Associate Director, Power Systems – Birmingham Lead

WSP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Birmingham is seeking an Associate/Associate Director to lead the Power Systems (Energy) practice. You will own the local team's performance, development and growth while contributing to the UK Power Systems practice.

This senior role requires deep technical expertise and proven commercial acumen, with responsibility for delivery and growth across the Birmingham portfolio. You will oversee studies, client relationships and multi-disciplinary opportunities, while championing delivery

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems specialization.
• Solid experience in power systems and leading teams on complex projects.
• Established UK energy sector network and client relationships.
• Proven commercial experience: winning work, budgeting and growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead Birmingham power systems studies delivery with quality and schedule.
• Act as Project Director on a portfolio, providing technical assurance.
• Drive development of new methodologies, tools and scripts.
• Lead recruitment, staff development, mentoring and performance.
• Foster client relationships and secure pipeline; grow service offerings.

Skills

Leadership

Project Director experience

Commercial acumen

Team development

Client relationships

Power systems expertise

Education

Electrical Engineering degree - Power Systems

Postgraduate qualification preferred

Job description

WSP in Birmingham is seeking an Associate/Associate Director to lead the Power Systems (Energy) practice. You will own the local team's performance, development and growth while contributing to the UK Power Systems practice.

This senior role requires deep technical expertise and proven commercial acumen, with responsibility for delivery and growth across the Birmingham portfolio. You will oversee studies, client relationships and multi-disciplinary opportunities, while championing delivery