WSP in the U.S.
2026 Graduate Programme – Transport & Infrastructure – PMCM
WSP in the U.S., Lansing, Michigan, United States
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 looking for graduates for our PMCM team, who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects.
We are recruiting for Graduates in the following teams and locations:
PMCM – Civils Infrastructure & Utilities: London, Manchester or Birmingham
PMCM – Rail: Leeds or Manchester
PMCM – Buildings: London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Belfast, Manchester, Sheffield, Cardiff or Bristol
PMCM - Programme Solutions: UK Wide
About your role and the team…
Working as a Graduate Project Manager or Quantity Surveyor in our PMCM teams will mean working on exciting and innovative projects in the UK and around the world. Our team of 450 people are based across all regions of the UK predominantly based in the London, Birmingham, Manchester, Sheffield, Cardiff, Glasgow and Belfast offices. We work as a partner to our clients from the feasibility stage, through design and into procurement and construction stages of projects.
Projects
Network Rail Enhancement Programmes
Transport for Manchester Metro Schemes, Dublin Metrolink, HS2, East West Rail & Trans Pennine route upgrade
Parliament - Cast Iron Roofs Replacement, CCTV and Westminster Hall
DfE School Replacement Programme
University of Southampton
Scottish Power Property
Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service’s Learning and Development Centre
22 Bishopsgate
Heathrow Terminal 2B
Eden Project North (Morecambe)
Aston Villa Stadium Redevelopment
PMCM Civils Infrastructure & Utilities The PMCM Civil Infrastructure and Utilities Team focuses on the Roads, Aviation, Defence, Industrial, Water and Energy sectors. Within our team we are looking for Graduate Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors to join us.
As a Project Manager within our team, you can expect a rich, structured and fast-paced journey that blends technical development with real-world impact. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team that transforms ideas into reality across engineering, environmental consulting, and infrastructure. You’ll contribute directly, managing timelines, budgets, risks and stakeholder relationships, whilst learning how to lead.
Day‑to‑day activities could include:
Project Support & Coordination.
Assist in planning, scheduling and monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and assisting in developing mitigation strategies.
Help prepare project documentation, reports and presentations.
Attend client meetings and support communication between internal teams, clients and external stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure smooth collaboration.
Support financial monitoring and reporting and help ensure projects stay within budget, flag any variances.
Assist with managing contracts under frameworks like NEC or bespoke agreements.
Learn how to interpret and apply contract terms in real scenarios.
Ensure project activities align with WSP’s quality management systems and promote health, safety and sustainability across all phases.
As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor in this team, you’ll support the commercial and financial management of construction and infrastructure projects across transport, water and defence. You’ll be involved with cost planning, procurement, contract administration and value engineering.
Day‑to‑day activities could include:
Assisting in preparing initial cost estimates and budgets for construction projects.
Supporting feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.
Helping draft tender documents and evaluate contractor bids.
Contributing to procurement strategy and contract selection.
Monitoring contract variations and ensuring accurate documentation.
Supporting the management of payment applications and interim valuations.
Measuring quantities on‑site or from drawings to assess progress.
Value completed work and prepare cost reports.
Track project costs and assist in forecasting final account values.
Identify risks and opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
Attend meetings with clients and contractors.
Provide commercial advice and updates on project financials.
Compile monthly cost reports, profit/loss summaries and financial dashboards.
Maintain accurate records of project changes and commercial decisions.
PMCM Rail As a Graduate Project Manager in the PMCM Rail team you will be involved in the delivery of complex rail projects of regional, national and international significance. You will assist in the integration of multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring project delivery safely, of a high-quality, timely, and budget‑compliant.
Day‑to‑day activities could include:
Assisting the Project Manager in developing detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management.
Monitoring project progress, identifying potential issues, and implementing corrective actions.
Assisting the Project Manager in managing project budgets, including cost estimation, tracking, and reporting.
Reviewing project expenditures and invoices.
Managing changes and delays affecting the project and ensuring these are resolved or mitigated accordingly.
Dealing with RFIs, early warnings, and general communications to reduce project risk and ensure successful project delivery.
As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor in the PMCM Rail team you will support the commercial and financial management of these projects.
Day‑to‑day activities could include:
Assisting in preparing initial cost estimates and budgets for construction projects.
