Technical Director - Asset Intelligence

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Thrive programme

Chartership support

Disability Confident recruitment

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Technical Director in Asset Intelligence to drive asset information strategy, data integration and decision-support solutions across road, rail, aviation, local government and energy sectors. You will lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver value-focused insights and develop roadmaps for mature asset intelligence capabilities.

You will mentor consultants, manage high-impact projects and help expand WSP's asset intelligence capability while ensuring SH&W

Qualifications

• Significant experience in asset management and analytics.
• Experience with lifecycle decision-making and investment planning.
• Knowledge of data governance and information quality.
• Experience with forecasting, risk modelling or deterioration modelling.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset intelligence strategies and roadmaps.
• Develop dashboards, risk and forecasting models.
• Advise clients on data governance and system integration.
• Manage consulting assignments with quality, on time and budget.
• Mentor and develop a consulting team.

Skills

Asset management

Data governance

Forecasting models

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

ISO 55000

Education

BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng in a relevant discipline

Tools

EAM systems

CMMS

DSTs

Geospatial data

Job description

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About Your Role…

Our Strategic Asset Management team is growing, working across sectors providing advisory and consultancy services to road, rail, aviation, local government and energy clients. As a Technical Director in Asset Intelligence, you will help clients make timely, evidence-based and value-focused decisions across the asset lifecycle. You will combine asset data, analysis, engineering knowledge and decision-support processes to understand performance and risk, anticipate outcomes and identify effective interventions. Working with multidisciplinary teams, you will define asset intelligence strategies, assess current capabilities, develop improvement roadmaps and implement integrated solutions spanning information management, analytics, forecasting, reporting and digital systems to improve planning and performance.

• Assess client maturity across asset data, analytics, systems, governance, people and decision processes.
• Lead the development of asset intelligence strategies and implementation roadmaps.
• Translate asset management and business needs into clear information, analytical and technology requirements.
• Integrate asset, condition, performance, cost, maintenance and risk data to support decision-making.
• Lead the development of dashboards, risk and forecasting models and decision-support solutions.
• Embed asset intelligence into lifecycle planning, investment prioritisation, maintenance and operational processes.
• Advise clients on data quality, information governance, asset information requirements and system integration.
• Manage consulting assignments, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget.
• Build client relationships, support business development and develop WSP's asset intelligence capability.
• Mentor and develop a team of consultants, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture and ensuring all safety, health and well-being (SH&W) requirements are met.
• Opportunity to develop the team further through networking across our wider teams.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• Significant experience in asset management, asset information, infrastructure analytics, digital asset management and lifecycle decision-making.
• Knowledge of asset performance, risk-based planning, investment prioritisation and whole-life value.
• Experience working with asset, condition, performance, maintenance, cost, risk and geospatial data.
• Understanding of data governance, information quality, metadata and information assurance.
• Experience with forecasting, scenario analysis, deterioration modelling, risk modelling or optimisation.
• A strong expertise in ISO 55000, asset lifecycle planning, investment planning, risk-based asset management strategies and digital transformation in asset management.
• Leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage large-scale, high-impact projects and advise senior leadership.
• Excellent communication skills to convey new concepts and ideas to technical and non-technical colleagues effectively, both verbally and in writing, including in presentations.
• Experience of working with asset data systems, including configuring or specifying EAM, CMMS and DSTs.
• Strong project management skills, having delivered tasks or projects that include planning, managing and completing deliverables.
• A strong network within the transportation, highways, or broader infrastructure industry.
• Professional registration, such as being Chartered or Incorporated.
• A desire to work and collaborate in a variety of styles: in large teams, small teams and independently; both online and in person.
• A BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng or equivalent in a relevant discipline.

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

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 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 11,000 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 resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

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 quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as 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.

Your development

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.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, 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.