Head of Project Management - Low Carbon (Energy)

Job Description

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…

We are seeking a Head of Project Management to join our Low Carbon business. In this role, you will lead our Project Delivery group, which includes project management, project engineering management, construction management and project control professionals. Our Low Carbon team are delivering some of the world’s most important projects to support the Net Zero transition, from efficient thermal generation plant to innovative low carbon energy and fuels projects, hydrogen production and natural gas, CO2 and hydrogen networks development. The Project Delivery team leads those projects at all stages of the project lifecycle, where stewardship from early client engagement through to delivery and handover helps to build long-term client relationships. As part of the Low Carbon Sector leadership team, you will oversee delivery performance across all projects within the sector, with a strong emphasis on project governance, project performance and team utilisation. Additionally, you will provide leadership across a diverse portfolio of multi-disciplinary projects. Suitable candidates will have the ambition and drive to lead and grow the team. You will be able to demonstrate excellent client care and a proven and successful approach to business development and delivery excellence.

Core Activities Will Include

• Providing strategic direction to the Project Delivery group, aligning with our Low Carbon Sector Strategy.
• Being accountable for project delivery performance including financial, people development and engagement, enhancing technical expertise and client satisfaction.
• Collaborating across the UK and global geographies.
• Driving innovation and productivity through the development and implementation of new tools and methods.
• Providing visible leadership in safety, health, and wellbeing, committed to a zero-harm culture.
• Leading influence in governance and control across projects.

Our Team

• Our team’s expertise covers all Low Carbon energy generation, conversion and transport technologies including power generation, carbon removals, novel first of a kind concepts, gas networks and other low or zero carbon technology. Working together with private developers, utilities, government bodies, banks, lending agencies, contractors and OEMs we safely deliver projects whilst meeting and exceeding client expectations.
• Our teams are tactically placed in the UK, India, Ireland and wider Europe. We work internationally with our clients and other Energy sector teams in North America, Middle East, Africa, South America, Asia, New Zealand and Australia.
• The Low Carbon team provides services to Clients from inception through development, construction, operation, and decommissioning. An approach that sees us support our clients over the entire lifecycle of a project.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• An experienced Project Management professional or leader known for driving innovation and trust, with a strong strategic vision and transformative leadership skills.
• A collaborative team builder, excelling in relationship-building and passionate about developing people, with a commitment to fostering team retention, progression, diversity, and inclusion.
• Capable of developing strong client relationships and have a proven track record of delivering projects across all stages of development in the Energy sector.
• Significant experience across different consulting and contracting models such as OE, EPC, EPCM, Reimbursable, Incentivised, and Fixed Price.
• Experience of delivering consultancy / contracting services in the Energy sector with a commitment to problem solving in a collaborative way.
• Able to deal with conflicting priorities and to offer win-win solutions.
• The ability to travel within the UK and overseas.
• Educated to degree standard, with an MBA or relevant post-degree qualification being a further advantage. Exceptional candidates without a degree will also be considered if they can demonstrate equivalent professional qualifications (e.g. Chartered status) by suitable experience.
• A full member of a relevant professional body.

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 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

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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