327 Technical Projects jobs in the United Kingdom
Technical Projects Administrator - Ref23518
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Technical Projects Administrator - Chessington
FAFS Fire & Security, a specialist business within Marlowe Fire and Security Group, are looking to grow their team with the appointment of an experienced Technical Projects Administrator
Competitive Basic Salary circa £23-23,000 subject to experience
Royal London Pension
Life Assurance 4x Salary
Our Technical Projects Administrator….
Will support all the department staff project managers and engineers with day-to-day administration tasks to assist in the smooth running of the department:
- Work on our in-house process system (Cash for Windows) and other operation software such as SharePoint.
- Produce works documentation including Operation & Maintenance Manuals and AutoCAD drawings.
- Support the projects department
- Schedule Engineers diaries
- Maintain engineer timesheets, labour allocation, training documentation.
- Update and maintain procedural documentation.
- Receive and distribute calls.
- Respond or redirect email enquiries ensuring they are routed to the correct member of the team.
- Raise Purchase Orders
- Process jobs through our process system, Cash for Windows system (Training provided).
- Produce and maintain 2D AutoCAD drawings (Training provided).
Requirements
Who We’re Looking For
In addition to having all the usual attributes of a great FAFS Fire & Security employee, such as; a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, well presented and professional at all times, ability to work alone and as part of a team…. For this opportunity, we are specifically looking for candidates who offer:
- As a member of front-line staff who will deal directly with our clients/engineers via email and phone the position will require someone with a pleasant phone manor and the ability to communicate well in both written and verbal formats.
- Strong knowledge Microsoft Office Applications, such as Word & Excel
- Have good organisational and time management skills.
- Able to work on own initiative with minimum supervision and able to resolve issues in a logical manner.
- Have the ability to form good working relationships with colleagues, customers, and outside bodies.
- To have strong attention to detail and drive to deliver/succeed.
- Some experience in fire and security and/or service provider industry would be a significant advantage
- This role will be suited to someone with an enthusiasm for IT based work and a willingness to learn.
Benefits
How we Attract, Reward & Retain Our Employees
At FAFS Fire & Security we recognise the importance of fairly rewarding our employees. We go above and beyond with our remuneration packages that not only meet the needs of a challenging economical climate, but we offer packages, benefits and incentives to support the broader needs of our people making their everyday lives and futures more comfortable.
- Competitive Basic Salary circa £3-23,000 subject to experience
- Royal London Pension
- Life Assurance 4x Salary
- 25 Days Paid Holidays plus Bank Holidays
- Candidate Referral Scheme – up to £1 00 per referral, unlimited referrals.
- Mental Health & Well-being Scheme
- Employee Recognition Scheme
- Birthday Holiday
- Development and progression opportunities
About FAFS Fire & Security
We specialise in designing, installing, commissioning and servicing automatic Fire Detection and Alarm Systems. At FAFS Fire & Security we believe in offering our customers a solution that matches their particular needs. Our customers have the freedom to choose the system that best suits their commercial and professional expectations. System types range from small, stand-alone conventional systems to major projects including graphics based, PC controlled intelligent multi panel networks.
About Marlowe Fire & Security Group
Marlowe Fire & Security Group is the fire life safety and security specialist division of Marlowe plc.
Together, we are the UK’s fastest growing and most innovative consortium of fire life safety and security service providers.
Operating 24/7, across the whole of the UK, we work with clients of all sizes to provide end-to-end fire and security solutions across all sectors to ensure your safety, security and compliance.
Our Business Include:
- Marlowe Fire & Security Group
- Marlowe Fire & Security
- Alarm Communications
- Griffin Fire
- Hadrian Technology
- Marlowe Kitchen Fire Suppression
- FAFS Fire & Security
- MJ Fire
- Morgan Fire Protection
- Victory Fire
- Clymac
- Marlowe Smoke Control
Equal Opportunities
At Marlowe Fire & Security Group we strive to create a diverse, inclusive environment to encourage all our employees to be themselves. We celebrate what makes us unique and believe that adopting a culture of inclusion helps us to best serve our customers. We are committed to supporting equal opportunities, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to enable you to participate in the recruitment process.