Supporting feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.
Contributing to procurement strategy and contract selection.
Supporting the management of payment applications and interim valuations.
Measuring quantities on‑site or from drawings to assess progress.
Value completed work and prepare cost reports.
Tracking project costs.
Identifying risks and opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
Compiling monthly cost reports, profit/loss summaries and financial dashboards.
PMCM Buildings The PMCM Buildings Team focuses on properties and buildings across many sectors including local authorities, residential, education, central government and commercial sectors.
Within our team we are looking for Graduate Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors and Building Surveyors to join us.
Day‑to‑day activities:
Planning of Projects.
Monitoring project progress against the schedule.
Managing risks.
Supporting engagement with stakeholders.
Developing cost estimates and tracking costs.
Supporting the management of contracts.
PMCM Programme Solutions Be part of WSP’s Project Controls team, where you’ll help deliver projects that transform cities, infrastructure and lives. We work across a variety of sectors including Rail, Energy and highways.
Responsibilities:
Assist in maintaining and updating project schedules using industry-standard tools.
Support document control processes, ensuring accuracy and version management.
Prepare performance reports (cost, schedule, KPIs) for project and client teams.
Contribute to the development of dashboards and analytics for project controls.
Work closely with delivery teams to ensure data-driven decision making.
Graduate Development Programme Our two‑year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programme includes core business and professional skills training, career development workshops and networking opportunities, and mentoring for professional registration. It supports chartered status with professional bodies such as ICE, APM or RICS.
What We’re Looking For
Graduated with at least a 2:1 in a master’s or bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.
Pass a full application, including an online skill enabler assessment.
Availability to start in April or September 2026.
Passion for project management or surveying.
A desire for the built environment, infrastructure and economy.
Professional engagement with clients, stakeholders and colleagues.
Keen to develop tailored solutions for unique project needs.
Enthusiasm for creativity and problem solving.
Ability to inspire and share new ideas.
Application & Selection We review applications for our Early Career opportunities on a rolling basis, which means we can progress some candidates before the closing date. Submit as early as possible to ensure full consideration.
Inclusive Working & EEO Statement 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 interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Let us know if you need workplace adjustments.
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We are looking for graduates for our PMCM team, who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects.
We are recruiting for Graduates in the following teams and locations:
PMCM – Civils Infrastructure & Utilities: London, Manchester or Birmingham
PMCM – Rail: Leeds or Manchester
PMCM – Buildings: London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Belfast, Manchester, Sheffield, Cardiff or Bristol
PMCM - Programme Solutions: UK Wide
About your role and the team…
Working as a Graduate Project Manager or Quantity Surveyor in our PMCM teams will mean working on exciting and innovative projects in the UK and around the world. Our team of 450 people are based across all regions of the UK predominantly based in the London, Birmingham, Manchester, Sheffield, Cardiff, Glasgow and Belfast offices. We work as a partner to our clients from the feasibility stage, through design and into procurement and construction stages of projects.
Projects
Network Rail Enhancement Programmes
Transport for Manchester Metro Schemes, Dublin Metrolink, HS2, East West Rail & Trans Pennine route upgrade
Parliament - Cast Iron Roofs Replacement, CCTV and Westminster Hall
DfE School Replacement Programme
University of Southampton
Scottish Power Property
Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service’s Learning and Development Centre
22 Bishopsgate
Heathrow Terminal 2B
Eden Project North (Morecambe)
Aston Villa Stadium Redevelopment
PMCM Civils Infrastructure & Utilities The PMCM Civil Infrastructure and Utilities Team focuses on the Roads, Aviation, Defence, Industrial, Water and Energy sectors. Within our team we are looking for Graduate Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors to join us.
As a Project Manager within our team, you can expect a rich, structured and fast-paced journey that blends technical development with real-world impact. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team that transforms ideas into reality across engineering, environmental consulting, and infrastructure. You’ll contribute directly, managing timelines, budgets, risks and stakeholder relationships, whilst learning how to lead.
Day‑to‑day activities could include:
Project Support & Coordination.
Assist in planning, scheduling and monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and assisting in developing mitigation strategies.
Help prepare project documentation, reports and presentations.
Attend client meetings and support communication between internal teams, clients and external stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure smooth collaboration.
