WSP in the UK & Ireland
Project Manager (Roads)
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Enthusiastic & Talented Project Manager Needed
Join WSP’s Roads Team to Make a Difference
At WSP, you can connect with top talent, drive cutting-edge highways and infrastructure projects, and build a career as unique as you are. We value curiosity, innovation, and diverse perspectives.
About the Role
WSP is seeking a dynamic Project Manager to join our Roads team based in London & South East.
Your role will involve leading the delivery of projects across planning, design, and construction for public and private-sector clients nationwide. You’ll play a key part in our high-performing team, ensuring quality, efficiency, and compliance while supporting junior staff to grow.
Key Responsibilities
Your work will include:
- Managing highways projects through planning, design, and construction for public, private, and infrastructure clients in the UK.
- Ensuring compliance with quality management systems while driving operational efficiencies.
- Providing mentorship and guidance to junior staff, supporting their professional development and progression.
- Working with limited supervision to plan, execute, and control projects, including managing risk and change.
- Administering and negotiating contracts under framework and standalone agreements.
- Collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams, client stakeholders, and internal resources—including remote teams in India—to deliver projects on time and budget.
- Balancing client relationships, stakeholder engagement, and operational objectives.
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You’ll thrive in this role with the following qualifications, skills, and attributes:
- A professional qualification in project management or an engineering discipline.
- A degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics).
- Accreditation in NEC (New Engineering Contract) principles, demonstrating leadership in contract administration.
- Membership or eligibility for membership in professional institutions, such as:
- APM (Association for Project Management)
- PMI (Project Management Institute)
- MRICS (Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors)
- MICE (Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers)
- A background in highway/linear infrastructure is preferable, though we are eager to develop strong project management talent irrespective of sector experience.
- Proven ability in stakeholder management, risk analysis, planning/scheduling, and commercial negotiations.
- Experience with project management tools and software.
- Compliance skills (e.g., understanding CDM Regulations and Designers’ Duties).
What We Value in You
While we’re looking for candidates who meet the primary criteria, we’re just as excited about agility, transferable skills, and a passion for growth. If you’re open to discussing how your background aligns with this—and other—roles, we welcome your application.
About Us
WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, dedicated to innovation and collaboration. Our team of over 69,000 professionals across 60 countries works together to create lasting positive impacts in local and global communities.
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Why Join WSP?
Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid working policy: Enjoy flexibility with 2 days per week working remotely, paired with opportunities to collaborate in modern UK offices.
- WSP My Hour: Use one hour daily for personal settings—ideally outside peak hours.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We foster a welcoming environment where everyone can bring their whole, authentic self to work. Cultivating a culture of inclusion and belonging, we foster community through employee resource groups and diverse conversations.
Health & Wellbeing
- Access a Virtual GP service at your convenience.
- Benefit from the Gymflex scheme for 40% off annual memberships.
- Utilise a comprehensive menopause support program.
- Florescent adjustments for workplace needs.
Your Development
- Vulnerable, tailored for your growth.
- Mentorship and support for professional qualifications and charterships.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
At WSP, we actively encourage applications from all backgrounds, regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, marriage/family status, or pregnancy/maternity/paternity.
As a Disability Confident leader, we commit to interviewing all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. If you require any workplace adjustments, please inform us during your application.
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