Cost Management Associate Director/ Project Director (Health and Life Sciences)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Thrive programme health & wellbeing

Gymflex discounts

Job summary

WSP, a leading global engineering and professional services firm, invites a commercially minded leader to join its Health & Life Sciences Cost Management team in the UK. Based in London, the South East or Cambridge, you will drive growth, win major commissions and shape the future direction of the practice.

You will build strategic client relationships, lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex healthcare and life sciences programmes.

Qualifications

• Track record winning and growing business in healthcare, life sciences or related sectors.
• Established client network and ability to convert opportunities into long-term partnerships.
• Market awareness with the credibility to advise senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive business growth across healthcare and life sciences, winning and delivering complex programmes.
• Develop strategic client relationships and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Shape strategy and mentor the next generation of talent within the Cost Management team.

Skills

Business development

Leadership

Client relationships

Cost management

Education

MRICS (or equivalent)

Tools

NEC contracts

JCT contracts

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.

A Little More About Your Role…

Join WSP's growing Health & Life Sciences business.

WSP partners with NHS organisations, research institutions, universities and life sciences developers to deliver projects that improve patient outcomes and support scientific discovery. With an established client base and a strong pipeline of opportunities, we are seeking a commercially minded leader to strengthen our presence and expand our Health & Life Sciences Cost Management business across London, the South East and Cambridge.

You will play a pivotal role in driving business growth across the sector, developing strategic client relationships, winning new work and shaping the future direction of our Cost Management offering. This is an opportunity to build on an established market position, grow a high-performing team and contribute to the long-term success of the business.

We're seeking a proven work-winner with Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or Commercial Management experience, together with the market presence, sector knowledge and leadership capability to help drive our next phase of growth in the Healthcare and Life Sciences sector.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded leader with established client relationships and a strong track‑record of winning and delivering complex healthcare, biotech and life sciences programmes.

You will join a business with an established reputation strong client base and ambitious growth plans, playing a key role in shaping strategy, creating opportunities and developing the next generation of talent within the team..

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• A proven track record of winning, growing and leading business within the healthcare, life sciences, research or related sectors.


• An established network of client and industry relationships, with the ability to identify opportunities and convert them into long-term client partnerships.


• Strong market awareness and commercial insight, with the credibility to advise clients and stakeholders at senior and executive level.


• Experience leading major commissions and multidisciplinary teams, driving both successful project outcomes and business growth.


• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for developing people, building teams and creating opportunities for others.


• The ambition and drive to help shape the future of WSP's Health & Life Sciences Cost Management business.


• Significant experience in Cost Management, Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management across complex capital projects.


• Strong knowledge of NEC, JCT and other standard forms of contract.


• MRICS (or equivalent professional qualification).

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.

#AVY1

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

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.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

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.