Technical Director

2 weeks ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom WSP in the UK & Ireland Full time

Technical Director (Roads)Have you got what it takes to succeed The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.WSP is seeking a senior Technical Director for the Roads portfolio in the UK & Ireland. This role is key to delivering large complex projects or frameworks across our extensive highways network.Job DescriptionAs a senior member of our business unit, you will lead project delivery, ensure technical excellence, and grow client relationships. You will work in a fast‑paced and agile environment, delivering schemes at local and national transport levels. You are client facing and must demonstrate a track record of delivering highways schemes.A Little More About Your RoleResponsible for the management and leadership of project teams to deliver project scope.Visible leadership of health, safety and wellbeing.Manage project risk and opportunity to ensure effective coordination of multidisciplinary work.Manage resources effectively to meet fluctuating workloads.Work with clients and design teams to deliver compliant designs on time and within budget, meeting CDM, QA and technical review requirements.Lead the design process, mentor and support less experienced staff through technical reviews.Participate in tender bids and business development opportunities.Develop relationships with other WSP teams to utilise additional resources.Agree fees and manage the commercial position on projects.Set the leadership and management tone in the unit, ensuring a fair, supportive and passionate culture.Understand operations in relation to large frameworks and influence major framework programmes, working capital, resource management, margin monitoring and client relations.What We Are Looking ForExperience of project management and technical delivery lead of highly complex highway schemes, with detailed experience of local and national highways procedures.Proven knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of highways related projects, including new build, maintenance and assessment of road infrastructure.Working knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCDHW).BenefitsWork‑life balance: hybrid working policy, flexible hours, paid leave and leave purchase options.Inclusivity & belonging: a culture that values diversity and offers employee resource groups.Health & wellbeing: Thrive programme, virtual GP service, reasonable adjustments, Gymflex scheme and menopause support.Flex your time: “WSP My Hour” allowing one hour per day for personal activities.Professional development: training, mentoring and chartership opportunities.Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomEqual opportunity statement – We are a Disability Confident leader and encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, religion, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. Workplace adjustments are available upon request.#J-18808-Ljbffr



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