Principal Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of major water infrastructure projects and multidisciplinary teams from optioneering through to handover
• Manage project proposals, including determining requirements, scope, resources, programs, and cost estimates
• Own P&L with full commercial and financial accountability, including revenue delivery, margin management, and budget forecasting
• Develop essential project documentation such as management plans, risk registers, schedules, and stakeholder registers
• Monitor and control project schedules, manhours, budgets, and expenditure
• Ensure effective contract management through diligent administration and change management
• Lead and guide multidisciplinary project teams consisting of technical staff and suppliers
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and capture lessons learned to enhance future delivery

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and a Master's degree in project management
• 12+ years of experience with proven project delivery on water infrastructure projects
• Background in engineering consulting with experience in design management
• Strong proficiency in financial analysis, cost reporting, and Excel
• Working knowledge or accreditation in NEC contracts with the ability to administer them
• Proven ability to manage project budgets and complex stakeholder relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for high-quality reporting

Preferred Qualifications

• Membership in professional institutions such as APM, PMI, or MICE
• Experience within the regulated water industry or non-regulated water projects
• Proficiency in advanced project management software and tools

Benefits

• Hybrid working model to balance collaboration and productivity
• Opportunity to work on landmark, large-scale infrastructure projects
• Access to a global network of technical experts and professional development

About the Company

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are technical experts and strategic advisors dedicated to designing lasting solutions across various sectors, including Transportation & Infrastructure, Water, and Energy. With over 73,000 employees globally, we combine local expertise with international reach to solve complex problems and help societies thrive.