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.
Due to strong and sustained growth in our Sustainable Water Management business, we are seeking an Associate Director to join our team of 300 water consultancy and engineering professionals. Applicants are invited to further strengthen our senior level technical capability in groundwater and wider water EIA and to lead the delivery of a range of project work, including planning and DCO applications for major infrastructure development.
We have a strong portfolio of major infrastructure projects such as Sizewell C nuclear power station and HyNET North West, and with clients such as National Grid, Scottish Power Energy Networks and Scottish & Southern Electricity Networks delivering significant investment in wind farm and grid refurbishment.
A little more about your role…
We are looking for an experienced professional who has interest and experience in groundwater and wider-water EIA, but also has sufficient familiarity with other groundwater-related disciplines (e.g. hydrogeological conceptualisation, groundwater modelling, water resources assessment and planning, dewatering and groundwater drainage, peat management, and/or groundwater quality) to be able to direct and lead complex projects for a range of clients.
The appointment would be at Associate Director grade, depending on experience. We can be flexible on location within the UK and offer flexible and hybrid work arrangement. Applications for part time positions are also welcome.
You will contribute to a diverse range of projects but the main focus of your work is likely to be EIA and WFD assessments and related groundwater investigations for major infrastructure projects in the UK and overseas. Your work will be varied but will include technical, management and commercial responsibilities as appropriate to your current experience. Sharing your technical expertise and mentoring others in the team will also be an important part of your role.
Responsibilities will include:
1. Playing a leading role in project delivery, including managing the interface with clients and internal stakeholders. Senior members of the team are expected to review and check the inputs of others within the business to deliver high quality technical outputs that meet client requirements. More experienced members of the team would also be expected to undertake final review and approval of documents.
2. Working with Sustainable Water Management and Earth and Environment teams to develop business opportunities and prepare successful proposals.
3. Managing or directing projects effectively, balancing programme, budget and quality requirements, and ensuring that the highest health and safety standards are adhered to.
4. Providing technical guidance, training and support to junior colleagues.
5. Playing a key role in growing WSPs technical capability, knowledge and innovation base to develop new services for our clients.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…
Skills / Experience
1. Experience working in groundwater and wider water EIA, including groundwater site investigation, hydrogeological, water supply and conservation site risk assessments, and WFD assessments, at least some of which should have been in consultancy.
2. Demonstrable experience of leading or major contributor to technical inputs and teams for successful project delivery for planning and permitting for major infrastructure projects.
3. Understanding of the WFD and its application for management of the water environment in the UK.
4. Good knowledge of the regulatory context for planning and EIA in the UK.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Practical project management experience, including management of project budgets and project teams as appropriate to your experience.
Qualifications
1. A degree in a relevant environmental, geographical, science or engineering discipline is essential.
2. Chartered status with the London Geological Society and/or CIWEM.
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About Us
We are one of the worlds leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 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.
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?
Work-life balance
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Inclusivity & Diversity
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Health & Wellbeing
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Flex your time
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