Project Manager - Operations & Safety at WSP

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Budget Management, Financial Forecasting, Stakeholder Management, Oracle ERP, Project Lifecycle Management, Mentoring, Multi-tasking, Reporting, Quality Management Planning

Industry

Professional Services

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. WSP is looking for a Project Manager to join our industry-leading Operations & Safety team within Intelligent Infrastructure. We provide technical professional services to transport clients throughout the UK and overseas. A little more about your role… WSP’s Intelligent Infrastructure discipline works across a wide range of transport and mobility clients (and beyond). While the fundamental goals of the transport system remain unchanged, helping people and goods move efficiently, the drivers influencing the system continue to evolve. Priorities around carbon reduction (net zero), climate resilience, safety and security (zero harm), digitisation, changing customer expectations, and doing more with less (efficiency) are now front and centre. The Operations & Safety team provides strategy, systems, design, specification and operational monitoring support to a range of internal and external clients, and we require an experienced Project Manager with experience leading projects in this space. Key Responsibilities * Delivery of project management services and bringing exemplar market leadership and knowledge to lead the delivery of projects on time, to the quality required, and within the allocated budget, including primary client interface. * Manage project budgets and finances, including invoicing, cash collection and forecasting on our Oracle ERP system * Ensure the delivery of client outcomes, whilst meeting utilisation targets, including corrective action and regularly reviewing performance and outputs in conjunction with the Project Director. * Establishes and maintains good working relationships and communication with clients, stakeholders, colleagues, project teams, and internal staff at all levels; * Delivers reports, presentations, project documentation and project management documentation including project status reports, quality management plans and other financial control documents; * Direct the development and deployment of appropriate project control and management methodologies to support both proposals and project delivery; What we will be looking for you to demonstrate… * Undergraduate Degree, or relevant experience * Awareness of Project Management methodologies and relevant experience at various stages of the project lifecycle, to achieve successful delivery * Relevant Project Management qualification (for example APMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner or ITIL Foundation) * Experience managing finances, especially on Oracle or similar ERP systems * Ability to lead and mentor other project team members * Able to multi-task and meet various project deadlines 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. We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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 9,000 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 our 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.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of operations and safety projects on time and within budget while managing client interfaces. Oversee project finances, invoicing, and forecasting using Oracle ERP systems.