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What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

WSP Industry operates in two main sectors within the UK, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences and Chemicals which comprises advanced chemical manufacturing, fine chemicals, and fibres. Our projects transform lives. They bring lifesaving drugs to the market, turn chemicals into innovative products and support the energy transition to net zero. This role is to deliver projects ranging in size (from £0.1M to £3M in fees, over 12-24 months) and sector with a total capital spend ranging from £10-£50million. As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead a project team to manage and oversee all the aspects of project delivery, including EPCM projects. You will be responsible for

• The day-to-day delivery of a wide portfolio of technical projects, consultancy, and advice including project management and leadership.

• Working as part of a team to deliver feasibility, conceptual, and detailed design studies and development strategies.

• The integration and management of multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outputs and provide effective project leadership.

• Providing project management expertise and accountability for the safety, quality, and financial performance of industrial projects.

• Contributing to business development and developing client relationships as well as actively supporting the development of others.

• Developing your skills to ensure ongoing flexibility and value to clients.

• Hybrid working – 2/3 days based in one of the UK regional offices (see below) or client with the possibility of overseas travel so the ability to travel is essential.

Your team

The WSP UK Industry team works on a variety of projects across each sector ranging from initial master planning through Front End Engineering Design (or equivalent RIBA work stages), basic and detailed design, through to implementation. We operate a significant part of our business through an EPCM delivery model working with suppliers and partners alike.

We are a self-supporting multi-discipline business operating within a matrix structure with a cohort of Senior and Project managers responsible for the delivery of projects. As a design-based business of approximately 70 people, our sole aim is to deliver technical-based project solutions to our clients ensuring the highest technical quality.

Our clients are located across the UK including global relationships with several key clients. You will report to the Head of Project Management and work within the PM team. Our Industry team is spread across the UK with a large base in Birmingham and this role will be UK based with regular visits to our Birmingham hub.

We will be looking for you to demonstrate…

Engineering degree (BEng/Meng) qualified. Chartered in own core discipline.

Project Management Professional, holding a PMQ certification (or similar) or if you have individual full membership of the APM (or equivalent professional project management body).

• Project delivery and contract administration through the project life cycle.

• Providing leadership and guidance to project teams in a multi-disciplinary environment.

• Effectively lead and manage multi-discipline task-focused teams.

• Taking accountability for delivering projects within agreed financial metrics.

• Making decisions on complex issues and providing direction regarding approaches and priorities

• Undertake contract management and administration under a framework or standalone contracts.

• Communicate, liaise, and manage clients on a project-by-project basis.

• Clearly communicate project requirements (scope/objectives/deliverables etc.).

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with all project stakeholders.

• Develop effective project strategy and execution plans.

• Effectively manage project change and deliver projects within agreed commercial fee arrangements.

• Manage project risks from inception through to completion.

• Ensuring compliance with quality management systems and driving efficiencies throughout project execution.

• Strong technical background, preferably Engineering degree (BEng/Meng) qualified.

• Professional qualification in project management, quantity surveying, and/or an engineering discipline.

• Membership of professional institutions preferably Chartered.

• Proven project delivery experience in one of our sectors and EPCM delivery model.

• Excellent interpersonal skills including communication and a track record of client-facing relationship management.

• Demonstrate competence in stakeholder management, risk, planning/scheduling, and commercial management in NEC and IChemE contract forms.

• Proficiency in the use of project management tools and software.

• A proven and demonstrable background in delivering relevant projects to a high standard. Can demonstrate enthusiasm for the delivery of excellence in net zero and decarbonisation projects.

• Demonstrable experience in a collaborative integrated delivery team.

• Natural communicator, negotiator, and champion of good practice.

• Good IT skills are paramount,

• A full UK or Irish Driving License is advantageous.

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In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

Health & Wellbeing?

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.

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Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.