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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.
A little more about your role…
We are looking for Delivery Leads, (Project Managers/Directors and Assistant
Project Managers), to manage high-value, challenging projects and programmes
within the Defence and Security sector. In this role, you will report to the
Senior Delivery Lead and be responsible for delivering projects according to the
project plan. Assistant Project Managers will either support larger projects and
programmes or take the lead on smaller projects as Project Managers.
• We are looking for proactive individuals who can build strong relationships
with clients and internal teams to get tasks scoped and delivered to budget,
on time and in line with client expectations and the WSP Business Management
System. This is a hands-on role that will see you chairing meetings, writing
reports, organising resources and monitoring finances.
• You will be responsible for traditional project management activities
including but not limited to scope and resource management, finance and
schedule monitoring, change control, risk management and client management,
overlaid with additional requirements of the Defence and Security sector such
as security management.
• As a growing and diverse team, tackling complex infrastructure projects that
span the RIBA design stages.
We are relatively new to the sector and are recruiting following several
significant wins with both public and private sector clients. As well as
delighting our growing client base we are developing a strong defence and
security culture within WSP. In this role you will be expected to support
ongoing work winning activities and act as an ambassador for the sector within
the business.
We are nationwide and work flexibly between home, WSP and client offices,
travelling as required to best deliver the particular needs of the
project/programme.
What we would be looking for you to demonstrate…
• Proven experience in the Defence and Security sector in a project/programme
management capacity delivering construction or infrastructure projects (not
IT Infrastructure) including a demonstrable understanding of working in
accordance with security protocols
• Knowledge of any of the following:
• MOD policy, processes and procedures
• Knowledge of the JSPs, in particular JSP 850
• The Green Book and 5 case model for business cases
• An existing network within the Defence and Security sector
• Degree in relevant technical discipline (engineering, building, quantity
surveying, science, project or construction management)
• Recognised project or programme management qualification from one of the
following: PMI, APM, RICS, CIOB
• NEC3/4 PM qualification
You must be eligible to achieve Security Clearance.
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience
aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
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.
With us, you can. Apply today.
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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 bring 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.
#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.