Project Management Associate Director / Associate - PMCM CI&U

WSP; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in the UK is seeking an Associate / Associate Director specialized in Project Management for their PMCM team. The role involves delivering major projects across various sectors, leading high-performing teams, and engaging with clients. Candidates should hold a related degree, possess recognized qualifications such as PMP or PRINCE2, and demonstrate strong commercial acumen and stakeholder management skills. The opportunity presents a chance to make a positive impact in infrastructure and sustainability.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellbeing support

Employee resource groups for inclusivity

Gymflex scheme for gym memberships

Personal development programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large-scale multidisciplinary infrastructure programmes.
• Ability to lead high-performing teams and drive business growth.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver major projects across PMCM's sectors.
• Develop internal and external relationships.
• Balance leadership with project delivery.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Client management

Cost management

Budget forecasting

Team leadership

Communication

Resource management

Change management

Commercial acumen

Education

Degree in civil engineering or project management

Chartered status or working towards it

Tools

NEC3/4 ECC accreditation

Job description

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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.

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 support clients from concept to completion, applying structured methodologies and digital tools to deliver resilient, efficient infrastructure.

This team's current projects range from 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 in supporting 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

We seek a proactive, results‑driven leader with:

• 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 long into 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.

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.

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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 9,000 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 our 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.