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Project Manager (Water Projects)
Project Manager – Water Asset Design Team
Location: Belfast
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About the Opportunity
At WSP, you’ll shape a unique and meaningful career while exploring new challenges and collaborating with diverse, talented professionals.
The Water Asset Design team works across municipal and non-regulated (industrial/international) sectors, including UK water companies and major contractors. We deliver water treatment, sewerage, and network schemes, from routine maintenance to large-scale projects, with support from an offshore team in India.
We’re seeking a Project Manager based in Belfast to drive high-quality project delivery across complex water infrastructure initiatives.
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What You’ll Do
As a Project Manager in our Asset Design team, you’ll:
- Lead projects from optioneering through delivery and handover, coordinating multidisciplinary teams towards client objectives.
- Plan, execute, and control projects by:
- Defining scope, resources, programmes, and cost estimates for major projects or work packages.
- Own P&L accountability—managing revenue, margins, budgets, financial forecasts, risks, and commercial compliance.
- Develop project documentation (plans, risk registers, schedules, stakeholder registers, etc.) for seamless delivery.
- Monitor schedule, man-hours, budgets, and expenditure for progress and compliance.
- Manage contracts thoroughly, overseeing administration, change control, and client liaison.
- Lead project teams, ensure deliverables meet requirements, and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.
- Anticipate risks and resolve potential conflicts proactively.
- Employ stakeholder and technical staff to drive excellence in health and safety, commercial management, and quality assurance.
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What We’re Looking for
You’ll stand out if you have:
- Proven project delivery experience in infrastructure projects (preferably within the regulated/non-regulated water industry, though not essential).
- NEC Contract experience with associated technical/legal acumen.
- Professional accreditation (e.g., APM, PMI, MICE, Chartered PM).
- Project management tools proficiency (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, risk analysis software).
- Strong skills in:
- Stakeholder management
- Risk evaluation
- Planning & scheduling
- Financial/commercial governance.
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Why Work with Us?
Culture & Inclusion
- Hybrid working policy: 2 days/week in our modern offices or home.
- WSP My Hour: Dedicate 1 hour daily to your well-being, with flexibility.
- Flexible & part-time arrangements: Supporting work-life balance.
- Workplace adjustments: Legally endorsed support for neurodiversity or disabilities.
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Wellness & Support
- Thrive Programme: Health and wellbeing initiatives.
- Virtual GP service via NHS/Medical Council (UK/Ireland).
- 40% gym discount via GymFlex.
- Menopause support package (friendly, tailored resources).
Professional Growth
- Chartership mentoring and tailored training pathways.
- Mentorship & internal career mobility to grow expertise in diverse projects.
Community Impact
- Work on global landmark projects—contributing to lasting, positive change.
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Our Commitment
WSP affirms equal opportunities. We are committed to inclusivity, celebrating diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities across:
- Gender
- Race
- Disability
- Age
- Orientation
- Marital status
- etc.
Our Disability Confident status means we’ll interview all meeting the essential criteria if you disclose a disability (let us know if adjustments are needed).
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