Administrative Manager - Project Coordination
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, manage, and mentor the administrative support team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
- Oversee daily office operations, ensuring the efficient functioning of reception, mail services, supplies, and facility management.
- Develop and implement administrative policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and compliance.
- Manage the coordination of administrative support for multiple projects, including resource allocation, scheduling, and documentation.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence for senior management.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for office supplies and services.
- Oversee the management of office facilities and ensure a safe and welcoming environment.
- Implement and maintain efficient record-keeping and filing systems.
- Support HR functions related to administrative staff, including recruitment, training, and performance management.
- Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders regarding administrative matters.
- Proven experience in an administrative management or supervisory role, preferably within a project-oriented environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team.
- Strong understanding of office management principles and best practices.
- Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience with project management or CRM software.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing demands.
- Experience in budget management is advantageous.
- Strong problem-solving capabilities and a proactive approach.
- Experience working in a hybrid work model is beneficial.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and skilled Administrative Manager to make a significant impact. If you are adept at managing teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.
Senior Operations Administrator - Project Coordination
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Key Responsibilities:
- Provide high-level administrative support to the operations management team and departmental staff.
- Coordinate and manage project timelines, ensuring deadlines are met and resources are allocated effectively.
- Prepare, format, and proofread a variety of documents, including reports, presentations, and correspondence.
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and arrange travel logistics.
- Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external communications related to operational activities.
- Maintain and update departmental databases, filing systems, and records with accuracy.
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and track operational expenses.
- Support the onboarding process for new team members.
- Liaise with suppliers and service providers to manage contracts and deliveries.
- Identify opportunities to streamline administrative processes and improve efficiency.
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Undertake ad-hoc administrative tasks and projects as required by the operations team.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in an administrative or operational support role, preferably within a busy office environment.
- Proven experience in project coordination or management support is highly desirable.
- Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other relevant business software.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Proactive and resourceful approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Discretion and a high level of professionalism.
- Experience with CRM or project management software is a plus.
- A flexible and adaptable attitude.
Senior Technical Artist - Multiple Projects
Posted 347 days ago
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We want you to #JOINTHEREBELLION!
For 30 years we’ve been independently developing and publishing incredible video games at our multiple studios founded by Jason & Chris Kingsley, but Rebellion is more than just games. We have our own film and mo-cap studio, we create board games, publish books, and through 2000AD, publish comics and graphic novels such as the amazing Judge Dredd.
We are on the lookout for an experienced Senior Technical Artist to join our talented Technical Art team, to help work on a variety of thrilling unannounced projects we have in development.
Your role as a Senior Technical Artist will be to research and create solutions to support the art asset pipeline, as well as participating in the creation of technical art features and implementing these within our proprietary engine. You’ll work with artists and programmers to create 3D art and bring it to life in the engine, review creative processes and identify opportunities for improvements to ensure our games are progressive and in line with the direction of industry standards.
You will play a key role in helping to develop the workflows to make quality and efficient art, while guiding the art team during creation and optimisation of objects within our AAA games. This is a fantastic opportunity to influence the technical art of Rebellion’s future projects.
This role is based at our riverside headquarters in Oxford, offering a creative and relaxed atmosphere where teamwork drives our success. We can provide a relocation package, including moving assistance, temporary accommodation, and full support to ensure a smooth transition to your new environment.
We believe in the power of face-to-face collaboration and encourage working from our Oxford headquarters. However, we understand that flexibility matters, so we’re open to discussing hybrid options based on individual needs.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and improve existing art workflows and practices.
- Identify inefficiencies in the art creation workflows and propose solutions.
- Design and implement new pipeline and optimisation tools to aide content creation.
- Guide artists in learning new and best practices in content creation and optimisation.
