Graduate/Assistant Project Manager
WSP in the Middle East
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!
Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise, and working on projects that transform society for all of us.
We are seeking a Graduate/Assistant Project Manager to join our Transport & Infrastructure team in Abu Dhabi. This is an exciting opportunity for a fresh graduate or early-career professional (0-3 years of experience) to develop project management skills while working on design, master planning, and multi-disciplinary projects across the Middle East.
As part of our dynamic team, you will gain exposure to complex infrastructure projects, collaborate with senior professionals, and contribute to the successful delivery of world-class developments.
Your new role, what's involved?
What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!
WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.
As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous days annual leave, paid professional subscriptions and company shares options.
Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
Apply now and be the future of WSP!
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic.
Think bigger scale. Think higher profile. Think ground-breaking. Join WSP, and you’ll be at the heart of a team of international experts all dedicated to growing and sharing their expertise, and working on projects that transform society for all of us.
We are seeking a Graduate/Assistant Project Manager to join our Transport & Infrastructure team in Abu Dhabi. This is an exciting opportunity for a fresh graduate or early-career professional (0-3 years of experience) to develop project management skills while working on design, master planning, and multi-disciplinary projects across the Middle East.
As part of our dynamic team, you will gain exposure to complex infrastructure projects, collaborate with senior professionals, and contribute to the successful delivery of world-class developments.
Your new role, what's involved?
- Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of transport and infrastructure projects.
- Support project scheduling, budgeting, and reporting, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
- Work closely with senior project managers and technical teams to track project progress and resolve challenges.
- Engage with clients, stakeholders, and government authorities to support project coordination.
- Assist in the preparation of project documentation, reports, and presentations.
- Ensure projects comply with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
- 0-3 years of experience in project management, civil engineering, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and teamwork skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office, project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6), and AutoCAD is a plus.
- Interest in transport, infrastructure, and master planning projects.
- Familiarity with Middle East projects and regulations is advantageous.
What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!
WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.
As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous days annual leave, paid professional subscriptions and company shares options.
Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
Apply now and be the future of WSP!
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic.
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