At WSP, we deliver large-scale rail projects across Ireland. As a Senior Project Manager in our PMCM Rail team, you will lead delivery of complex rail projects of regional and national significance—including heavy rail, light rail and metro schemes—ensuring projects are delivered safely, to a high standard of quality, on programme and within budget, while proactively managing requirements, budgets, schedules, risk and influencing multidisciplinary teams.
A little more about your role
- Coordinating multidisciplinary teams through project meetings and target‑led workshops, ensuring critical issues are resolved promptly and projects meet safety, functional and regulatory requirements.
- Establishing robust project management processes and governance in collaboration with Client teams.
- Acting as the principal point of contact for Clients throughout design and construction phases.
- Developing and maintaining strong Client relationships through effective communication and influencing skills.
- Producing monthly project reports, forecasts and data‑led insights to provide clarity on project performance to senior stakeholders.
- Leading engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators, local authorities and community groups.
- Chairing project meetings, presentations and progress reviews.
- Managing stakeholder expectations and responding to concerns effectively.
- Managing contracts in accordance with agreed rules of engagement, including NEC3/NEC4.
- Managing project budgets, cost forecasting, change control and financial performance.
- Managing change, risk and delay events, ensuring appropriate mitigations are implemented.
- Proactively managing early warnings, RFIs and communications to reduce risk and support successful project delivery.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate
- Strong safety leadership, driving compliance with Irish safety legislation and regulations, including Project Supervisor Design Process (PSDP) and Project Supervisor Construction Stage (PSCS) duties where applicable.
- A commitment to environmentally responsible project delivery aligned with WSP's sustainability values.
- Proven experience defining project scope, objectives and deliverables with Clients and stakeholders.
- The ability to develop and manage detailed project plans covering programme, budget, resources and risk.
- Accountability for project performance, identifying issues early and implementing corrective actions.
- A track record of delivering complex rail or transport infrastructure projects in Ireland or comparable regulated environments.
- Experience working with multidisciplinary design and construction teams on client‑side or consultancy‑led commissions.
- A degree in a relevant discipline such as engineering, construction management, project management or a related field.
- Chartered status with, or working towards membership of, a relevant professional body (such as Engineers Ireland, APM, PMA).
- Project management qualifications (APM, PMI, PRINCE2, MSP, Six Sigma) are advantageous.
- NEC4 Project Manager accreditation is highly desirable.
- A collaborative, curious and solutions‑focused mindset, with a strong client‑service ethic.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Work‑life balance
WSP offers a hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home up to two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK and Ireland. Minimum of three office days per week to support collaboration with colleagues and clients.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work. Employee resource groups promote a culture of inclusion and belonging.
Health & Wellbeing
We provide a comprehensive wellbeing programme, a virtual GP service, gym membership discounts through the WSP flexible benefits program, and a menopause support package.
Flex your time
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. Additional options for part‑time, flexible working, and purchase of extra leave are available.
Your development
We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and chartership opportunities, supporting professional projects and qualifications locally and worldwide.
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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