Design Manager - PMCM CI&U

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Work-life balance support

Comprehensive wellbeing programmes

Health and financial benefits

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a project manager to lead and manage design projects across various sectors. In this role, you will ensure compliance with best practices and UK regulations while overseeing engineering design work. Key responsibilities include driving communication, resolving technical queries, and maintaining project records. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and project management experience, making this an excellent opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Degree in relevant engineering, design, or management discipline.
• Chartered or approaching membership of a relevant professional body.
• Contract management experience and/or accreditations.
• Experience working in major projects with proven delivery.

Responsibilities

• Drive clear communication across internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Lead coordination and resolution of technical queries.
• Strengthen project management processes and mitigate risks.
• Review design information, quotations, and technical documentation.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Design consultancy

Education

Degree in relevant engineering, design, or management discipline

Chartered membership or approaching membership of a professional body

Tools

RIBA

APM

PRINCE2

Six Sigma

Job description

Job Description

At WSP, you will lead and manage design projects across numerous sectors, working alongside the Project Director and Project Manager. You will oversee engineering design work ensuring compliance with best practices and UK regulations. The role is part of our PMCM team across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Drive clear communication across internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring actions are completed.
• Lead coordination and resolution of technical queries in context of cost and programme and proactively manage change control.
• Strengthen project management processes, manage RFIs, technical transmittals and change control, mitigate risks and delays.
• Review design information, quotations, and technical documentation to ensure alignment with scope, budget, and client expectations.
• Maintain accurate project records, update delivery programmes, and promote efficiency, innovation, and buildability.
• Oversee multiple work packages and support the Project Director and Project Manager with team and delivery oversight.
• Proficiency in risk, change, and commercial management, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Support business and relationship development, within existing commissions and new bids.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in relevant engineering, design, or management discipline.
• Chartered or approaching membership of a relevant professional body.
• Relevant certifications (RIBA, MICE, MIET, APM, PMI, PRINCE2, Six Sigma, NEC) are advantageous.
• Contract management experience and/or accreditations.
• Experience working in major projects with proven delivery (design or construction).
• Experience with major UK clients in a design consultancy environment.
• Ability to develop and manage customer and stakeholder relationships, through effective listening and influencing skills.
• Curious, solution‑focused, and responsive to client problems.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy – flexible to work from home up to two days a week.
• Work‑life balance support, including "WSP My Hour" and flexible leave options.
• Comprehensive wellbeing programmes – Thrive, virtual GP, gymflex, menopause support.
• Inclusivity and belonging initiatives – employee resource groups, diverse culture.
• Health and financial benefits – gym discounts, menopause support package, and additional leave options.

EEO Statement

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.