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Associate or Principal NEC Project Manager

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What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About Your Role…

WSP's Construction Management team provides client-side project management, NEC contract management and construction delivery services across a diverse portfolio of public-sector infrastructure projects. Our work spans highways, transportation, structures, active travel, flood resilience, drainage, regeneration and public realm.

We're looking for an experienced Principal NEC Project Manager to lead commissions across Wales, the South West and wider UK. You'll work closely with public-sector clients, contractors and WSP's multidisciplinary teams, taking responsibility for the successful delivery and NEC contract management of projects from procurement and design through construction, completion and close-out.

The role combines flexible working with time in WSP and client offices and regular visits to construction sites, where you'll work with clients, contractors and project teams to monitor delivery, manage contractual matters and help resolve issues as they arise.

You'll Have The Opportunity To

  • Lead client-side project and contract management commissions through procurement, design, construction, completion and close-out.
  • Act as NEC Project Manager on NEC3 and NEC4 commissions, administering contractual processes including early warnings, compensation events, instructions, programme reviews, payment assessments, completion, defects and close-out.
  • Manage programme, scope, cost, risk, change, quality and project governance, providing clear and commercially informed advice to clients.
  • Review contractor programmes and delivery plans, identifying risks to successful delivery and agreeing appropriate contractual or management actions.
  • Visit and work from project sites as required, engaging with clients, contractors and delivery teams to understand progress, address issues and support safe and successful construction delivery.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary WSP teams, consultants, contractors and stakeholders, chairing project and commercial meetings and maintaining clear, auditable project records through CEMAR or equivalent systems.
  • Manage the commercial performance of commissions, including scope, fees, resources, forecasts and additional services.
  • Build trusted client relationships while mentoring colleagues, sharing NEC expertise and contributing to bids, frameworks and the continued growth of our Construction Management service.

What We're Looking For...

  • Strong client-side project or contract management experience within highways, transport, civil engineering, infrastructure or construction.
  • Practical experience acting as, or substantially supporting, an NEC Project Manager, with good working knowledge of NEC3 and/or NEC4.
  • A strong understanding of NEC contract administration and the responsibilities of the Project Manager through construction, completion and close-out.
  • Experience managing programme, scope, cost, risk, change and commercial performance on complex projects.
  • Confidence leading multidisciplinary teams and working directly with clients, contractors and project stakeholders.
  • Strong commercial awareness and the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice and make decisions in a live project environment.
  • Willingness to travel and work from client offices and construction sites across the region as required by individual commissions.
  • NEC Accredited Project Manager status, recognised NEC training and membership of a relevant professional institution such as ICE, APM, RICS or CIOB would be advantageous, but we're equally interested in candidates who can demonstrate strong practical NEC experience.

Why WSP?

You'll join an established Construction Management team working alongside experienced NEC practitioners, commercial specialists, engineers and technical experts.

You'll have the opportunity to work on varied and visible public-sector infrastructure projects, taking genuine responsibility for projects from procurement through construction and handover. You'll also have access to WSP's wider technical expertise, professional development and career opportunities.

For candidates bringing broader portfolio, client, commercial and people leadership experience, there may also be scope to consider appointment at Associate level, with responsibility for multiple commissions, team development and the continued growth of our Construction Management service.

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 80,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

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.

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