Project Controls Manager (PMCM)

Project Controls Manager (PMCM: Programme Solutions) 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… Responsibilities As a Project Controls professional you’ll be used to facing a wide range of technical, commercial, people and other challenges across complex railway and infrastructure projects from initial feasibility through to delivery and operation. Key activities will include (but not be limited to): Supporting the Project Controls function on various projects to align with: Schedule Management Cost Management Change Management, and Risk and Opportunity Management Supporting with the engagement of the supply base on projects and maintain processes that deliver: Appropriate integration of supplier information Appropriate measurement of suppliers’ progress Timely supply of cost, progress and programming information Provision of technical support and problem solving across the PM&C portfolio with respect to planning and controls. Ensuring best practice project administration is deployed across thePM&C portfolio which delivers close project control and accurate project forecasting. Supporting the optimisation of resource planning to deliver project commitments and technical staff utilisation. You’ll understand the importance of implementing robust systems and processes to ensure that projects deliver value for money in achieving client goals and requirements as well as and cost and programme targets. In parallel with project work you’ll support major bids, liaise with clients on their upcoming projects and contribute to and potentially lead wider business initiatives. OUR TEAM The Project Management & Controls team support major Rail clients on a variety of complex, multi-disciplinary projects. Our national clients range from Network Rail, HS2, local authorities, not to mention our extensive international project portfolio. Our teams comprise Project and Programme Manager, Engineering Managers and Commercial Management experts. We work in a flexible and supportive environment, sharing knowledge and helping in the development of our team members and clients alike. You will work to support project leaders in the successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects through the provision of robust data and analysis. A passion for deploying, delivering, and innovating within Project Controls Degree, in relevant discipline. Have a pathway to achieve chartership, approaching Chartered or Chartered Membership of a relevant professional body Client or project delivery (design or construction) Rail, Metro or Transport experience an advantage. Proven ability to work successfully in multi-disciplinary teams Excellent attention to detail to produce, validate and check reports and data sets. Experience in a consultancy environment with good client relationship management skills. Experience in Power Query / Power BI preferable in tandem with established reporting/planning/contract management tools 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. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today. #LI-RM2