Project Manager - Civil

WSP; Bristol; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Project Manager to lead civil engineering projects within the UK transport infrastructure sector. This role involves managing project delivery teams, ensuring quality, time, and budget adherence, and preparing essential documentation. You will engage with clients and coordinate with technical disciplines, driving successful project outcomes. Join a dynamic team that values professional growth and collaboration, and make a significant impact on landmark projects that shape communities. If you're ready to take on new challenges and grow your career, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in team management, planning, and contract administration.
• Ability to manage project budgets and understand financial landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery teams for civil engineering projects.
• Prepare key documentation and engage with client leadership.

Skills

Team Management

Contract Administration

Project Budget Management

Communication Skills

Time Management

Decision-Making Skills

Education

Membership of the Association for Project Management

Prince2 Practitioner qualified

Job description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A little more about your role…

As a Project Manager, you will be pivotal in delivering civil engineering projects primarily within the Scheme Delivery Framework contract for National Highways. You will lead project delivery teams, using your knowledge and skills to ensure adherence to quality, time and budget requirements. Below is what you could expect to be doing on a daily and weekly basis.

• Leadership of teams delivering design & professional services projects for UK transport infrastructure projects.
• Preparing key documentation including the co-ordination procedure, project plan, safety plan and other governance material.
• Engagement and day to day liaison with Client project leadership team.
• Developing a clear project pricing submission and project schedule and client instruction to proceed reflecting this.
• Embedding the project delivery strategy to drive successful delivery and commercial performance, ensuring Key Performance Indicators are achieved.
• Co-ordinating with the client’s technical disciplines to manage the timely receipt of information
• Administering the Contract including change management
• Engaging with project teams and the wider WSP business to manage resource demands.
• Preparing monthly reports to support Client and internal reporting requirements.
• Driving compliance with WSPs procedures.
• Creating a supportive and positive project environment where people can develop and grow.
• Supporting compliance with WSP's procedures and standards.
• Contributing to creating a supportive and positive project environment conducive to personal and professional development.

Your team…

Our Civil Engineering teams in the South West comprise multiple engineers, technicians, and project management professionals with a breadth of backgrounds and experience. We are based in WSP’s Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter and Truro offices, alongside other teams from our diverse business, with easy access to public transport and amenities.

We work across a huge variety of projects in the rail and highways sectors for a wide client base that includes HS2, Network Rail, National Highways, Local Authorities, D&B Contractors, and private sector clients.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Membership (or working towards membership) of the Association for Project Management and/or APM PMQ / Prince2 Practitioner qualified or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience of successful team management, planning, and contract administration (preferable NEC3 and NEC4).
• Demonstrable experience of successful project budget management and ability to understand and interpret commercial and financial landscapes (budgets, forecasts, actual status).
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to engaging with others.
• A self-motivated approach to working and are comfortable acting on your own initiative with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Experience of managing ambiguity in a project environment with strong evaluation and decision-making skills.
• The ability to work well under pressure.
• A high standard of organisation and time management

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the

best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.