Technical Director

OverviewRead the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.Technical Director - Hydrogeology Lead role at WSP in the UK & Ireland.What you will doLead the technical delivery of projects covering all aspects of water resources hydrogeology, groundwater modelling, groundwater flooding, monitoring and groundwater quality.Project direction including financial and change control and quality assurance through checking and reviewing.Mentor, develop and supervise junior colleagues with opportunities for formal people management. Work with the Technical Lead in SWMC to develop a programme of hydrogeology training.Collaborate with the team and the current Hydrogeology and Groundwater Services Lead to develop and agree scopes of services.Generate high quality bid proposals and develop innovative solutions to meet client needs.Undertake and supervise the production of high quality client- and public-facing deliverables, with strong communication and the ability to present the visualization and interpretation of complex data.Work collaboratively with other sectors/disciplines to deliver the hydrogeological aspects of a wide range of challenging projects, including collaboration with hydrogeologists in Ground & Water, EIA and Mining Teams.Promote a safety-first attitude in line with WSP's health and safety policy and procedures.What we are looking forGroundwater and Water Resources modelling to support water resource estimation and management, as well as environmental impact assessment.A strong understanding of UK hydrogeology and the regulatory framework of UK water management.Strong project management and direction skills, with experience of delivering projects from start to finish; framework management is desirable.Clear understanding of client needs, opportunities and challenges, with a track record of leading and winning work.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence at all levels, especially in the technical development of junior staff.Strong commercial awareness with experience in identifying and developing business opportunities and preparing winning proposals.Excellent report-writing, technical review, numerical and analytical skills, with attention to detail and problem-solving in hydrogeological/hydrological contexts.QualificationsMSc in Hydrogeology combined with a BSc in a related discipline (e.g., geology, geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, environmental science).You will have gained, or be working towards chartership with a relevant professional body.We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our aim is to create positive, long-lasting impacts on communities through innovation, integrity and inclusion. Our dedicated teams in the UK and Ireland work with government departments, water companies and other sectors to deliver a broad range of projects.What’s in it for youWork-life balance with hybrid working policy (two days a week from home) and collaboration in modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity and belonging with a culture that values diversity and supports employee resource groups.Health & wellbeing programmes, including Thrive, Virtual GP services, workplace adjustments, gym membership support and menopause resources.Flexible working arrangements and options to purchase additional leave; ability to use bank holidays flexibly.Development opportunities, mentoring and Chartership support.EEO statement: We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and will provide workplace adjustments as needed. xpwpeyx Location: Reading, England, United Kingdom.#J-18808-Ljbffr