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WSP USA Assistant Commercial Manager in Birmingham, United Kingdom

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 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…

To find out more about our Property and Buildings business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Property and Buildings | WSP (https://www.wsp.com/en-GB/hubs/property-and-buildings)

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.

As a member of the P&B Commercial Team, you will work with the Legal, Bid Modelling, Operations, and project teams to provide advice and support on: -

  • Assisting the Commercial Management function in their duties by providing commercial support to project delivery teams

  • Support with pre-sourcing, inflight and post contract/commercial activities

  • Assist in drafting and reviewing contractual documents in line with corporate governance

  • Supporting key stakeholders with the resolution of contractual issues

  • Providing commercial advice and interpreting contractual documents

YOUR TEAM

  • Our Property and Buildings business includes Structure, Services and Specialists.

  • You will be part of a small commercial team within Property and Buildings, working closely with Legal, Finance and key stakeholders.

  • Our aim is to improve the commercial practices of our people and in turn our business.

  • You will have the opportunity to work on an array of significant projects throughout the UK and globally.

  • You will have the opportunity to grow your career at WSP within the Commercial Property and Buildings business.

  • We have offices in most major UK cities offering excellent collaboration space.

  • Experience of commercial management and contract administration over the contract lifecycle

  • Must be eligible to obtain security clearance

  • A relevant Degree and/or Membership of a relevant professional body is preferable

  • Preferably experience within a similar role.

  • Good Commercial awareness.

  • Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary environment.

  • Excellent communication skills.

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