Project Manager / Senior Project Manager - PMCM Defence

Job Description

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. Projects range across major highways, rail, light rail, urban infrastructure, civil works, energy, flood, water, wind, carbon capture, nuclear, defence and large scale utilities.

Role

We are seeking Project Managers and Senior Project Managers to deliver high value, complex projects and programmes within the Defence and Security sector. You will report to the Project Lead and be responsible for delivering projects in line with the project plan, and may lead smaller projects or support larger programmes.

Proactive individuals who can build strong relationships with clients and internal teams to scope and deliver work to budget, on time, and in line with client expectations and WSP's Business Management System. This is a hands on role involving organising meetings, writing reports, managing resources, and monitoring finances.

Traditional project management activities include:

• Scope and resource management
• Financial and schedule monitoring
• Change control
• Client management

This role also requires additional Defence and Security responsibilities such as security management. Projects span all RIBA design stages.

We operate nationwide, working flexibly between home, WSP offices, and client sites, travelling as required.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in the Defence, Security or related sectors supporting project delivery for construction or infrastructure projects
• Recognised qualifications (PMP, APM, PRINCE2 or equivalent) and experience managing diverse, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation skills and the ability to build enduring client relationships
• Commercial acumen, including financial discipline and experience with NEC4/ECC contract management (accreditation or significant experience preferred)
• Proficiency in risk, change, and commercial management, driving improvement and innovation
• Ability to support or lead multidisciplinary teams in dynamic environments, fostering collaboration and high performance
• Experience working with clients across sectors such as highways, rail, urban infrastructure, energy, flood, water, wind, carbon capture, nuclear, defence, or large scale utilities
• Progression towards chartership or current membership of professional institutions (e.g., APM, MRICS, MCCIOB, MCIHT, CEng, MAPM, MICE) or equivalent experience
• Commitment to professional development, sustainability, and contributing to WSP's wider initiatives
• Experience managing health and safety, quality, and environmental aspects of projects
• Eligibility to obtain Security Clearance
• Understanding of MOD policy, processes and procedures and the USVF Infrastructure Programme
• Familiarity with JSPs, particularly JSP 850
• Working towards recognised project management qualifications (PMI, APM, RICS, CIOB)
• Progress towards NEC3/4 Project Manager accreditation
• Existing network within the Defence and Security sector

Benefits

• Work life balance: Hybrid working policy, two days a week from home with opportunities for collaboration in modern offices
• Inclusivity & Belonging: Equal opportunity and an inclusive culture that welcomes applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences
• Health and wellbeing: Virtual GP service, the Thrive programme, a Gymflex scheme (up to 40% off gym memberships), comprehensive menopause support package, and reasonable workplace adjustments
• Flexible working arrangements, additional leave options and bank holiday entitlement
• Professional development: support for training, mentoring and chartership pathways

Equal Opportunity

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.