Technical Director - Wastewater Network Modelling

WSP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Birmingham is looking for an experienced Associate Director to lead urban drainage modelling efforts. The role involves managing a technical delivery team, providing expert input on wastewater projects, and fostering strong client relationships. The ideal candidate should hold a relevant degree and be chartered or on the path to becoming chartered, with proven experience in hydraulic modelling and knowledge of relevant industry standards. The position offers an opportunity to significantly impact the discipline and work with high-profile clients.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree and chartered, or significantly progressed on your journey in pursuing qualification with ICE, IEI, IoW or CIWEM.
• Clear and successful experience of wastewater hydraulic modelling.
• A good working knowledge of Water Industry Specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of urban drainage modelling capability.
• Support the management of the technical delivery team.
• Provide technical input on urban drainage projects.

Skills

Wastewater hydraulic modelling

Technical delivery management

Client relationship management

Presentation skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Relevant degree

Chartered or pursuing qualification with ICE, IEI, IoW or CIWEM

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

Job description

At WSP, we’re investing in talented leaders who want to shape the future of our water environment. As an Associate Director, you’ll play a key role in guiding our teams, strengthening our technical capability, and influencing how we deliver industry‑leading outcomes for our clients.

This is not just another project delivery role; it’s a genuine opportunity to broaden your impact, deepen your technical expertise, and help steer the direction of a high‑performing and growing discipline working with clients such as Severn Trent, Scottish Water Horizons, Welsh Water, and Southern Water.

You will be part of an award‑winning water team within a network of 350 professionals across the UK, supported by our Global Water Team.

What you’ll do

• Lead the development of our urban drainage modelling capability, ensuring the team remains ahead of the curve on evolving methods, tools, and standards
• Support the team lead with the day-to-day management of our technical delivery team
• Provide authoritative technical input on urban drainage projects, working closely with our wastewater team to support innovative and efficient project delivery
• Apply independent professional judgement to solve complex engineering challenges and drive innovation
• Build strong, trusted client relationships and facilitate internal and external project meetings
• Contribute to business development, proposals, and strategic growth opportunities
• Represent WSP in industry forums and conferences
• Share knowledge widely, contributing to the development of the wider water team

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• A relevant degree and chartered, or significantly progressed on your journey in pursuing qualification with ICE, IEI, IoW or CIWEM
• Clear and successful experience of wastewater hydraulic modelling (InfoWorks ICM) and an ability to check the technical outputs of others prior to issue
• A good working knowledge of Water Industry Specifications, Code of Practice for the Hydraulic Modelling of Urban Drainage Systems and relevant British Standards
• Good presentation, written and verbal communication skills