Job Description

Overview

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 curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives, and shape a career as unique as you.

The Earth & Environment Proposals Team positions WSP to win profitable business and drive growth. We work across borders to deliver the right skills for our clients. As a growing, market-leading organisation with sustainability at the heart of what we do, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of opportunities across sectors, collaborating with 1,500 technical specialists in more than 50 service areas.

You will gain the opportunity to work on landmark projects that shape communities and the environment, making a positive difference locally and globally.

Responsibilities

• Lead opportunities through the WSP Work Winning Lifecycle (Capture, Bid Prep, Qualification, RFP, Lessons Learned, Handover).
• Follow WSP best practice and comply with internal governance requirements.
• Influence and communicate at a senior level while managing interfaces with the wider proposals team, other UK/global business streams, and partners.
• Facilitate the development of delivery solutions, winning bid strategies, and key messages.
• Work with technical authors to write and review impactful, tailored proposals.
• Support project teams in preparing for interviews.
• Act as a hub of best practice and knowledge for proposals and mentor junior team members.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

• Degree-qualified in an appropriate subject.
• APMP Foundation or equivalent as a minimum.
• Knowledge of services/proposals within Environmental and Earth Sciences is preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication with a collaborative approach.
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritise.
• Strong editing and response writing skills.
• Robust project management with meticulous attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Focus on quality, continuous improvement, and delivery.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and responsible for own actions.
• Ability to assimilate large volumes of information and manage workflows.
• Interest in using new and evolving digital bidding techniques.

Imagine a better future

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share a passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees working together to make a difference in communities near and far.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our people are united by the purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on communities through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. We are dedicated to our local communities and supported by international knowledge and collaboration.

What’s in It For You?

Work-life balance. Our hybrid policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaborate in modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity and Belonging. We welcome applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We support an inclusive culture with employee resource groups and respectful collaboration.

Health & Wellbeing. Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex, and menopause support are available as part of our benefits.

Flex your time. We offer flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and Bank Holiday flexibility to suit you.

Your development. We invest in growth through training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.

#WeAreWSP

EEO statement: We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marriage or maternity status. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and will provide workplace adjustments on request.