Technical Director, Strategic Environmental Assessment

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Leeds; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Technical Director for the Infrastructure Planning and Environmental Assessment team in Leeds. The role focuses on leading and delivering environmental assessments for strategic water sector plans, including WRMPs, DPs and DWMPs, while growing the business and shaping our environmental offerings.

You will work with a diverse team of specialists to ensure sustainable water resources planning, embed sustainability in decision making, and drive

Qualifications

• Experience leading Strategic Environmental Assessments, including coordination of related assessments such as HRA, WFD, Natural Capital, Biodiversity Net Gain.
• Strong knowledge of SEA regulatory requirements, case law and guidance.
• Ability to inform decision-making for water sector plans with environmental assessments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate delivery of environmental assessment projects for water sector plans.
• Oversee recruitment, bidding, project team management and financial performance.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and identify opportunities for growth.
• Drive development of innovative techniques such as Digital SEA and automated assessments.
• Promote team culture, provide leadership across the group and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Contribute to business development through proposals, strategic bids and frameworks.
• Represent the firm at conferences and client meetings to expand opportunities.

Skills

People management

Environmental assessment

Bid management

Client engagement

Project leadership

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Technical Director for the Infrastructure Planning and Environmental Assessment team in Leeds. The role focuses on leading and delivering environmental assessments for strategic water sector plans, including WRMPs, DPs and DWMPs, while growing the business and shaping our environmental offerings.

You will work with a diverse team of specialists to ensure sustainable water resources planning, embed sustainability in decision making, and drive