Project Manager

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager with a strong background in design and project delivery to join our Property & Buildings team in the Middle East. As a Project Manager, you will lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated design solutions across complex building projects. You will be responsible for managing project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and stakeholder engagement from concept through to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of integrated design projects across architecture, engineering and specialist disciplines.
• Manage our project contract and scope, ensuring the design team is clear on all requirements.
• Establish “one team” culture, driving collaboration and proactive communication across the team.
• Communicate updates, actions and priorities to the project team effectively and efficiently.
• Serve as the main point of contact between our team, the client and stakeholders, manage expectations and resolve any issues.
• Develop and manage delivery against the project programme, working with disciplines to ensure collaborative updates and accurate resource allocation.
• Oversee design reviews and ensure compliance with quality standards and client requirements.
• Manage all WSP project commercial requirements, including internal requirements, invoicing and variations.
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, consultants, and authorities to ensure alignment and approvals.
• Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure Health & Safety, sustainability, and regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and present project status reports, forecasts, and recommendations to senior leadership and clients.
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagements.
• Coordinate final reviews, secure client sign-off and lead handover from design to construction.
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation and client presentations.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Project Management or related field
• 7–10 years of experience in architecture, engineering, or project management within the buildings sector.
• Proven track record of managing multidisciplinary design projects from Concept to IFC.
• Strong understanding of integrated design delivery and project lifecycle management.
• Experienced in managing large, multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD).
• PMP or equivalent project management certification is preferred.
  
  
  

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.