Project Manager (Digital Infrastructure Design / Roadside Technology)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Thrive programme

Gymflex scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Continued professional development

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead projects across the UK with a focus on successful delivery and strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have proven project management experience, excellent leadership and communication skills, and a relevant project management qualification. Benefits include hybrid working, a Thrive programme for health and wellbeing, and support for personal development within a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of project management at practitioner level across multiple projects.
• Experience leading high‑performing teams and managing complex reporting structures.
• Robust project management skills with a track record of successful delivery.

Responsibilities

• Ownership for the successful delivery of projects and programmes.
• Building strong relationships with clients and understanding their needs.
• Monitoring and reporting project finances accurately.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Financial Reporting

Risk Management

Team Collaboration

Health and Safety Best Practices

Education

APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ)

Job description

Senior Project Management (Intelligent Infrastructure)

Senior Project Managers support clients to achieve successful project delivery, leading projects integrated with the client team, and serve as outsourced consultancy teams across a range of projects from medium‑scale renewal contracts to complex transformational programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership for the successful delivery of projects/programmes, giving leadership and direction to the team, and effectively communicating with all parties, identifying and managing risks, planning and progress monitoring, and implementing appropriate project controls.
• Build strong and effective relationships with clients through active engagement to understand their needs, operating as a trusted advisor to help achieve their objectives.
• Work with and manage other WSP teams in a multidisciplinary project/programme environment.
• Manage supply chain suppliers, including sub‑consultants and contractors, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Optimise the resource balance across the project/programme, ensuring all deliverables and milestones are achieved on time and to the right quality.
• Monitor and report project/programme finances, providing clear and productive reporting both within the business and to the client.
• Work with a range of stakeholders to identify solutions, share best practice, and drive the best outcomes for your projects and other projects across the programme.
• Act as a role model and mentor for other project management staff, while actively contributing to development and knowledge sharing within the Portfolio, Programme, and Project Management (P3M) community of practice.
• Champion excellent health and safety practice and lead project management commissions to achieve safe, sustainable, and efficient outcomes that meet agreed objectives.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

• Proven experience of project management at practitioner level across multiple projects simultaneously with complex reporting structures.
• Proven experience in managing both project delivery and commercial performance, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget while optimising financial outcomes.
• Experience leading or working as part of a high‑performing team, with the ability to influence and motivate others of varying experience and skill levels.
• Experience as a client, consultant, or contractor in public and/or private sector environments delivering complex projects/programmes.
• Understanding and practical experience of delivering projects/programmes within a structured project control process.
• Hold a relevant project management qualification (e.g., APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ)).
• Robust project management skills with a track record of successful delivery, ideally within transport, public sector, or high‑risk environments. Capability in managing proposals and bids, including comprehensive bid planning, efficient resource coordination, and high‑quality proposal writing.
• Proven ability to lead and manage complex matrix environments, coordinating and collaborating with multiple subject matter experts and stakeholders across functions to ensure alignment.
• Excellent relationship management skills with proven experience in building rapport and trust with colleagues, clients, and key stakeholders.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, able to influence and engender commitment to deliver on purpose and engage people.
• Able to challenge constructively, probe, and offer alternative perspectives while comfortably presenting ideas and views.
• A proven ability to work collaboratively in real and virtual environments, sharing information and engaging the right people to make decisions effectively and timely.
• Work with clients to help them with their challenges (client‑driven/cross‑selling) to deliver their services in a better environment.

Benefits

Work‑life balance

Hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week and opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

WSP welcomes applicants from varied backgrounds, encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, supporting a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Health & Wellbeing

Supports include a Thrive programme, a Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, the Gymflex scheme (up to 40% off gym memberships), and a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

Provides part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and use of bank holiday entitlement.

Your development

Invests in learning through training, mentoring, chartership, and continued professional development programmes.

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 interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.