Principal Project Manager, PMO Lead

WSP Global Inc.; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Principal Project Manager to join our PMO and lead delivery across multiple infrastructure projects in the UK. You will oversee scope, schedule, budget, and risk while maintaining strong client relationships and governance.

The role involves mentoring junior PMs and driving bid opportunities. You will manage cross-functional teams, ensure schedules and quality standards, and operate within NEC contract frameworks.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree qualification is required.
• Membership of a Professional Institution is required.
• APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ) is desirable.
• Ability to interrogate, question and challenge information.
• Ability to coordinate submission of detailed deliverables to deadlines.
• Understanding of project management, project controls and procedures for major infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite including Excel, Project and Word.
• Experience in regulated industries is desirable.
• Experience in managing cross-functional teams and engagement with engineering disciplines.
• Understanding of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope and change control processes.
• Review project programme timelines, monitor critical path and resource pinch points.
• Act as primary interface with client teams and provide regular updates.
• Oversee budget, financial performance and reporting.
• Forecast, cost to complete and EVM reporting to the client.
• Manage project risks and opportunities.
• Allocate resources to ensure alignment with forecasts.
• Implement scheduling controls for resourcing and delivery.
• Lead project controls using WSP and client systems.
• Ensure adherence to quality procedures with technical delivery teams.
• Ensure health and safety of the project team.
• Provide leadership on opportunities and bids as required.
• Identify process improvements to enhance delivery.
• Manage contracts and suppliers/subcontractors.
• Lead a delivery team of technical specialists and guide junior staff.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teams

Contract controls

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline

Professional institution membership

APM PMQ

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Project, Word)

Job description

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Principal Project Manager to join our PMO and lead delivery across multiple infrastructure projects in the UK. You will oversee scope, schedule, budget, and risk while maintaining strong client relationships and governance.

The role involves mentoring junior PMs and driving bid opportunities. You will manage cross-functional teams, ensure schedules and quality standards, and operate within NEC contract frameworks.