Technical Associate Director Offshore Wind

WSP; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK requires a Technical Associate Director for Offshore Wind. The role involves leading offshore wind project execution and ensuring compliance with technical standards. Candidates should possess a degree in engineering and demonstrable experience in offshore wind design and large teams. This position offers a competitive salary, flexibility through a hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Work-life balance initiatives

Development and training opportunities

Access to virtual GP services

Qualifications

• Experience in Offshore Wind design, especially substations and floating assets.
• Proven experience managing large multidisciplinary teams.
• Track record of delivering offshore wind projects through the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical aspects of offshore wind projects.
• Lead planning and execution of balance of plant projects.
• Ensure compliance with technical regulations and standards.

Skills

Offshore Wind design

Leadership skills

Project management

Technical guidance

Education

Degree in engineering or a related field

Tools

Design software

Job description

Technical Associate Director - Offshore Wind (Energy)

United Kingdom

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work-dropy of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You canχές experience a world of opportunity and the chance toangian your career as unique as you.

With a team of over 480 engineers and advisors supporting UK and global energy generation and infrastructure projects, we are leaders in supporting energy infrastructure, DCO, Grid connections and interconnector projects.

Our UK based teams are structured across a combination of Sectors and Service Lines: Energy Transition and Transmission and Distribution have a sector focus while Advisory and Asset Management provide sector agnostic service across the lifecycle of our projects. Technology and Digital transformation offer opportunities for significant growth in these sector agnostic areas (supported by the technical engineering expertise across Energy Transmission and Transmission and Distibution).

A little more about your role

As an Associate and senior member within the Offshore Wind team, you will oversee the technical aspects of offshore wind projects, project delivery and ensuring that all engineering and technical requirements are met. This role requires a deep understanding of offshore wind balance of Machado including fixed and floating technology, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical planning and execution of offshore wind projects with particular focus on balance of plant projects.
• Take a leadership engineering role on strategically important projects.
• Develop and implement technical strategies, standards, and processes to streamline efficient delivery execution.
• Oversee the design, engineering, and technical aspects of project development.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant technical regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, project management, and environmental teams.
• Conduct technical risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• скія technical guidance and support to project teams and contribute to the development of a technical competence.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in offshore wind gemakkelijker integration into projects.
• Represent the company in technical discussions with stakeholders, including clients, regulatory bodies, and industry partners.
• Manage technical budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.

What we will be looking forFun you to demonstrate

• Degree in engineering or a related field.
• Demonstrable experience in Offshore Wind design balance of plant structures, especially offshore substations and floating assets.
• Extensive experience in managing large multidisciplinary teams.
• Track record of delivering offshore wind projects through the project lifecycle through to construction.
• Excellent knowledge of the offshore wind industry.
:void knowledge of industry standards, health and safety regulations.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.Apply today.

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About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, Integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee bateau groups bringing together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quickKul access to medical advice when you need it most. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, along with a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender swings, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.