- Author and improve technical documentation and tutorials around our tools.
- Identify assets and areas for optimisation through performance profiling.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of art creation workflows.
- Excellent understanding of art fundamentals, such as composition.
- High level of experience within Maya, Blender or 3DS Max.
- Good understanding of runtime performance costs and how to optimise content.
- Knowledge of procedural content creation packages is a bonus.
- Experience with photogrammetry is advantageous.
- Previous experience with Adobe Substance Automation Toolkit is a bonus.
Benefits
We offer an extensive benefits package to our team including:
- 26 days holiday + Bank holidays (increasing with service at 5 years – one day each year until you reach 31 days)
- Private Medical Insurance, healthcare cash plan, including dental and Vision
- Life Assurance, Income Protection & Critical Illness Cover
- Enhanced Family Leave
- Interest Free, Tax-Free loans
- Enhanced Pension Scheme
- EAP a range of Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
- Plus loads more… including a wide range of discounts, freebies, and social events!
Life at Our Oxford HQ
Our riverside headquarters in Oxford places you a short walk away from the city centre. Renowned for its rich historical backdrop and esteemed educational institutions, Oxford offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity, with its beautiful architecture and green spaces.
Oxford also boasts excellent transport links, making it easy to navigate both the city and the wider country. The city’s train station, just a short walk from our studio, offers frequent services to London, as well as direct routes to major cities like Birmingham, Manchester, and Reading and we also offer free parking at the studio.
Our open-plan office promotes teamwork and innovation, with regular interaction with senior management and other departments, alongside access to free hot drinks, a handy tuck shop onsite and a range of local pubs, cafes and dining options nearby helping make every workday enjoyable!
Inside Rebellion
Whichever team you join at Rebellion we are proud of our open, friendly, and creative atmosphere. We love what we do, and we have fun doing it! As a big indie developer, we have complete creative freedom over our titles which allows us to work on a massive variety of projects across all the major platforms.
Find out more about us here
Our size, stability, and the variety of in-house expertise across multiple industries, makes Rebellion completely unique! We work in our own way, and we celebrate that as the key to our success. We foster an inclusive culture where you are encouraged to be yourself, to express your creativity and your talent. We are people focused and will support you in every way to can be the best at what you do. We recognise the importance of enjoying what you do and having a healthy work-life balance. We offer a friendly, creative, and relaxed working atmosphere, with sensibly managed projects and a wide variety of benefits and development opportunities for all our teams to ensure you are fully supported with your physical and Mental Well-being.
We are actively recruiting for a diverse team and continue to add to our culture of growth and inclusion. Rebellion encourages innovation in all areas, and we look forward to hearing how you can help us to be better. We encourage all demographics of culture, gender, ethnicity, neurodiversity and beyond, because a representative team makes better products.
If you are interested in working at Rebellion, but this role doesn’t sound quite like you, we’re recruiting for a range of positions across the studio and we’re always happy to receive speculative applications via our website. Visit our Careers website to view all our live vacancies: Rebellion: Careers
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Functional & Technical Skills Specialist
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Why join us
Joining the People Team at Sainsbury's as a Functional & Technical Skills Specialist offers a unique opportunity to drive impactful learning strategies that align with business objectives and enhance the core skills competencies needed for strategic success. As a key player in consulting, defining, and managing enterprise-level functional and technical skills learning, you will have the chance to collaborate with senior stakeholders, influence curriculum development, and foster continuous improvement. With a focus on customer obsession, performance excellence, boundaryless leadership, and fearless team empowerment, this role presents a dynamic environment where you can contribute to shaping the future of learning and development at a leading multi-channel retail organisation, making a tangible impact on both the business and its people.
