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WSP USA Principal Project Manager in London, United Kingdom
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services firms providing technical consultancy to the built and natural environment. We believe that for societies to thrive, we must all hold ourselves accountable for tomorrow. For us, that means creating innovative solutions to the challenges the future will bring to the communities and environments where we live and work across the UK.
We are locally dedicated and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, programme and construction management professionals. Our experts design lasting solutions in the property & buildings, transportation & infrastructure, environment, industry, resources (including mining, and oil & gas) and power & energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. And safety and sustainability are embedded in everything that we do.
Check out www.wsp.com for more info about the great work we do.
We are looking for a talented Project Manager to support and lead the delivery of numerous projects in WSP Planning, Property & Advisory team. At WSP, we'll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed today and into tomorrow.
Supporting a large team of professionals, you will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of the project, manage the day-day delivery of our services, ensuring that the objectives are clearly defined and achieved within the agreed time, cost, and quality constraints. You will have a key role in project governance and will work with stakeholders to ensure the agreed project outputs are delivered to enable benefit realisation.
Our clients develop major aviation, highway, rail, energy & water infrastructure Projects. We are seeking to appoint a Project Manager who can effectively support a diverse team whilst interfacing with our clients in the delivery of projects.
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.
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We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!
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.
To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/who-we-are)
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.
APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!
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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.
Ensure on the safety, health and wellbeing of the project team
Manage project controls through WSP and client systems
Interface with client team counterpart to determine client expectations. Acting as a trusted advisor
Review and advise on the contract scope and discuss with project delivery team
Management of the interface between the Client and WSP
Management of reporting and cost controls in collaboration with the Technical Manager on the project
Forecasting and cost to complete reporting to client (using client specified method and processes) and internally using off-line workbooks and online using Business World application
Delivering risk workshops where appropriate (in line with internal and client expectations)
Ensure the team are aware and able to fulfil the monthly forecast hours in line with the programme
Ensure on the safety, health and wellbeing of the project team
Manage project controls through WSP and client systems
Interface with client team counterpart to determine client expectations. Acting as a trusted advisor
Review and advise on the contract scope and discuss with project delivery team
Management of the interface between the Client and WSP
Management of reporting and cost controls in collaboration with the Technical Manager on the project
Forecasting and cost to complete reporting to client (using client specified method and processes) and internally using off-line workbooks and online using Business World application
Delivering risk workshops where appropriate (in line with internal and client expectations)
Ensure the team are aware and able to fulfil the monthly forecast hours in line with the programme
Ensure on the safety, health and wellbeing of the project team
Manage project controls through WSP and client systems
Interface with client team counterpart to determine client expectations. Acting as a trusted advisor
Review and advise on the contract scope and discuss with project delivery team
Management of the interface between the Client and WSP
Management of reporting and cost controls in collaboration with the Technical Manager on the project
Forecasting and cost to complete reporting to client (using client specified method and processes) and internally using off-line workbooks and online using Business World application
Delivering risk workshops where appropriate (in line with internal and client expectations)
Ensure the team are aware and able to fulfil the monthly forecast hours in line with the programme
Demonstrable Project Management experience within the construction,Planning industry;
Evidence of experience within regulated industries.
Experience of managing cross-functional teams and engagement with engineering disciplines;
Understanding contracts and experience of NEC contracts is required;
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