Technical Director - Transport Planning

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Naas; Hybrid; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Flexible working arrangements

Career development & Chartership

Job summary

WSP is seeking an experienced Technical Director/Director to lead and grow our Transport & Mobility Planning practice in Ireland. The role involves strategic leadership, mentoring high-performing teams and expanding our market presence across Ireland and broader UK/Europe projects.

You will work closely with leadership to drive growth, client engagement and cross-disciplinary collaboration, shaping sustainable transport solutions for communities across Ireland.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading and growing transport planning teams in Ireland.
• Extensive experience delivering complex transport planning projects including business case development and modelling.
• Established relationships with clients and stakeholders across Ireland’s transport sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Transport Planning business in Ireland.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and industry partners; identify growth opportunities.
• Lead business development activities, including winning major commissions and shaping proposals.
• Act as a trusted advisor on transport planning and mobility challenges.
• Oversee delivery of high-profile transport projects and drive innovation across teams.

Skills

Leadership

Transport planning

Business development

Client relationship management

Strategic thinking

Job description

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 of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A Little More About Your Role…

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Technical Director or Director to join and develop our Transport & Mobility Planning team in Ireland. WSP deliver a wide range of transport planning projects for our clients, as well as an extensive portfolio of multi-disciplinary and cross-sector services, including (but not limited to): active travel solutions; public transport network planning; scheme development and appraisal; business case development and Government funding applications for all types of transport schemes; economic appraisal; carbon appraisal and management; consultation and engagement and transport strategy and policy development. We are continuing to grow across Ireland, and this role will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of our Transport & Mobility business. Working closely with our leadership team, you will be responsible for driving growth, strengthening client relationships, expanding our market presence, and leading the delivery of some of Ireland's most significant and complex transport planning commissions. This is a highly strategic leadership role, offering the opportunity to influence the direction of our business, build and develop high-performance teams, and contribute to the delivery of sustainable transport solutions that make a positive impact on communities across Ireland. The primary focus of this role is on Ireland, however there will also be the opportunity to get involved in projects across the United Kingdom and Europe - including working with our virtual teams in Business Case Advisory, Net Zero, Future of Mobility and Freight. Our Transport Planning Team sits within the wider UK & Ireland Transport & Mobility Planning business. Our team works closely alongside our virtual teams in Net Zero, Future Mobility and Freight, as well as multidisciplinary colleagues in complimentary teams - including development planning, highways and environment teams providing opportunities of collaboration in UK, Europe and beyond.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Providing strategic leadership for the Transport Planning business in Ireland, supporting the development and delivery of our growth ambitions.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, industry partners and stakeholders, identifying opportunities to grow our market share and service offering.
• Leading business development activities, including winning major commissions, shaping proposals and securing framework appointments.
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, providing technical and strategic guidance on complex transport planning and mobility challenges.
• Leading the successful delivery of high-profile transport planning, modelling and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Working collaboratively with leaders across Ireland, the UK and internationally to drive innovation, share best practice and strengthen WSP's market position.
• Growing and developing a high-performing local team through mentoring, coaching and creating opportunities for career progression.
• Raising WSP's profile across the sector through industry engagement, conference participation, thought leadership and professional networks.
• Playing a key leadership role across WSP's four pillars: People, Clients & Growth, Operations and Technical Excellence.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• A strong track record of leading and growing transport planning businesses, teams or service lines within Ireland.
• Extensive experience delivering complex and high-profile transport planning projects, including elements of appraisal, business case and transport modelling
• Well-established relationships with key transport sector clients and stakeholders across Ireland, including organisations such as TII, NTA, local authorities and government bodies.
• A proven ability to win work, develop client relationships and contribute significantly to business growth.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and delivering projects across a range of sectors and clients.
• Strategic thinking, commercial awareness and the ability to identify market opportunities and translate them into successful outcomes.
• Deep knowledge of Irish transport planning policy, transport investment processes and project development frameworks.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage confidently at executive and board level.
• A passion for developing people, fostering an inclusive culture and enabling teams to achieve their full potential.
• A respected industry profile, with a commitment to representing WSP through professional institutions, industry forums and client engagement activities.

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 80,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.

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.