What you'll do
As the Functional & Technical Skills Specialist at Sainsbury's, you will play a pivotal role in consulting, defining, and product managing enterprise-level functional and technical skills learning programmes across the organisation. Your primary focus will be on ensuring that a robust and scalable skill-based learning offer is developed centrally to meet business needs, while also supporting divisional teams in customising learning to address their specific requirements. You will collaborate with senior stakeholders, leadership teams, and subject matter experts to shape the technical and functional skills offer, driving strategic impact and aligning development initiatives with performance outcomes. Your responsibilities will span from leading communities of expertise to partnering with divisional leadership teams in identifying and addressing new and emerging skills gaps, ultimately contributing to the continuous improvement of learning products and the overall business impact.
Who you are
As a Functional & Technical Skills Specialist at Sainsbury's, you are a strategic and results-driven learning professional with a proven track record in designing and implementing innovative learning strategies aligned with business objectives. Your ability to diagnose skills gaps, collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, and drive the development of robust skills and capability frameworks sets you apart. With strong project management skills, commercial acumen, and a data-driven mindset, you excel in creating scalable learning solutions that deliver measurable impact and drive continuous improvement. Your collaborative mindset, problem-solving capabilities, and commitment to customer-centricity align with Sainsbury's values and leadership expectations, making you a key player in shaping the future of learning and development within the organisation.
Essential Criteria
Demonstrable experience in designing and implementing enterprise-level learning strategies aligned to business goals, including planning for both short- and long-term outcomes.
Proven ability to define and deliver skills and capability frameworks that inform curriculum development and address organisational performance needs.
Evidence of performance consulting with senior stakeholders, including diagnosing root causes of skills gaps and recommending targeted learning interventions.
Track record of using data and insights to evaluate learning impact, including benchmarking, reporting, and continuous improvement of learning products.
Experience managing cross-functional learning projects, including collaboration with subject matter experts, external providers, and delivery teams to produce scalable, high-quality learning solutions.
We are committed to being a truly inclusive retailer so youll be welcomed whoever you are and wherever you work. Around here, theres always the chance to try something new whether thats as part of an evolving team or somewhere else across the business - and we take development seriously and promise to support you. We also recognise and celebrate colleagues when they go the extra mile and, where possible, offer flexible working. When you join our team, well also offer you an amazing range of benefits. Here are some of them:
Starting off with colleague discount, you'll be able to save 10% on your shopping online and instore at Sainsbury's, Argos, TU and Habitat, and we regularly increase the discount to 15% at points during the year. We've also got you covered for your future with our pensions scheme and life cover. You'll also be able to share in our success as you may be eligible for a performance-related bonus of up to 20% of salary, depending on how we perform.
Your wellbeing is important to us too. You'll receive an annual holiday allowance, and you can buy up to an additional week's holiday, and we provide private healthcare. We also offer other benefits that will help your money go further such as season ticket loans, interest free car loan of up to 10k, cycle to work scheme, health cash plans, salary advance (where you can access some of your pay before pay day) as well access to a great range of discounts from hundreds of other retailers. And if you ever need it there is also an Employee Assistance Programme.
Moments that matter are as important to us as they are to you which is why we give up to 26 weeks pay for maternity or adoption leave and up to 4 weeks pay for paternity leave.
Please see for a range of our benefits (note, length of service and eligibility criteria may apply).
Apprenticeship Coordinator - Technical Skills
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Responsibilities:
- Coordinate the recruitment and onboarding of new apprentices.
- Liaise with employers to understand their training needs and ensure apprenticeship standards are met.
- Manage apprenticeship records, including enrolment, progress tracking, and completion.
- Schedule and coordinate training sessions, workshops, and assessments.
- Provide pastoral support and guidance to apprentices throughout their program.
- Monitor apprentice progress and identify any barriers to learning or completion.
- Work closely with trainers and assessors to ensure a high-quality training experience.
- Assist in the development and updating of apprenticeship curriculum materials.
- Maintain strong relationships with funding bodies and ensure compliance with funding rules.
- Prepare reports on apprenticeship program delivery and outcomes.
- Act as a key point of contact for apprentices, employers, and internal stakeholders.
