Global Maritime Technical Director

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Thrive programme

Gymflex scheme

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Technical Director to shape the future of ports, terminals and maritime infrastructure across the UK, Ireland, Europe and selected international markets.

The role offers autonomy, influencing technical strategy, mentoring leaders, and driving growth within WSP's Maritime business.

You will lead major programmes with senior clients, ensuring safe, robust, commercially successful outcomes across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering and leading major maritime, terminal or infrastructure programmes.
• Proven accountability for engineering decisions and client relations.
• External profile in ports/maritime with industry engagement.

Responsibilities

• Act as Project Director or senior technical sponsor for major maritime port and terminal programmes.
• Define technical vision and delivery strategy for large infrastructure projects.
• Provide multidisciplinary oversight across maritime civil, geotechnical, coastal, structural, electrical and environmental disciplines.
• Lead governance, risk, QA/QC and commercial controls across projects.

Skills

Maritime leadership

Project Director leadership

Client leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng) status

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Technical Director to shape the future of ports, terminals and maritime infrastructure across the UK, Ireland, Europe and selected international markets.

The role offers autonomy, influencing technical strategy, mentoring leaders, and driving growth within WSP's Maritime business.

You will lead major programmes with senior clients, ensuring safe, robust, commercially successful outcomes across the project lifecycle.