Associate Director/Technical Director - Air Quality

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an experienced Associate Director or Technical Director to join our Air Quality team. You will deliver complex air quality projects, build client relationships and contribute to the growth of our air quality services across infrastructure, development, transport, energy, industry and government sectors.

The role combines technical leadership with commercial awareness, mentoring colleagues and leading major bids within a flexible hybrid work model in the UK.

Qualifications

• Degree (BSc or above) in Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Strong technical expertise in air quality disciplines and project delivery.
• Experience managing client relationships and winning bids.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of complex air quality projects and programmes.
• Provide technical direction across air quality assessments, modelling, emissions inventories and multi-disciplinary projects.
• Act as a technical reviewer and trusted advisor on challenging commissions.
• Ensure QA/QC procedures and governance standards are applied.
• Drive technical innovation and the development of new capabilities, tools and approaches.
• Mentor and develop colleagues across the Air Quality team.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and lead or contribute to bids and proposals.
• Represent WSP in client meetings, workshops and industry events.

Skills

Air quality leadership

Client relationship management

Project delivery

QA/QC procedures

Education

BSc or above in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

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.

About The Role

WSP is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Associate Director or Technical Director to join our growing Air Quality team. We are looking for an established technical specialist with a strong reputation in the air quality sector, capable of delivering complex projects, developing client relationships and supporting the continued growth of our business.

This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK's leading air quality practices, working across a diverse portfolio of projects spanning infrastructure, development, transport, energy, industry and government, in the UK, Middle East, Asia and Europe.

The successful candidate will combine technical excellence with commercial awareness, helping to deliver high-quality solutions for clients while contributing to the growth and development of our air quality services.

Your Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead the delivery of complex air quality projects and programmes.
• Provide technical direction across air quality assessments, modelling, emissions inventories and multi-disciplinary projects.
• Act as a technical reviewer and trusted advisor on technically challenging commissions.
• Ensure the consistent application of QA/QC procedures and technical governance standards.
• Drive technical innovation and the development of new capabilities, tools and approaches.
• Mentor and develop colleagues across the Air Quality team.

Client and Business Development

• Build strong relationships with internal clients and project teams across WSP to identify collaboration opportunities and secure involvement in major infrastructure and development projects.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients across the public and private sectors.
• Identify opportunities for growth with existing and prospective clients.
• Lead or contribute to major bids, framework submissions and proposals.
• Support strategic account management and business development activities.
• Represent WSP professionally in client meetings, workshops and industry events.

Industry Leadership

• Maintain and develop an external network of clients, collaborators and industry contacts.
• Raising the profile of WSP's air quality capabilities across key sectors and markets, through conference presentations, publications and thought leadership. and using your professional network to generate opportunities and win new business.
• Support the development of WSP's reputation as a leading air quality consultancy.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree (BSc or above) in Environmental Science, Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Engineering or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong technical expertise in one or more air quality disciplines. You may have a specific sector focus or skillset and are a nationally recognised technical expertise in a specialist area of air quality.
• Experience managing and delivering complex technical projects.
• Strong understanding and practical application of QA/QC procedures.
• Experience managing client relationships and developing opportunities.
• Track record of winning and growing client accounts, preparing successful bids, proposals and tenders.
• Excellent report writing, presentation and communication skills.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and projects.
• Chartered status with an appropriate professional institution.

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.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 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 11,000 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

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.