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Senior Project Director - Ireland
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.
Job Description
Senior Project Director - Ireland
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.
Our Irish Roads team is seeking a Senior Project Director with extensive post-qualification experience in the design of Major Roads Infrastructure projects to be part of the leadership team working on the delivery of some major infrastructure schemes including Metrolink, the A5 Western Transport Corridor, A29 Cookstown Bypass and the NM20 Cork to Limerick Road Improvement scheme, or Road Safety and Active Travel projects for Transport Infrastructure Ireland, Department for Infrastructure, National Transport Authority and Local Authorities.
Due to recent successes on and the continuing delivery of the A5 Western Transport Corridor, NM20 Cork to Limerick, Metrolink, A29 Cookstown Bypass, and DfI TRAM Engineering Services Consultancy Partner Contract, the team is growing and offers excellent opportunities for the right candidate seeking new and exciting opportunities.
This role will primarily be client-facing and the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of delivery of schemes in either the local or national transport arena across Ireland.
We are looking for individuals with excellent major project and/or programme leadership skills and a proven track record of leading the delivery of a portfolio of projects throughout the whole project lifecycle.
A Little More About Your Role…
Accountabilities includes development of new proposals, project mobilisation and the maintenance of the monthly project review cycle to ensure high quality outcomes on a proactive basis, with personal Working with the Client and design teams to deliver compliant designs on time and within budget, in accordance with H&S, internal Business system QA & procedures, and technical review requirements intervention as required into specific projects Managing resources effectively and efficiently to meet fluctuating work loads and Client demands Lead the design process and co-ordinate the project team to deliver appropriate and cost effective solutions to the agreed programme; and support those less experienced by technical review, mentoring and advice.
Developing relationships with other WSP teams to utilise additional resources required for multi-disciplinary project delivery.
Agreeing fees and managing the commercial position on the project.
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…
It is anticipated that you will be a Chartered Civil Engineer or an Incorporated Engineer with extensive post professional qualification experience.
It is expected that this experience will include the following:
Project management and technical delivery lead of medium to high complexity road schemes.
Demonstrate excellent inter-personal skills with strong leadership and management abilities; capable of communicating effectively externally and internally with the business Establish, build and sustain strong client relationships Are adept at leading projects and have a strong track record of delivering desired outcomes against strategic priorities Have strong project and commercial skills with the ability to develop innovative delivery solutions which meet client requirements, provide value for money and benefits for the business Have experience within Roads – having worked across the markets, with a proven track record and knowledge in design and supervision of major road related projects.
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About Us
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms.
Our 69,300 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 9,000 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 & Diversity
We welcome applicants with diverse 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 diversity to create 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.
Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations.
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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