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WSP USA Quantity Surveyor in Birmingham, United Kingdom

With a strong track record serving clients from across industry’s including Water, Energy, Defence and Transportation our new PMCM discipline has big ambitions to become a market leader for this offering across the UK. We’re looking to grow the business with capable, energised and professional expertise across all our major offices.

Our UK head of PMCM Graeme Forbes said: “We offer multi-disciplinary advice, capability, and solutions at every stage of the project life cycle, solving the most complex challenges facing our clients. From game-changing transport schemes to energy or defence mega projects, and everything in between, we have huge potential to become a go-to, trusted PMCM partner for many existing and new clients. As a multi-sector discipline, we are perfectly placed to capture and share good practices that deliver benefits to all our clients, society at large, bringing together all capabilities across WSP. By moving away from the service-led approach of the past, we are better positioned to present our services direct to market.” 

When considering a career move it’s vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond…What We Do | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/what-we-do)

To find out more about our Programme Management and Commercial Management Services business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: https://www.wsp.com/en-GB/services/programme-and-project-management

YOUR NEW ROLE, WHATS INVOLVED?

  • You will join a growing team of dedicated Commercial Managers and other related professionals, who work together across multiple sectors to expand your experience.

  • As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Pre and post contract commercial aspects of projects ranging in size and complexity.

  • Have proven organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

  • Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

  • Are not afraid to challenge the status quo, to try innovative solutions and learn from past experiences.

  • Have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.

  • Familiarity with Costex and Cemar software is desirable.

  • Having previous experience of working in a Commercial management or consulting role would be an advantage, particularly within the water, energy, environment, infrastructure, defense or transport sectors.

  • RICS or CIOB chartership would be advantage, but working towards your RICS or CIOB would be considered.

  • Hold a degree, or similar higher education qualification.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various stages of commercial management within a diverse and challenging environment

YOUR TEAM

You will be part of our Project Management and Commercial Management Team. The team is made up of around 400 people across the UK providing Programme and Project Management, Commercial Management and Project Controls Services to deliver Buildings and Infrastructure Projects. You will be within the Civil Infrastructure and Utilities Group and will work across a range of sectors including, Highways, Water, Energy, Defence and Environmental Projects. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team working with technical experts from across WSP to deliver services to our clients.

WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE

  • Are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

  • Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employee resource group), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

  • 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 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

  • Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

  • Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

#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.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

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We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/who-we-are)

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

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 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

#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.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

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