Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - PMCM CI&U

WSP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking project professionals to join their PMCM team, focusing on multidisciplinary infrastructure projects across various sectors including water, energy, and defence. Ideal candidates will possess recognised qualifications and have experience in project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and management of commercial and safety aspects. The role demands strong leadership skills and a commitment to professional development, aiming for a positive impact on communities. Various openings are available across the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record in stakeholder engagement and client relationship building.
• Expertise in NEC4/ECC contract management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure successful project delivery through integrated management.
• Support clients from concept to completion.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in dynamic environments.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Change management

Education

Recognised qualifications (PMP, APM, PRINCE2)

Chartered membership (APM, MRICS)

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.

What we are looking for

We are looking for project professionals with experience across a range of relevant sectors including but not limited to water, energy, defence, roads and wider utilities and infrastructure. You will have experience of successful project delivery, work alongside (and leading where necessary) multi‑discipline teams and work closely with Client Project managers.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Recognised qualifications (PMP, APM, PRINCE2, or equivalent) and experience of managing diverse, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects and programmes.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Commercial acumen, including expertise in financial discipline and NEC4/ECC contract management (accreditation or significant experience preferred).
• Proficiency in risk, change, and commercial management, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
• Ability to lead and support multidisciplinary teams in dynamic, demanding environments, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Some experience in managing projects with clients in industries such as - highways, rail, urban infrastructure, energy, flood, water, wind, carbon capture, nuclear, defence, and large‑scale utilities, water and environmental.
• On a path to chartership ideally or current membership of relevant professional institutions (e.g., APM, MRICS, MCCIOB, MCIHT, CEng, MAPM, MICE) or equivalent experience is desirable.
• Commitment to professional development, sustainability, and contributing to WSP’s wider initiatives.
• Management of health and safety, quality and environmental aspects of projects.

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.