Assistant Project Manager - Renewables (Energy)

WSP; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in Glasgow is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support renewables projects, ensuring that deliverables meet client expectations. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and experience in project management within the renewables sector. The role offers a hybrid working policy and development opportunities, with a strong focus on work-life balance and inclusivity.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Inclusivity & Belonging

Health & Wellbeing programs

Flexible working arrangements

Investment in training and mentoring

Qualifications

• Postgraduate experience in engineering project management.
• Site-based project engineering experience in Renewables.
• Knowledge of design and construction of power and energy projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as Assistant Project Manager on various projects.
• Proactive engagement with clients and delivery partners.
• Ensure project deliverables meet client expectations.

Skills

Client focus

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Project engineering

Ability to manage conflicting priorities

Education

Degree in relevant engineering subject

Job description

Overview

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting and delivering projects within the WSP Energy Transition business. We are delivering renewables projects at all stages of the project lifecycle, from early client engagement through to delivery and handover, to build long-term client relationships. The role supports assistant project managers under the guidance of seasoned project managers, while delivering exceptional outcomes for clients alongside engineering and operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Acting as Assistant Project Manager on projects within our portfolio.
• Regular and proactive engagement with the client and other delivery partners to promote an efficient and appropriate approach and progress.
• Ensure project deliverables meet and exceed client expectations and KPIs in respect of safety, CSR, quality, cost, and schedule.
• Ensure projects deliver expected operational targets which support the Energy Transition team’s P&L.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with corporate governance requirements and liaise with operations and commercial teams to deliver best practice.
• Secure competent technical and commercial resources for projects.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

• Degree qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering subject, supported with postgraduate experience in engineering project management, design and/or operation, maintenance and testing.
• Site-based project engineering experience in Renewables, ideally Solar, Wind or BESS.
• Outstanding client focus and a commitment to problem solving in a collaborative way.
• Knowledge of the design and construction of power and energy projects.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence and work with people at all levels of an organisation.
• Ability to deal with conflicting priorities and offer win-win solutions.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas, as required by the projects.

What’s In It For You

• Work-life balance: Hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home two days a week and access to modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: A culture of inclusion and belonging with employee resource groups and support for diverse backgrounds.
• Health & Wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, and menopause support; Gymflex scheme and other wellbeing benefits.
• Flex your time: WSP My Hour to take one hour daily for personal activities; part-time and flexible working arrangements; option to purchase additional leave; use of bank holiday entitlement flexibility.
• Your development: Investment in training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms with a global team delivering positive, long-lasting impacts through innovation, integrity, and inclusion.

EEO Statement

#WeAreWSP: We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and will provide workplace adjustments on request.