The role would suit an enthusiastic individual looking to influence, lead and deliver environmental elements of large scale, complex, long-term infrastructure projects. You will have responsibility for directing and leading projects including tasks relating to recruitment, bidding, project team management, project delivery, and financial management.
You will
Play a key role in the expansion and diversification of our offer in the water sector, working alongside sector leads and client account managers to provide thought leadership and win new business.
Provide environmental advice and support to clients, project managers and colleagues.
Work with colleagues, diverse environmental specialists, clients and engineering teams to promote sustainable design and environmental enhancement.
Lead large, multiple, and complex projects, overseeing our performance on technical, quality, commercial, and health and safety.
Build relationships with clients and identifying opportunities to provide support in areas such as resourcing, programming, strategy development and project delivery.
Proactively seeking to develop new client relationships and actively seeking opportunities for marketing services and cross-selling, including presenting at conferences on behalf of WSP.
Undertake activities to secure new work, including developing proposals for complex opportunities, delivering strategic level bids and framework opportunities, and undertaking business development opportunities.
Lead on and contributing to the development of innovative techniques to shape the way we do our business whether through Digital Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), Technical Excellence, Future Ready etc.
Drive performance improvement and career advancement opportunities across team.
Promote and build team culture and be identified as a 'go to' person within the wider team, supporting others in problem solving and achieving team and business goals.
Promote an inclusive workplace, demonstrating an understanding of Health and Safety whilst living the values of our health, safety, and wellbeing culture.
Undertake actions that contribute towards the success of the WSP business strategy, whilst being self-motivated towards goals relevant to the role, team, and your projects.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate...
Experience of leading the successful delivery of environmental assessments for major water schemes e.g. Strategic Resource Options (SROs) or as part of National Significant Infrastructure Project (NSIP) planning.
Familiarity with other consenting processes such as Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA), Water Framework Directive (WFD) Assessments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong report writing and review capabilities, attention to detail, and a focus on quality assurance.
Proven people management experience and a track record of developing and upskilling internal teams.
Evidence of key market and water sector understanding, the key challenges and needs and an ability to realise the opportunities to successfully drive business growth.
Confidence engaging with clients, regulators and stakeholders
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
With us, you can. Apply today.
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