WSP in the UK & Ireland
Project Manager (Water Projects)
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Project Manager (Water Projects)
Project Manager – Water Asset Design
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About the Role
Our Water Asset Design team operates primarily in the municipal water sector, as well as the non-regulated (industrial/international) sector, working with some of the largest water companies in the UK and key contractors within the industry. We deliver critical projects in:
- Wastewater treatment
- Water treatment
- Sewerage
- Water network schemes
- Infrastructure and non-infrastructure solutions
Our projects range from routine maintenance to large-scale water infrastructure developments across the UK. The team is distributed nationally, supported by an outsourced team based in India.
We are seeking a Project Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of projects, from optioneering through to execution and client handover.
Key Responsibilities
As a Project Manager within the Asset Design Team, your responsibilities will include:
- Planning & Management
- Manage project proposals, defining scope, resources, programmes, and cost estimates (budgets)
- Lead financial accountability, including revenue delivery, margin management, cost controls, budgets, and forecasting
- Develop key project documentation, such as:
- Project management plans
- Risk registers
- Stakeholder registers
- Time plans & schedules
- Contract administration records
- Monitor and control project progress across schedule, man-hours, budgets, and expenditures
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Team Leadership & Governance
- Lead multidisciplinary teams, including technical and supplier resources
- Ensure quality assurance and health & safety compliance
- Manage project deliverables, information, and records, ensuring alignment with objectives
- Drive continuous improvement and capture lessons learned
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Stakeholder & Contract Management
- Ensure effective communication with teams and clients
- Anticipate and resolve issues or conflicts that impact project delivery
- Lead change and contract management, including NEC contract administration
What We Are Looking For
We seek a candidate who can demonstrate:
✔ Proven experience in delivering infrastructure projects, preferably within:
- The regulated water industry (highly advantageous)
- Non-regulated water/sector-spanning schemes
✔ Practical knowledge or accreditation in NEC (New Engineering Contract) frameworks
✔ Sixth-year experience in:
- Stakeholder management
- Risk & financial planning
- Programme and cost oversight
- Technical/operative stakeholder relations
✔ Professional membership or alignment with leading project management bodies, such as:
- Association for Project Management (APM)
- Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Institute of Civil Engineers (MICE)
✔ Proficient use of project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, internal WSP ERP systems)
Why Join WSP?
Work-Life Balance
Dedicate time to your personal and professional life with our hybrid working policy—2 flexible days home-based, alongside modern offices for seamless collaboration.
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Inclusivity & Belonging
We foster diverse workforces and champion a culture where everyone is authentically themselves. ESG Information Workforce Bella’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) support underrepresented communities.
Health & Wellbeing
- Access a Virtual GP, serving employees globally.
- On-demand adjustments, including disability accommodations.
- Gymfund discounts (up to 40% off gym memberships through our Flexible Rewards Scheme).
- Comprehensive menopause support policies.
Your Development & Flexibility
- Paid parental leave, top-up life insurance, and savings schemes.
- "Work your hour" policy—a free hour per day to focus on your needs.
- Part-time/flexible work options, extra holiday allowance, and customised bank holiday arrangements.
Impact Through Innovation
Work on legacy-defining projects worldwide while shaping your career in an organisation that values not just excellence, but lasting positive change.
Commitment to Diversity
We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals across all protected characteristics, including disabled and neurodiverse applicants.
QA Disability Confident Leader: All disabled applicants meeting essential criteria will be interviewed. Please inform us of any workplace adjustments required.
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