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Project Manager - Industrial & Science Sectors

WSP -
Birmingham

Job details

Qualifications

Programme management
Engineering
Business development
Project management
Contracts
Financial management
Construction management
Communication skills

Full 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.

A little more about the role..

You will coordinate and facilitate the entire project lifecycle, from early phase feasibility studies to detailed design and construction support, spanning small-scale studies and large-scale EPCM projects. You will also define, plan, and implement delivery structures and resources to realise business cases and return on investment for clients.

You will help organisations to become more efficient and effective in their core sectors. Our clients value our broad skill set and competitive edge. By joining us, you will be part of this journey with our clients and colleagues, contributing to both project delivery and business growth.

Lead and manage multi-disciplinary task force teams and delivery groups effectively
Build and maintain positive working relationships with all project stakeholders, including clients and internal colleagues
Develop effective project strategies, execution plans, and delivery structures
Communicate project requirements clearly (scope, objectives, deliverables, etc.)
Create proposal and study documents including time and cost estimates (Fee/Cost of Works)
Develop robust plans using best practice project management techniques (e.g., WBS, Gantt charts)
Create realistic resource and financial forecasts, manage financial performance against budgets and targets
Monitor project progress and productivity
Lead the project risk management process
Manage contracts, including change control (variation orders, contract extensions, etc.)
Facilitate project reviews (constructability, value engineering, design safety, post-project)
Produce regular project progress reports
Lead, manage, and motivate teams, ensuring clear understanding of outcomes, roles, and responsibilities
Identify and pursue business opportunities, develop and write bid proposals and responses to tenders

Key interfaces

Senior Leadership Teams in Industry and Science Sectors
Project Teams (engineers, designers, buyers, construction supervisors, etc.)
Support Functions (sales, finance, commercial, administration, etc.)
Client Representatives and key account holders
Suppliers and Sub-contractors

What we would like you to demonstrate..

Works well in complex organisations, developing strong rapport with clients and colleagues
Excellent communication and listening skills, able to influence and interact positively and diplomatically at all levels
Capable of managing conflicting priorities and providing positive solutions
Works effectively under pressure, with high tolerance and adept conflict resolution skills
Ability to work strategically as well as being hands-on when required
Willingness to travel within the UK and overseas
Management, mentoring, and development of junior consultants, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment
Proven track record in industrial and science sector project management, preferably in life sciences, healthcare, or construction consultancy
Good working knowledge of project management tools and techniques
Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate design, engineering, procurement, and construction management teams
Commercial awareness and understanding of model form contracts (e.g., IChemE, NEC)
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, able to present and chair at executive board level
Substantial experience in engaging diverse stakeholder groups and translating technical information for non-technical audiences
Recognised project/programme management qualifications and/or chartership (e.g. APM PMQ, Managing Successful Programmes, NEC PM accreditation, MRICS or ChPP)
Robust financial management skills and commercial acumen
Evidence of networking, business development, bid experience/management, and work winning

Degree qualification in a relevant scientific, engineering, or project management subject
Association for Project Management – Project Management Qualification (PMQ)

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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