Associate Director, MEP, Rail

WSP; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Associate Director MEP (Rail) to oversee MEP Building Services for major railway projects. This role involves leading a design team and engaging closely with clients to ensure technical delivery throughout project stages. The right candidate will enjoy opportunities for career growth in a supportive environment that champions work-life balance and inclusivity.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Health & Wellbeing

Inclusivity & Belonging

Flexibility in working hours

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in leading an MEP building services design team in the Rail environment.
• Qualifications for Chartership with a UK Engineering Institution.
• Understanding of HS2, Network Rail and/or London Underground standards.

Responsibilities

• Leading Rail stations M&E design team.
• Liaising with Clients and Contractors on M&E design.
• Maintaining contractual and commercial awareness.

Skills

Leading MEP design team

Client liaison

Technical delivery

Understanding of building regulations

Knowledge of Rail systems

Education

Qualifications meeting Chartership requirements

Job description

A little about your role

As part of WSP's Rail Station team, you will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and prestigious projects in the world. WSP is currently involved in numerous Network Rail, HS2, and Transport for London projects which will reshape the landscape of the rail industry and leave a legacy for the century to come. The MEP team is part of a multi-disciplinary rail consultancy, a tight-knit group delivering some of the largest and most complex buildings in the world.

The Stations team within WSP's Rail business is actively seeking an Associate Director MEP (Rail) to lead teams delivering Rail MEP Building Services for major railway projects. The role includes all aspects of technical delivery from concept to RIBA 4 / GRIP 5 stages, client engagement and internal multi-disciplinary coordination. The team offers excellent opportunities for the right candidate to enhance their career and deliver some of the most prestigious Rail Projects in the UK and overseas.

Responsibilities

• Leading Rail stations M&E design team.
• Liaising with the Client / Contractors on M&E design.
• Becoming the focal point between the Client Team and the WSP Design team.
• Working closely with the M&E Design team to resolve design issues.
• Leading and developing a team of M&E engineers.
• Applying knowledge of Rail stations Mechanical, Electrical and Public health systems; added advantage of Telecoms and Fire systems.
• Working knowledge of Building Regulations, Part L and other MEP sustainable and Net Zero design requirements.
• Supporting WSP's and client net zero carbon commitments through highly sustainable, low-carbon design.
• Sharing knowledge and technical skills within the wider WSP network and delivering high-quality construction engineering solutions.
• Interpreting client specifications and various standards in design development.
• Maintaining contractual and commercial awareness of Employer's Instructions, Early Warnings and other contractual communications.

You will be involved in delivering major railway project design with opportunities to grow within a supportive culture and a wide range of prestigious projects.

A little more about your team

• Work closely with like-minded individuals on exciting and challenging projects.
• Rail Station MEP team comprises more than 100 mechanical, electrical and public health engineers.
• Join a team of professionally qualified, diverse, talented individuals who collaborate to undertake project work across the design lifecycle.
• Deliver projects for Network Rail, HS2, TfL, Transport for The North, TfGM, Nexus, Local Authorities, Principal Contractors, and Private Developers.

Reporting to the MEP Service Lead of our stations team, you will have the opportunity to work on some of the most exciting and challenging multi-disciplinary Rail stations projects around the world. Our office provides a quality, flexible and dynamic working space focused on health and wellbeing, with cutting-edge design and collaborative spaces.

What we would want you to demonstrate

• Experience of leading an MEP building services design team in the Rail environment during Design and Construction stages.
• Qualifications meeting the requirements for Chartership with a UK Engineering Institution.
• Understanding of:
  • requirements of HS2, Network Rail and/or London Underground standards
  • M&E Building services design requirements in Rail or a similar regulated environment
  • Working with M&E Clients / Contractors during Initial Design, Detailed Design and preferably construction stage

Why join us

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.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

What’s in it for you?

• Work-life balance
  Our hybrid policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week and opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging
  We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences and support a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
• Health & Wellbeing
  Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex and menopause support.
• Flex your time
  WSP My Hour allows one hour per day for personal activities, with flexible time adjustments. Part-time and flexible working arrangements, extra leave options and bank holiday adjustments are available.
• Your development
  We invest in growth through training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.

#WeAreWSP

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 interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and will provide workplace adjustments on request.