Soil Science Director — Lead UK Team (Hybrid)

WSP Global Inc.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Thrive programme

Virtual GP service

Gymflex scheme

Chartership support

Flexible working hours

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. seeks an Associate Director / Technical Director Soil Scientist to lead our growing soils team across the UK. You will develop soil strategy, manage projects, mentor staff and drive client delivery with senior colleagues.

This role offers hybrid working, flexible travel, and opportunities to shape environmental solutions across energy, infrastructure and development projects while expanding our consultancy footprint and building strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Degree in Soil Science or related field with 10+ years' experience.
• Consultancy experience with UK policies and guidance.
• Experience leading and growing a team.
• Strong Health & Safety discipline with CDM awareness.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Registered with a professional body (e.g. British Society Soil Science) and ideally chartered.
• Knowledge of UK environmental legislation and agricultural practice.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the soil team, expanding capabilities and client base.
• Lead project delivery across the UK, assist in fee proposals and business development.
• Mentor junior staff and share knowledge across environmental disciplines.

Skills

Soil science

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Health & Safety/CDM

Stakeholder liaison

Team development

Education

Degree in Soil Science or related field

Job description

WSP Global Inc. seeks an Associate Director / Technical Director Soil Scientist to lead our growing soils team across the UK. You will develop soil strategy, manage projects, mentor staff and drive client delivery with senior colleagues.

This role offers hybrid working, flexible travel, and opportunities to shape environmental solutions across energy, infrastructure and development projects while expanding our consultancy footprint and building strong client relationships.