Associate/Technical Director: Urban Drainage Leader

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Virtual GP service

Gymflex scheme

Menopause support package

Additional leave options

Job summary

WSP is hiring Associate/Technical Director to shape the future of the water environment. You will guide teams, strengthen technical capability, and influence outcomes for clients such as Severn Trent and Scottish Water Horizons. This is a growth-focused role within a 350-strong UK water team.

The position offers hybrid working with opportunities for progression, Chartership support, and exposure to landmark projects globally.

Qualifications

• Degree and chartered status (or progressing) with ICE, IEI, IoW or CIWEM
• Experience of wastewater hydraulic modelling (InfoWorks ICM) and ability to check outputs
• Knowledge of Water Industry Specifications, Code of Practice for Hydraulic Modelling of Urban Drainage Systems and British Standards
• Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Urban drainage modelling

Team leadership

Technical input

Independent judgement

Client relationship

Business development

Education

Relevant degree

Chartered or progressing towards chartership

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

Job description

WSP is hiring Associate/Technical Director to shape the future of the water environment. You will guide teams, strengthen technical capability, and influence outcomes for clients such as Severn Trent and Scottish Water Horizons. This is a growth-focused role within a 350-strong UK water team.

The position offers hybrid working with opportunities for progression, Chartership support, and exposure to landmark projects globally.