Associate Director, Urban Wastewater Modelling & Strategy

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Thrive programme

GymFlex benefits

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Associate Director to lead urban drainage modelling within our water team, shaping technical delivery and client engagement. You will guide a growing, high-performing discipline across UK projects and collaborate with Severn Trent, Scottish Water Horizons, and other clients.

We value Chartered engineers, strong hydraulic modelling experience (InfoWorks ICM), and the ability to develop teams, drive innovation, and contribute to business growth. Hybrid working is supported.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree and chartered, or progress toward ICE/IEI/IoW/CIWEM.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of urban drainage modelling capability and keep ahead of evolving methods, tools and standards.
• Support day-to-day management of the technical delivery team.
• Provide authoritative input on urban drainage projects and collaborate with the wastewater team.
• Apply independent judgement to solve complex engineering challenges and drive innovation.
• Build strong client relationships and facilitate project meetings.
• Contribute to business development, proposals and growth opportunities.
• Represent WSP in industry forums and conferences.
• Share knowledge to develop the wider water team.

Skills

InfoWorks ICM

Presentation skills

Water standards knowledge

Education

Engineering degree & chartered

Job description

WSP is seeking an Associate Director to lead urban drainage modelling within our water team, shaping technical delivery and client engagement. You will guide a growing, high-performing discipline across UK projects and collaborate with Severn Trent, Scottish Water Horizons, and other clients.

We value Chartered engineers, strong hydraulic modelling experience (InfoWorks ICM), and the ability to develop teams, drive innovation, and contribute to business growth. Hybrid working is supported.