Project Management Associate Director / Associate - PMCM CI&U

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Support for Chartership

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland seeks an Associate/Associate Director Project Management specialist to lead major infrastructure projects across PMCM sectors in the UK, including a focus on net zero and sustainability. You will guide diverse teams and manage client relationships from concept to delivery, with a view to achieving strategic outcomes from Birmingham to nationwide projects.

You will balance leadership with hands-on delivery, oversee scope/cost/schedule, and drive innovation while

Qualifications

• Recognised qualifications (PMP/APM/PRINCE2) and experience managing large infrastructure programmes.
• Extensive stakeholder engagement and client management with high performing teams.
• Strong commercial acumen including cost management, budgeting, and NEC contract oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high-performing teams across major projects within PMCM sectors.
• Drive business growth, build strong client relationships, and manage project scope, cost, and schedule.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and to high standards.
• Balance leadership with hands-on project delivery and governance.

Skills

PMP

APM

PRINCE2

Stakeholder engagement

NEC3/4 ECC

Contract management

Leadership

Cost management

Education

Civil engineering degree

Project/construction management degree

Chartered status desirable

Tools

NEC3/4 ECC

Job description

Job Description

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.

Who We Are

WSP is a global leader in engineering and professional services, delivering innovative solutions that shape communities and advance society. With over 75,000 employees worldwide, WSP combines technical excellence with a commitment to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. Our award-winning culture empowers professionals to tackle complex challenges and create a better future.

What Is PMCM

Project, Commercial & Programme Management (PMCM) at WSP ensures successful project delivery through integrated management of scope, cost, schedule, and risk. Our team of over 400 professionals supports clients from concept to completion, applying structured methodologies and digital tools to deliver resilient, efficient infrastructure. This team’s current projects range across major highways, rail and light rail, urban infrastructure, civils, energy, flood, water, wind, carbon capture, nuclear, defence and large‑scale utilities projects. We are looking to strengthen our NEC ECC PM team to support all of these sectors with openings in project management at various levels across the UK.

Your Role

As an Associate / Associate Director Project Management specialist, you will join a growing team of dedicated Project, Design, and Commercial Managers, delivering major projects across PMCM’s sectors. You will lead and develop high‑performing teams, drive business growth, and build strong client relationships, with a focus on net zero and sustainability. You will work closely with clients, multidisciplinary teams, and functional leaders across project management, programme management, design, risk, PMO, cost and carbon management, planning, and information management. You will balance leadership and project delivery, develop internal and external relationships, and expand our project management offering.

What We Are Looking For

• Recognised qualifications (PMP, APM, PRINCE2, or equivalent) and substantial experience managing large‑scale, multidisciplinary infrastructure programmes.
• Extensive stakeholder engagement, client management, and effective communication skills, with a proven track record of building and maintaining high‑performing teams and developing high‑potential team members.
• Strong commercial acumen, including cost management, budget forecasting, and NEC3/4 ECC contract management (accreditation desirable), as well as experience overseeing change management implementation.
• Deep understanding of resource management and forecasting, and the ability to communicate with purpose, lead teams, take line management responsibilities, and act with professionalism and authority.
• Ability to challenge the status quo, drive innovative solutions, and consistently deliver projects to high standards against demanding KPIs.
• Commitment to making a positive impact within civil infrastructure and construction, professional development, sustainability, and contributing to WSP’s wider initiatives.
• Degree in a relevant technical discipline (civil engineering, project/construction management) or equivalent combination of qualifications and relevant project experience.
• Chartered or on a path to chartership, current membership of relevant professional institutions (e.g., APM, MRICS, MCCIOB, MCIHT, CEng, MAPM, MICE) or equivalent experience is desirable.
• NEC3/4 ECC Project Manager accreditation is advantageous but not essential.

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 bringing 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.

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.