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Project Manager (Water Projects - Asset Management)
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Project Manager (Water Projects - Asset Management)
Project Manager (Asset Management) – Water Sector
At WSP, you can grow and shape your career in meaningful ways. With a global team of over 69,000 talented professionals, we’re dedicated to creating positive, long-lasting change in the communities we serve.
About the Role
Due to the scale of work required for Asset Management (AMP8), we’re seeking committed individuals to join our Water team and support a diverse team of multidisciplinary experts.
As a Project Manager in our Asset Management team, you’ll oversee a range of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects for water industry and industrial clients. Your responsibilities include:
- Leading, guiding, and developing multidisciplinary project teams
- Championing high-quality, timely delivery
- Ensuring strong health safety and environmental compliance throughout projects
Daily Responsibilities
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Project Planning & Development
- Manage project proposals, defining scope, requirements, resources, programmes, and cost estimates (budgets).
- Own the Project & Finance (P&L), ensuring revenue delivery, margin and overhead management, budget and forecast accuracy, risk assessment, cost controls, accounts payable/billing, and cash collection.
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Project Documentation & Compliance
- Develop critical project management documentation, including:
- Project management plans
- Cost estimates and financial forecasts
- Risk registers
- Project schedules and stakeholder registers
- Project organisation charts
- Develop critical project management documentation, including:
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Monitoring & Control
- Track progress against schedule, man-hours, budgets, forecasts, and expenditure to ensure adherence to objectives.
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Contract & Change Management
- Ensure effective contract administration and change management processes.
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Stakeholder & Team Leadership
- Lead multi-disciplinary teams comprising technical/professional staff and suppliers.
- Manage project deliverables, information, and records with transparency.
- Effectively communicate project status and updates to teams and clients.
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Problem-Solving & Conflict Resolution
- Anticipate and address potential issues or conflicts preemptively to safeguard project delivery.
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Continuous Improvement
- Promote a culture of rigorous quality control and lessons learned for future success.
Requirements
Key Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience in delivering infrastructure projects, ideally with regulated water industries or non-regulated water projects.
- Familiarity with NEC contracts, including applicable technical and practical administration knowledge.
- Professional membership or accreditation from relevant bodies such as:
- Association for Project Management (APM)
- Project Management Institute (PMI)
- Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (MustC) or equivalent.
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
Technical Competencies
- Demonstrated expertise in:
- Stakeholder management
- Risk monitoring and mitigation
- Planning and scheduling
- Commercial project management
Education & Professional Development
- Undergraduate or postgraduate (MSc/BSc) qualification in relevant disciplines, such as:
- Civil Engineering
- Earth Sciences
- Environmental Science
- Geography
- Chartership route with relevant professional bodies (in progress or completed).
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About WSP
We are a global leader in engineering and professional services, dedicated to making a real-world impact through innovation, integrity, and inclusive collaboration. Across the UK and Ireland, our 11,000+ professionals work to build stronger, sustainable communities worldwide.
Why Join WSP?
Work-Life Balance
Train with our hybrid working model—two days of home-based flexibility per week, supported by modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We embrace diverse talent and celebrate authentic self-expression in the workplace. Our Employee Resource Groups foster connection and support.
Wellbeing & Support
- Virtual GP service for NHS/Irish Medical Council (IMC) consultations.
- GymFlex scheme offering up to 40% off gym memberships.
- Reasonable workplace adjustments for all employees.
- Comprehensive menopause support policy.
Time & Flexibility
- "WSP my Hour" policy: take one-hour flexible breaks for personal time.
- Part-time and flexible working arrangements.
- Supplemental leave options and flexible holiday scheduling.
Career Development
- Supportive environment with investments in training and mentorship.
- Chartership guidance recognised by professional institutions.
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