Defence & Security Project Delivery Lead

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking Assistant Delivery Leads, including Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers, to deliver high-value Defence and Security projects. You will report to the Delivery Lead and lead smaller projects or support larger ones, ensuring delivery on time, budget and to client expectations.

We welcome proactive individuals who can build strong client and internal relationships, organize meetings, write reports and manage resources across the project lifecycle, with

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the Defence and Security sector assisting in a project management capacity, delivering construction or infrastructure projects and working with security protocols.
• Knowledge of MOD policy, processes and procedures; JSP 850; The Green Book and 5 case model for business cases.
• Progression towards recognised project management qualifications (PMI, APM, RICS, CIOB) and towards NEC3/4 PM qualification.
• Existing network within the Defence and Security sector.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects according to the project plan and report to the Delivery Lead.
• Manage scope, resources, finances and schedules; monitor changes and control risks.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure alignment with client expectations and WSP Business Management System.
• Assist ongoing work winning activities and act as an ambassador for the Defence and Security sector.

Skills

Project management

Security clearance eligibility

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in engineering/building/quantity surveying/architecture/PM

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking Assistant Delivery Leads, including Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers, to deliver high-value Defence and Security projects. You will report to the Delivery Lead and lead smaller projects or support larger ones, ensuring delivery on time, budget and to client expectations.

We welcome proactive individuals who can build strong client and internal relationships, organize meetings, write reports and manage resources across the project lifecycle, with