Overview

Senior Project Director - Ireland role at WSP, Belfast, Northern Ireland. The Irish Roads team is seeking a Senior Project Director in Northern Ireland with extensive post-qualification experience in the design and construction of Major Roads Infrastructure projects. The role is primarily client-facing in the region, leading a portfolio of major transport schemes and delivering projects through the whole lifecycle with a track record of leadership in major programmes.

Responsibilities

• Primary point of contact with senior and executive level client representatives on the major project portfolio
• Lead a large, multi-disciplinary team to deliver the client\'s overall requirements
• Develop new proposals, mobilise projects, and maintain monthly project reviews to ensure high-quality, proactive outcomes
• Work with the Client and design teams to deliver compliant designs on time and within budget, following health and safety, internal QA procedures, and technical review requirements
• Manage resources effectively to meet fluctuating workloads and client demands
• Direct the project team to deliver cost-effective solutions to the agreed programme; mentor and support less experienced team members
• Develop relationships with other WSP teams to access additional resources for multi-disciplinary delivery
• Agree fees and manage the commercial position on the project

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer with extensive post-qualification experience
• Leadership skills to inspire and lead a large team on complex projects
• Project management and technical delivery lead for medium to high complexity road schemes
• Excellent interpersonal skills with strong leadership and management abilities; effective communication internally and externally
• Ability to establish, build and sustain strong client relationships
• Proven track record of delivering outcomes against strategic priorities
• Strong project and commercial skills with the ability to develop innovative delivery solutions that meet client requirements and provide value for the business
• Experience in Roads, with knowledge in design and supervision of major road-related projects

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. With a strong UK and Ireland presence, we are dedicated to local communities and supported by international expertise.

What’s in it for you

• Work-life balance and hybrid working policy (flexibility to work from home two days a week, plus collaborative office options)
• Inclusivity and belonging; diverse backgrounds encouraged; employee resource groups
• Health & wellbeing support via Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, workplace adjustments, Gymflex discounts, and menopause support
• Flexible working options including part-time arrangements and flexible leave policies; ability to use bank holiday entitlement as preferred
• Development opportunities, mentoring, and potential Chartership support

EEO Statement: 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. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and will provide workplace adjustments on request.