- Proven experience in coordinating apprenticeship programs or similar training/education roles.
- Strong understanding of apprenticeship frameworks and the vocational education sector.
- Excellent organizational, administrative, and time management skills.
- Proficiency in using CRM or student management systems.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid environment.
- Experience in supporting learners or managing employer relationships is a plus.
- A relevant qualification in education, training, or administration is desirable.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- This role requires regular attendance at the Brighton office, with flexibility for remote work on designated days.
Technical Services Manager Commercial & Life Sciences Projects
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Technical Services Manager Commercial & Life Sciences Projects London, UK£500 per day (Contract) OR Up to £105,000 per annum (Permanent)
We are looking for an experienced Technical Services Manager to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor, delivering a range of commercial and life sciences projects across London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile, complex projects within a g.
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Technical Director, Town Planner - Major Projects & Consents Lead (Infrastructure Planning)
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At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
WSP is an award-winning consultancy that employees the largest number of chartered town planners across the UK, operating within both the infrastructure and property markets.
It has never been a more exciting time to join WSP's market-leading Infrastructure Planning Team. With notable contract and framework awards in 2024 from National Grid as part of the Great Grid Partnership, Nuclear Waste Services as well as awards from many other clients, we have a great foundation for growth in 2025.
Our key clients include National Grid, East West Rail, EET Fuels, Eni UK, National Gas, SSE, Scottish Power Renewables, Southern Water, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, and many more.
Our success as a team is built on employing highly skilled consenting specialists that have experience in serving a diverse portfolio of clients in the energy, renewables, nuclear, net zero, water, rail and transportation and aviation sectors.
To continue to sustainably grow as a business, we are looking to recruit a Technical Director in our London office who can drive forward our ambitious plans to lead and secure new work opportunities for our team of Infrastructure town planners through 2025 and thereafter. You will already be experienced at leading multi-disciplinary projects under the Town and Country Planning Act and the Planning Act 2008 and can help support those in our team to do this, to help meet the needs of our many clients and projects. We are also interested to hear from people that have experience in securing consents for major projects by means of Planning (Wales) Act 2015, Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, Transport and Works Act Order or the Electricity Act.
To find out more about our Infrastructure Planning business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Infrastructure planning and consulting | WSP ( we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Leading consenting inputs on major infrastructure projects (DCOs, DNSs, TWAOs etc)
+ Providing technical advice to clients and managing their consenting requirements
+ Co-ordinating the preparation and submission of consent applications which may include applications under the Town and Country Planning Acts, the Planning Act 2008 or other regimes (as listed above).
+ Acting as Project Director for projects led and managed by the Infrastructure Planning and Engagement business.
+ Leading on complex negotiations with statutory bodies and stakeholders on behalf of clients.
+ A high degree of technical excellence and competency, which might include acting as Expert Witness at DCO examinations or other hearings or inquiries.
+ Supporting the Service Line and Regional Directors and Sector Leads to pursue new work winning opportunities in line with WSPs Growth Strategy as appropriate.
+ Line management / mentoring colleagues by supporting them in their work project delivery roles.
+ Degree level qualification in town planning (or equivalent).
+ Member of (or eligible for) the RTPI.
+ Strong understanding of project finances.
+ Sound project management experience, ideally within a consultancy environment.
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the
best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
**#L1-JC2**
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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 & 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 our 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._
Technical Director, Town Planner - Major Projects & Consents Lead (Infrastructure Planning)
Posted today
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WSP is an award-winning consultancy that employs the largest number of chartered town planners across the UK, operating within both the infrastructure and property markets. It has never been a more exciting time to join WSP’s market-leading Infrastructure Planning Team. With notable contract and framework awards in 2024 from National Grid as part of the Great Grid Partnership, Nuclear Waste Services as well as awards from many other clients, we have a great foundation for growth in 2025. Our key clients include National Grid, East West Rail, EET Fuels, Eni UK, National Gas, SSE, Scottish Power Renewables, Southern Water, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, and many more. Our success as a team is built on employing highly skilled consenting specialists that have experience in serving a diverse portfolio of clients in the energy, renewables, nuclear, net zero, water, rail and transportation and aviation sectors.
