Associate/Technical Director – Pavement Asset Management

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

WSP My Hour

Chartership support

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Associate/Technical Director in Pavement Asset Management to lead and shape asset management strategies across highways and other sectors. You will advise clients on long-term capital investment, lifecycle planning, regulatory compliance and data-driven decision-making, working with governments and private sector partners.

You will manage multidisciplinary teams, drive innovation, and integrate EAM/CMMS/DST tools to improve asset performance while fostering a high-performance,

Qualifications

• Extensive pavement asset management planning and engineering experience.
• Experience leading business development and large project teams.
• Knowledge of ISO 55000 and lifecycle/investment planning.
• Familiar with Pavement standards such as DMRB, MCHW and AASHTO.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of pavement asset management frameworks for clients across infrastructure sectors.
• Provide technical leadership on complex projects and risk-based decision-making.
• Lead analytical staff to inform long-term capital investment programmes.
• Advise clients on best practices and data-driven asset management solutions.
• Oversee tenders to produce high-quality submissions.
• Integrate EAM/CMMS/DSTs to enhance asset performance and resilience.
• Mentor consultants and ensure SH&W compliance.

Skills

Asset management

Project leadership

Client engagement

Communication skills

Education

BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng or equivalent

Chartered or Incorporated

Tools

EAM systems

CMMS

DSTs

Pavement systems

Job description

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…

Our Strategic Asset Management team is growing, working across sectors providing advisory and consultancy services to road, rail, aviation, local government and energy clients. As an Associate/Technical Director in Pavement Asset Management, you will be a recognised subject matter expert, responsible for leading and shaping asset management strategies across highways and other sectors. Your role will be fundamental in advising clients on long-term capital investment planning, lifecycle modelling, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision‑making. You will work with senior executives, government agencies, and private sector clients to deliver high‑impact consulting and technical solutions that improve asset performance and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of pavement asset management frameworks for clients across infrastructure and other sectors (e.g. highways, aviation, maritime, defence).
• Provide technical leadership on complex projects, applying expertise in risk-based decision-making, whole-life asset planning, information management and regulatory compliance.
• Lead analytical staff and technical experts to inform long-term capital investment programmes.
• Work with clients to understand how they currently manage their assets and how they would like to manage their assets in the future.
• Advise client and stakeholders on best practices, business transformation and data-driven asset management solutions.
• Lead and manage tenders to support the production of high-quality winning submissions.
• Act as a lead advisor, ensuring the integration of technology (Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) systems, Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) or Decision Support Tools (DSTs) to enhance asset performance and resilience.
• Oversee and manage consulting projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and exceed client expectations.
• Drive innovation by identifying opportunities for process improvement, adoption of new technology and development of sustainability initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, representing WSP externally in professional societies, conferences and industry forums.
• Mentor and develop a team of consultants, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture and ensuring all safety, health and well‑being (SH&W) requirements are met.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Extensive experience in pavement asset management planning and engineering, infrastructure consulting, or a related field, with a proven track record in business development and project leadership.
• A demonstrable experience and understanding of pavement asset management practices and theory, and business strategy.
• A strong expertise in ISO 55000, asset lifecycle planning, investment planning, risk-based asset management strategies and digital transformation in asset management.
• Broad knowledge of the Pavement-specific standards, including DMRB, MCHW and AASHTO, other international standards will also be considered.
• Leadership and decision‑making skills, with the ability to manage large-scale, high-impact projects and advise senior leadership.
• The capability to engage and present to clients the creative and innovative development of engineering technology, contributing to continuous improvement systems.
• Excellent communication skills to convey new concepts and ideas to technical and non-technical colleagues effectively, both verbally and in writing, including in presentations.
• Experience of working with asset data systems, including configuring or specifying EAM, CMMS and DSTs. Knowledge of Pavement-specific systems preferable.
• Strong project management skills, having delivered tasks or projects that include planning, managing and completing deliverables.
• A strong network within the highways, or broader infrastructure industry. Including National Highways and UK Local Highways Authorities.
• Focus on Academic/research/higher education engagement encouraged.
• Professional registration, such as being Chartered or Incorporated.
• A desire to work and collaborate in a variety of styles: in large teams, small teams and independently; both online and in person.
• A BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng or equivalent in a relevant discipline.

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?

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.