Technical Director

2 weeks ago


Glasgow, United Kingdom WSP Full time

Technical Director (Roads) WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm, seeks a senior technical director to lead project delivery and technical excellence for our highways portfolio. Responsibilities Taking responsibility for the management and leadership of project teams to deliver project scope. Visible leadership of health, safety and wellbeing. Managing project risk and opportunity to ensure effective coordination of multi‑disciplinary working. Managing resources effectively and efficiently to meet fluctuating workloads. Working with clients and design teams to deliver compliant designs on time and within budget, meeting CDM, QA and technical review requirements. Leading the design process and encouraging the rest of the team to deliver appropriate and cost‑effective solutions to the agreed programme; supporting less‑experienced people through technical reviews, mentoring and advice. Participating in tender bids and business development opportunities as they arise. Developing relationships with other WSP teams to utilise additional resources required. Agreeing fees and managing the commercial position on projects. Setting the leadership and management tone in the business unit to ensure a fair, supportive and passionate culture. Understanding the business’s operations in relation to large frameworks; influencing the leadership and management of major framework programmes of work including working capital, resource management, margin monitoring and client relations. Qualifications Experience of project management and technical delivery lead of highly complex highway schemes, with detailed experience of local and national highways procedures essential. Proven knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of highway‑related projects, including new build, maintenance and assessment of roads infrastructure. Proven working knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCDHW) in relation to highway projects. Benefits Work‑life balance: Hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week with opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK. Inclusivity & Belonging: WSP welcomes applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, celebrating integrity and treating everyone with respect. Health & Wellbeing: Thrive programme, virtual GP service, gymflex scheme, menopause support package and reasonable workplace adjustments. Flex your time: “WSP My Hour” allows one hour each day for personal activities, with flexibility to make up the time. Other Information Seniority level: Director Employment type: Part‑time Job function: Information Technology Industry: Professional Services EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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