Associate Director - Wastewater Network Modelling

WSP; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Associate Director to shape the future of our water environment. You will guide our urban drainage modelling capability, drive technical delivery, and strengthen client relationships with water companies across the UK.

You will join a 350-strong UK water team, supported by our Global Water Team, with opportunities to lead, develop others, and influence innovation on landmark projects worldwide.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree and chartered, or significantly progressed on your journey in pursuing qualification with ICE, IEI, IoW or CIWEM
• Experience of wastewater hydraulic modelling (InfoWorks ICM) and ability to check outputs before issue
• Knowledge of Water Industry Specifications, Code of Practice for the Hydraulic Modelling of Urban Drainage Systems and relevant British Standards
• Good presentation, written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of our urban drainage modelling capability
• Support the team lead with day-to-day management of our technical delivery team
• Provide authoritative technical input on urban drainage projects
• Apply independent professional judgement to solve complex engineering challenges
• Build strong client relationships and facilitate project meetings
• Contribute to business development and proposals
• Represent WSP in industry forums and conferences
• Share knowledge to develop the wider water team

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Innovation mindset

Education

Relevant degree

Chartered or progressing towards ICE/IEI/IoW/CIWEM

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

Job description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A little more about your role…

At WSP, we’re investing in talented leaders who want to shape the future of our water environment. As an Associate Director, you’ll play a key role in guiding our teams, strengthening our technical capability, and influencing how we deliver industry-leading outcomes for our clients. This is not just another project delivery role; it's a genuine opportunity to broaden your impact, deepen your technical expertise, and help steer the direction of a high-performing and growing discipline working with clients such as Severn Trent, Scottish Water Horizons, Welsh Water, and Southern Water. There is a real opportunity for progression by combining your technical and industry knowledge with the right behaviours to encourage and develop others.

You will be part of an award winning water team within a network of 350 professionals across the UK, supported by our Global Water Team. To find out more about our Water business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Water Resilience | Stronger Together | WSP

What you’ll do

• Lead the development of our urban drainage modelling capability, ensuring the team remains ahead of the curve on evolving methods, tools, and standards


• Support the team lead with the day-to-day management of our technical delivery team


• Provide authoritative technical input on urban drainage projects, working closely with our wastewater team to support innovative and efficient project delivery


• Apply independent professional judgement to solve complex engineering challenges and drive innovation


• Build strong, trusted client relationships and facilitate internal and external project meetings


• Contribute to business development, proposals, and strategic growth opportunities


• Represent WSP in industry forums and conferences


• Share knowledge widely, contributing to the development of the wider water team

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A relevant degree and chartered, or significantly progressed on your journey in pursuing qualification with ICE, IEI, IoW or CIWEM


• Able to demonstrate clear and successful experience of wastewater hydraulic modelling (InfoWorks ICM) and an ability to check the technical outputs of others prior to issue


• A good working knowledge of Water Industry Specifications, Code of Practice for the Hydraulic Modelling of Urban Drainage Systems and relevant British Standards


• Good presentation, written and verbal communication skills

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?