Assistant Project Manager

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join WSP as an Assistant Project Manager in the Rail sector, where you'll assist in delivering complex projects of national importance. This role offers the chance to work with diverse teams, develop your skills, and contribute to impactful projects while supporting your career growth through formal qualifications.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or management discipline required.
• Experience managing significant projects in the rail sector preferred.
• Relevant certifications beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading multi-disciplinary project teams.
• Coordinate disciplines to meet safety and regulatory standards.
• Manage project budgets and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Team Coordination

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Engineering or Management Discipline

Tools

APM

MSP

PMI

PRINCE2

Six Sigma

Job description

Job Description

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.

We are a diverse, inclusive, and enthusiastic team of Project, Commercial, and Design Managers working in the Rail sector, focused on delivering solutions for our clients. Our passion comes from creating and shaping the built environment through tailored project delivery as we strive to be the best in class.

As an Assistant Project Manager at WSP in the PMCM Rail team, you will be involved in delivering complex rail projects of regional, national, and international importance. An Assistant Project Manager will assist the Project Manager in integrating multi-disciplinary design teams, ensuring project delivery is safe, of high quality, timely, and within budget.

Our culture encourages and supports a successful work-life balance. You will be based in one of our modern, vibrant offices across the UK, with a minimum of three days a week in the office to support collaboration. Occasional site visits will be required.

With WSP, you have the opportunity to advance your career, build on your experience, and achieve your ambitions. We support personal development and growth, including options to gain formal project management qualifications through the APM pathway.

Your Role Includes:

• Assisting in leading multi-disciplinary project teams to ensure safe, high-quality, timely, and budget-compliant project delivery.
• Coordinating disciplines through meetings and workshops to resolve issues and meet safety, functional, and regulatory standards.
• Establishing robust processes with the Client’s team for effective project management.
• Developing and managing Client and stakeholder relationships.
• Preparing monthly reports and data scenarios for senior management.
• Engaging with stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, authorities, and community groups.
• Facilitating meetings, presentations, and progress reports.
• Managing project budgets, costs, and changes.
• Identifying and mitigating risks during design and construction phases.
• Supporting safety leadership and ensuring compliance with CDM regulations.
• Developing detailed project plans and monitoring progress.
• Implementing innovative solutions to improve project efficiency.

What We're Looking For:

• A degree in engineering or management discipline.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., APM, MSP, PMI, PRINCE2, Six Sigma) are beneficial.
• Experience managing significant projects, preferably with Client-side delivery in the rail sector.
• Ability to work successfully within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Curiosity, solution focus, and responsiveness to Client issues.

Join Us

Imagine a better future for yourself and the world. Join our community of talented individuals passionate about making a positive impact. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and supporting your development.