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Project Manager (Water Projects)
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Project Manager (Water Projects)
Project Manager – Water Asset Design
Location: UK (Based on HR requirements) Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Engineering & Water Sector
About the Role
The Water Asset Design team at WSP operates across the municipal water and non-regulated industrial/international water sectors. Our clients include major UK water companies and key industry contractors. We deliver high-impact infrastructure projects such as:
- Wastewater treatment
- Water treatment
- Sewerage systems
- Water network schemes
These projects span from routine maintenance to some of the largest infrastructure projects in the UK. Our team is distributed across the UK, with an additional technology support team based in India.
We are now recruiting for a Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary projects—from optioneering through delivery and client handover.
In this role, you will lead a range of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects spanning water industry and industrial clients. Your responsibilities include:
- Planning, executing, monitoring, and delivering projects or work packages aligned with client objectives.
- Leading multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality delivery and a robust focus on health and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Manage project proposals, determining:
- Project requirements
- Scope
- Resource allocation
- Programmes and cost estimates
Owner of P&L and commercial accountability, including:
- Revenue delivery
- Margin and overhead management
- Budget determination and attainment
- Risk and opportunity reviews
- Cost control
- Accounts payable/billing and cash collection
Develop essential project management documentation:
- Project management plans
- Cost estimates and forecasts
- Risk registers
- Project schedules
- Stakeholder registers
- Project org charts
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Monitor and control:
- Project schedules
- Manhours
- Budgets
- Forecasts
- Expenditure
Ensure effective contract management, including:
- Contract administration
- Change management
Manage and mentor project team members (including Assistant PMs), ensuring outputs meet project requirements.
Oversee project deliverables, records, and information management.
Communicate project information clarity and accuracy to both the team and clients.
Anticipate and preemptively resolve issues or conflicts that risk project delivery.
Lead multi-disciplinary teams of technical/professional staff and suppliers.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement, capturing lessons learned.
Requirements & Qualifications
Experience
- Proven success in managing infrastructure projects, preferably within regulated water or non-regulated water industries (ideal yet not essential).
Certifications & Knowledge
- Working familiarity with and accreditation for administering NEC contracts.
- Membership in a professional project management or engineering body, such as:
- Association for Project Management (APM)
- Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Member of Institute of Civil Engineers (MICE)
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
Soft Skills
- Demonstrated competence in stakeholder management, risk management, planning/scheduling, and commercial oversight.
About WSP
We are a global engineering and professional services leader, united by a mission to create positive, lasting impacts in the communities we serve. With 11,000+ professionals across the UK and Ireland and an international workforce, we foster innovation, integrity, and inclusion.
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Benefits & Culture
Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid working model: 2 days remote, 3 days in-office, with modern office facilities available.
- Flexibility to manage personal commitments through WSP My Hour (1-hour daily buffer for personal activities).
Inclusivity & Diversity
- We embrace authentic diversity, encouraging employees to bring their unique backgrounds to work.
- Employee Resource Groups promote a culture of inclusivity and belonging.
Health & Wellbeing
- Thrive Program: Support for holistic health through training and access to resources.
- Virtual GP Service: NHS or Irish Medical Council GP access for on-demand medical advice.
- Menopause Support Package: Comprehensive resources for those in need.
Flexible Work Arrangements
- Portable Bank Holidays and the option to exchange time off.
- Part-time and full-time flexible work policies.
Career Development
- A supportive environment focused on training, mentorship, and Chartership opportunities.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At WSP, we actively encourage applications from all eligible candidates, regardless of:
- Sex
- Race
- Disability
- Age
- Sexual orientation
- Gender reassignment
- Religion or belief
- Marital status
- Pregnancy/maternity/paternity
WSP is a Disability Confident Leader and will interview all applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria. If you require workplace adjustments, please indicate in your application.
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