Senior Structural Director, Energy Infrastructure (Hybrid)

WSP; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career progression

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Technical Director to lead the structural engineering aspects of major energy infrastructure projects in the UK. You will guide design delivery, drive technical excellence, and manage multi-disciplinary teams across substations, OHL, and power stations.

The role offers hybrid working, opportunities for leadership across national projects, and collaboration within a global consultancy. You will mentor engineers and engage clients to ensure delivery excellence.

Qualifications

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a recognized professional body.
• Significant experience in structural engineering design and project leadership.
• Experience in substations, transmission and distribution, OHL projects, or power stations.
• Strong commercial awareness and client-facing skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the structural design and delivery of complex energy infrastructure projects.
• Provide strategic input into project planning, resourcing, and risk management.
• Deliver structural solutions for substations, transmission and distribution facilities, OHL structures, and power stations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians.
• Contribute to business development, bids and client presentations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and sustainable design solutions.
• Support the development of best practices, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.

Skills

Chartered Engineer

Structural design

Project leadership

Client-facing

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CEng (Chartered Engineer)

Job description

WSP is seeking a Technical Director to lead the structural engineering aspects of major energy infrastructure projects in the UK. You will guide design delivery, drive technical excellence, and manage multi-disciplinary teams across substations, OHL, and power stations.

The role offers hybrid working, opportunities for leadership across national projects, and collaboration within a global consultancy. You will mentor engineers and engage clients to ensure delivery excellence.