Lead Soil Scientist & Associate Director (Hybrid)

WSP Global Inc.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking an Associate Director / Technical Director Soil Scientist to lead our growing soil team within the Ground & Water group. You will drive soil strategy, coordinate across environmental disciplines, and contribute to bids, project delivery, and client development across the UK.

You will oversee senior staff, collaborate with planning authorities and stakeholders, and champion health, safety, and environmental standards. Chartership and UK practice knowledge highly valued.

Qualifications

• Degree in Soil Science required with 10+ years in consultancy.
• Experience leading and growing a soil team.
• Strong communication and client liaison skills.
• Understanding of UK environmental legislation and CDM/H&S procedures.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the soil team with a focus on capability growth and client base expansion.
• Lead project delivery, bid proposals, and fee setting in the UK.
• Mentor junior staff and share knowledge across environmental disciplines.

Skills

Soil Science

Team Leadership

Communication

Client Liaison

Education

Degree in Soil Science

Job description

WSP is seeking an Associate Director / Technical Director Soil Scientist to lead our growing soil team within the Ground & Water group. You will drive soil strategy, coordinate across environmental disciplines, and contribute to bids, project delivery, and client development across the UK.

You will oversee senior staff, collaborate with planning authorities and stakeholders, and champion health, safety, and environmental standards. Chartership and UK practice knowledge highly valued.