Support financial monitoring and reporting and help ensure projects stay within budget, flag any variances.
Assist with managing contracts under frameworks like NEC or bespoke agreements.
Learn how to interpret and apply contract terms in real scenarios.
Ensure project activities align with WSP’s quality management systems and promote health, safety and sustainability across all phases.
As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor in this team, you’ll support the commercial and financial management of construction and infrastructure projects across transport, water and defence. You’ll be involved with cost planning, procurement, contract administration and value engineering.
Day‑to‑day activities could include:
Assisting in preparing initial cost estimates and budgets for construction projects.
Supporting feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.
Helping draft tender documents and evaluate contractor bids.
Contributing to procurement strategy and contract selection.
Monitoring contract variations and ensuring accurate documentation.
Supporting the management of payment applications and interim valuations.
Measuring quantities on‑site or from drawings to assess progress.
Value completed work and prepare cost reports.
Track project costs and assist in forecasting final account values.
Identify risks and opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
Attend meetings with clients and contractors.
Provide commercial advice and updates on project financials.
Compile monthly cost reports, profit/loss summaries and financial dashboards.
Maintain accurate records of project changes and commercial decisions.
PMCM Rail As a Graduate Project Manager in the PMCM Rail team you will be involved in the delivery of complex rail projects of regional, national and international significance. You will assist in the integration of multidisciplinary design teams, ensuring project delivery safely, of a high-quality, timely, and budget‑compliant.
Day‑to‑day activities could include:
Assisting the Project Manager in developing detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, and risk management.
Monitoring project progress, identifying potential issues, and implementing corrective actions.
Assisting the Project Manager in managing project budgets, including cost estimation, tracking, and reporting.
Reviewing project expenditures and invoices.
Managing changes and delays affecting the project and ensuring these are resolved or mitigated accordingly.
Dealing with RFIs, early warnings, and general communications to reduce project risk and ensure successful project delivery.
As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor in the PMCM Rail team you will support the commercial and financial management of these projects.
Day‑to‑day activities could include:
Assisting in preparing initial cost estimates and budgets for construction projects.
Supporting feasibility studies and value engineering exercises.
Contributing to procurement strategy and contract selection.
Supporting the management of payment applications and interim valuations.
Measuring quantities on‑site or from drawings to assess progress.
Value completed work and prepare cost reports.
Tracking project costs.
Identifying risks and opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
Compiling monthly cost reports, profit/loss summaries and financial dashboards.
PMCM Buildings The PMCM Buildings Team focuses on properties and buildings across many sectors including local authorities, residential, education, central government and commercial sectors.
Within our team we are looking for Graduate Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors and Building Surveyors to join us.
Day‑to‑day activities:
Planning of Projects.
Monitoring project progress against the schedule.
Managing risks.
Supporting engagement with stakeholders.
Developing cost estimates and tracking costs.
Supporting the management of contracts.
PMCM Programme Solutions Be part of WSP’s Project Controls team, where you’ll help deliver projects that transform cities, infrastructure and lives. We work across a variety of sectors including Rail, Energy and highways.
Responsibilities:
Assist in maintaining and updating project schedules using industry-standard tools.
Support document control processes, ensuring accuracy and version management.
Prepare performance reports (cost, schedule, KPIs) for project and client teams.
Contribute to the development of dashboards and analytics for project controls.
Work closely with delivery teams to ensure data-driven decision making.
Graduate Development Programme Our two‑year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programme includes core business and professional skills training, career development workshops and networking opportunities, and mentoring for professional registration. It supports chartered status with professional bodies such as ICE, APM or RICS.
What We’re Looking For
Graduated with at least a 2:1 in a master’s or bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject.
Pass a full application, including an online skill enabler assessment.
Availability to start in April or September 2026.
Passion for project management or surveying.
A desire for the built environment, infrastructure and economy.
Professional engagement with clients, stakeholders and colleagues.
Keen to develop tailored solutions for unique project needs.
Enthusiasm for creativity and problem solving.
Ability to inspire and share new ideas.
Application & Selection We review applications for our Early Career opportunities on a rolling basis, which means we can progress some candidates before the closing date. Submit as early as possible to ensure full consideration.
Inclusive Working & EEO Statement 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 interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Let us know if you need workplace adjustments.
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