Associate Director Flood Risk/Drainage Engineer (Development)

WSP; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Associate Director in London to provide technical leadership and manage design teams. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality projects, mentor junior staff, and engage with key clients to ensure their needs are met. This position offers the opportunity to work on significant infrastructure projects, champion health and safety practices, and contribute to the advancement of innovative solutions in drainage design. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and leading a talented team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer status with ICE or CIWEM required.
• Proven track record in client relationships and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams and mentor junior members while managing projects.
• Develop relationships with clients and ensure project quality.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Project Management

Drainage Design

Technical Reporting

Health and Safety Practices

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

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.

A little more about your role...

As an Associate Director based out of our London office, you will provide technical leadership to our design teams and will use your knowledge and skills to deliver the right quality to time and budget. You will use those attributes to lead design teams and to mentor and support junior team members.

In this role your responsibilities will include:

1. Develop and nurture excellent relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs are met and expectations exceeded.
2. Display strong interpersonal and communication skills, thriving both independently and as a collaborator.
3. Manage and execute projects within agreed upon timeframes and budgets.
4. Oversee a team producing Flood Risk Assessments and Drainage Strategy Reports.
5. Very proficient in detailed drainage design through to construction.
6. Lead a team in the preparation and submission of S104 applications, providing crucial drainage design support for S106 and S278 designs.
7. Utilise your comprehensive understanding of industry guidelines including NPPF, SuDS Manual, The Design and Construction Guidance, and related technical standards.
8. Review technical reports, effectively conveying complex technical information in a clear and concise manner.
9. Lead discussions with the Lead Local Flood Authorities, (LLFA), Environment Agency, (EA) and Water Authorities, (WA).
10. Champion health and safety practices within the workplace and during the design process.
11. Mentor and develop the skills of junior team members, fostering their professional growth.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate...

1. Chartered Engineer, (CEng) status with the ICE or CIWEM.
2. Proven track record in building and maintaining strong client relationships.
3. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work both independently and collaboratively.
4. Strong experience in preparing and submitting S104 applications and providing drainage design support for S106 and S278 designs.
5. Detailed knowledge of industry guidelines such as NPPF, SuDS Manual, The Design and Construction Guidance, and relevant technical standards.
6. Excellent technical reporting writing and review skills.
7. Providing strategic direction and highly visible leadership.
8. Exhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP core values.
9. Working in partnership with other colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development discipline and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation.
10. Engaging with the Technical Leadership Group, (TLG) to promote technical innovation, best practice and technological advancements for infrastructure development for major projects.
11. Supporting the Place Lead establish WSP Development in the local marketplace and raise its profile.
12. Track record in securing new workstreams and generating new business opportunities in the Development sector / market.
13. Support the Place Lead in the leadership of the Development team alongside other Senior Team Members.
14. Leadership of Development / Development Infrastructure projects.
15. Driving business development by being embedded within local networks of decision makers and establishing lasting relationships.
16. Winning work from key accounts and align the business to secure major opportunities and an increasing order book.
17. Mentoring and coaching of Mid-Career Professional's in Client Management, Project Management & leadership roles / functions.
18. Leading and support bids by contributing reviewing and authorising submissions and by demonstrating added value both commercially and technically.
19. Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensure the team complies with SHEQ, (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).

Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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