To continue to sustainably grow as a business, we are looking to recruit a Technical Director in our London office who can drive forward our ambitious plans to lead and secure new work opportunities for our team of Infrastructure town planners through 2025 and thereafter. You will already be experienced at leading multi-disciplinary projects under the Town and Country Planning Act and the Planning Act 2008 and can help support those in our team to do this, to help meet the needs of our many clients and projects. We are also interested to hear from people that have experience in securing consents for major projects by means of Planning (Wales) Act 2015, Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, Transport and Works Act Order or the Electricity Act.
To find out more about our Infrastructure Planning business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Infrastructure planning and consulting | WSP
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate
Leading consenting inputs on major infrastructure projects (DCOs, DNSs, TWAOs etc)
Providing technical advice to clients and managing their consenting requirements
Co-ordinating the preparation and submission of consent applications which may include applications under the Town and Country Planning Acts, the Planning Act 2008 or other regimes (as listed above).
Acting as Project Director for projects led and managed by the Infrastructure Planning and Engagement business.
Leading on complex negotiations with statutory bodies and stakeholders on behalf of clients.
A high degree of technical excellence and competency, which might include acting as Expert Witness at DCO examinations or other hearings or inquiries.
Supporting the Service Line and Regional Directors and Sector Leads to pursue new work winning opportunities in line with WSPs Growth Strategy as appropriate.
Line management / mentoring colleagues by supporting them in their work project delivery roles.
Degree level qualification in town planning (or equivalent).
Member of (or eligible for) the RTPI.
Strong understanding of project finances.
Sound project management experience, ideally within a consultancy environment.
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself? With us, you can. Apply today.
About UsnWe are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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: 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 our 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.
#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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Project Management Director
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We are working with a forward-thinking property consultancy that provides end-to-end solutions across the commercial real estate and residential markets. They are seeking a Director Project Manager to lead their growing Technical team. This is a senior leadership role with a blend of strategic, client-facing, and delivery responsibilities, making it a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to step into a high-impact position.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Deliver the Technical team's strategy in line with company objectives
- Drive revenue growth through pipeline management and commercial performance
- Lead on process improvements, reporting, and CRM adoption
- Promote collaboration across teams to achieve shared goals
- Mentor senior staff and surveyors, setting technical and delivery standards
- Foster a culture of professional growth and continuous learning
- Support succession planning and capability development across the team
- Oversee multiple projects, ensuring consistent quality and commercial alignment
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to client satisfaction
- Act as a trusted advisor to senior-level clients, influencing key decisions
- Provide oversight and guidance to project managers and junior staff
- Lead client relationship management within the department
- Drive business development through market insights and proactive networking
- Represent the consultancy externally, enhancing reputation and visibility
- Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes, and workflows
- Use technology to deliver efficiency and better client outcomes
The ideal candidate will bring:
- Extensive experience managing large-scale project management contracts (traditional and design-and-build)
- Strong understanding of client needs in the commercial real estate and workplace strategy space
- Proven track record of winning work and developing client relationships
- Leadership experience with a collaborative and mentoring style
- Strategic mindset with strong commercial acumen
- Experience with CRM systems and workflow optimisation
- Commitment to driving DE&I and sustainability initiatives
- This role is primarily office-based, with the option to work from home one day per week following onboarding.
Benefits
- Competitive salary up to £120,000 and tailored commission scheme
- 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday
- Annual company trips and monthly team socials
- Employee-led clubs and committees (including sports, wellbeing, and DE&I)
- Clear career progression framework with opportunity to progress to a Head of role
- Family-friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
- Learning and development programmes with ongoing training
- Wellbeing allowance and access to mental health support
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Private medical insurance after probation
- 6% matched pension contributions