invests in your success.
Your Team
You’ll join a dynamic, high-performing Project and Commercial Management team, dedicated to delivering outstanding outcomes for clients. The team features skilled Project Controls Managers who share diverse expertise and passion for excellence, fostering high-quality service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
The following skills and attributes will shape your success in this role:
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- Monitor project costs and budgets, producing regular financial reports and analysis for project managers.
- Develop and maintain project schedules (using tools like Primavera P6, MS Project, or ASTA).
- Collaborate with project teams to ensure effective communication and coordination.
- Facilitate performance reporting and reviews to improve project outcomes.
- Implement project controls processes and tools for better efficiency.
- Prepare and present project status reports to clients and senior leadership.
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and project controls methodologies.
- Support risk management by identifying risks, assessing impacts, and crafting mitigation strategies.
- Conduct performance analytics and provide data-driven recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with WSP policies, industry standards, and best practices.
Desirable:
- Exposure to PowerBI and data analytics for advanced forecasting and business intelligence.
How We Will Assess Your Fit
If your experience doesn’t perfectly align with all requirements, we encourage you to apply. We’d love to explore how your skills can contribute to this role or our broader team opportunities.
Why Choose WSP?
Shaping a meaningful career—connected to global projects and a diverse workforce—drives our mission at WSP. We empower you to:
- Work on landmark infrastructure projects worldwide.
- Collaborate with talented professionals from varied backgrounds.
- Create a lasting impact in communities you care about.
With WSP, you can do the best work of your life while building a legacy.
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WSP is a global, transformative engineering and professional services firm with over 11,000 experts across the UK and Ireland. We unite our teams under a commitment to innovation, integrity, and inclusion, ensuring positive, sustainable change for communities everywhere.
Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid policy – Work from home 2 days/week, with modern offices enabling collaboration.
- “WSP My Hour” – Dedicate one hour daily to personal time (flexible make-up within the workday).
- Flexible arrangements – Part-time work, additional leave, and adjusted bank holiday usage.
Inclusivity & Belonging
WSP celebrates diversity, fostering authentic careers and a culture where everyone feels they belong.
- Employee resource groups connecting people with shared backgrounds for inclusion.
- A commitment to respect, integrity, and empathy.
Health & Wellbeing
Our health-focused "Thrive" program supports your wellness through:
- Virtual GP access (on-demand NHS/Ireland consultations)
- Workplace adjustments for disabilities (where necessary)
- Gymflex – Up to 40% off gym memberships via WSP’s flexible benefits
- Comprehensive menopause support
#LI-RM2 – We Are WSP
At WSP, we value equality, fairness, and opportunity. We proudy welcome applications from people regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic.
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates meeting the requirements. If you’d like workplace adjustments for your interview, please let us know.
Apply today and take the next step toward a meaningful career.
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