Project Director – PMCM Rail (Ireland)

About the Opportunity

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

At WSP, you will join a global organisation delivering transformative infrastructure programmes across Ireland, the UK, and internationally. You will work alongside industry-leading experts and support the expansion of our PMCM Rail offering in Ireland, helping us build strong client relationships and establish WSP as a trusted project delivery partner.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the growth of our Ireland Rail business, working closely with key clients such as Iarnród Éireann / Irish Rail, the National Transport Authority (NTA), Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), and regional local authorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the expansion of WSP’s PMCM Rail footprint across Southern Ireland.
• Establish strong, trusted relationships with key Irish rail clients.
• Act as a client advisor, understanding client objectives and translating them into successful delivery strategies.
• Support pipeline development, regional positioning and strategic bids within the Ireland rail market.
• Represent WSP at client engagements, industry events, and sector forums across Ireland.

About You

Degree in engineering, construction, management or a related discipline. Chartered membership of a recognised professional body (or working toward it). APM / MSP / PMI / PRINCE2 / Six Sigma qualifications beneficial. Proven experience leading major rail or infrastructure projects. Experience engaging with rail organisations (Irish Rail, NTA, TII, Network Rail or similar). A strong understanding of the Ireland transport or rail market is highly desirable. Demonstrated leadership, commercial acumen and stakeholder engagement at senior level. Experience delivering NEC3/4 projects in a client‑facing environment. Ability to build and lead high-performing teams and establish trusted client relationships. Strategic thinker with curiosity, adaptability and a collaborative mindset.

Eligibility

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.

Benefits

• Work-life balance with hybrid working policy
• Inclusivity & Belonging culture
• Health & Wellbeing support through Thrive programme
• Flexibility in working hours
• Development opportunities and training support

About Company

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.