Environmental Project Manager

About the Role

Our clients operate across highways, rail, aviation, defence, nuclear, residential, energy generation, renewables and transmission. You will support the full project lifecycle—from early business case development and securing consents to design and construction—ensuring projects meet environmental and sustainability goals. You will lead smaller projects independently while collaborating with Senior Project Managers on larger programmes, giving you exposure, development and room to grow. The role also offers opportunities to line‑manage and mentor junior colleagues and to help shape the Environmental Project Management Team’s strategy. • Develop project proposals, defining scope, resources, programme and cost estimates. • Create and maintain project management documentation such as plans, cost forecasts, risk registers, schedules, stakeholder registers and organisational charts. • Monitor and control project schedules, staff hours, budgets and expenditure, ensuring progress against targets. • Ensure health and safety requirements for site visits are secured and internal approvals obtained. • Manage contracts and contract administration, adhering to NEC3/4 or similar professional services contracts. • Actively manage project change and risks, maintaining governance and delivering compliant, optimised outcomes. • Lead, mentor and develop multidisciplinary environmental project teams and suppliers. • Promote delivery of environmental improvement, future‑ready and net‑zero strategies. • Serve as the primary liaison for Environment and Consents, building strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸proposal development
• ▸project documentation
• ▸schedule control
• ▸contract management
• ▸risk management
• ▸client liaison

What You Bring

We are looking for candidates with proven experience as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager, preferably in the environment or sustainability sector, a genuine interest in land‑based sustainable development and a positive, can‑do attitude. Strong communication skills, programme‑management knowledge (WBS, critical path, MS Project/Primavera), commercial and contractual awareness, and financial acumen are essential. Membership of a relevant professional institution and progress towards chartership are highly desirable. • Demonstrated experience as an Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager, preferably in environmental or sustainability projects. • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to keep teams and stakeholders aligned. • Proficiency in programme management tools and techniques, including work breakdown structures, critical path analysis and MS Project or Primavera P6. • Commercial and contractual awareness with proven financial acumen and experience delivering projects within budget. • Experience with professional services contracts (NEC3/4) is advantageous. • Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., PMI, APM, MIEnvSc, MIEMA, MRICS) and progress towards chartership.

Requirements

• ▸project manager
• ▸ms project
• ▸communication
• ▸commercial acumen
• ▸nec contracts
• ▸chartership

Benefits

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. Our culture celebrates curiosity, new ideas and diverse perspectives, offering a world of opportunity and a uniquely shaped career. Our team is a strong, dedicated and collaborative group that values empowerment and professional growth. As a recognised centre of excellence within Environment & Consents, we provide leadership and tailored project‑management support across programmes, covering PMO, Project Controls, Project Manager and Project Director roles at every stage of the lifecycle. WSP offers a supportive, inclusive culture where work‑life balance is respected. Our hybrid working policy allows two days a week from home, and we provide flexible arrangements such as part‑time, additional leave purchase and the “WSP My Hour” for personal activities. Health and wellbeing are prioritised through the Thrive programme, virtual GP service, Gymflex discounts and a comprehensive menopause support package. • Hybrid working model offering two days per week remote and access to modern UK offices. • Flexible working options including part‑time, additional leave purchase and “WSP My Hour” for personal activities. • Inclusive culture with employee resource groups and support for diverse backgrounds. • Health and wellbeing benefits such as the Thrive programme, virtual GP service, Gymflex discounts and menopause support. • Commitment to continuous development through training, mentoring and chartership support.

Work Environment

Hybrid