Associate - Geoenvironmental

WSP; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in India is seeking an exceptional leader to head the Ground and Water (Contaminated Land) team with at least 15 years post-graduate experience in Geo-environmental field.

The successful candidate will manage day-to-day team operations, deliver projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with Project Managers and Directors in the UK to build the team and advance technical consultancy, quality assurance and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of post-graduate experience in the Geo-environmental field.
• Proven leadership and senior consultancy skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Ground & Water (Contaminated Land) team in India and drive project delivery.
• Coach and mentor team members and manage day-to-day operations.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Directors in the UK for client delivery.
• Ensure technical excellence and professional development of staff.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Mentoring

Strategic Planning

Education

Post-graduate degree in Geo-environmental field

Job description

We are looking for an exceptional person to lead our Ground and Water (Contaminated Land) team in India. You will have at least 15 years’ post-graduate experience working in the Geo-environmental field.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting and coaching team members in the GCC Ground & Water Team. This will include the day-to-day management of a team, delivery of projects, working closely with and being supported by other team members, Project Managers, and Directors within the UK team.

The position would suit someone with extensive experience in the UK contaminated land sector who would like to further develop their leadership and technical consultancy skills and build a successful team. The role involves organisational and administrative responsibilities and requires skills such as planning, analysis and judgement. The Team Leader will be responsible for both the technical and commercial delivery of projects, including effective delegation and checking of work, and will be responsible for the line management and mentoring of more junior staff ensuring their technical development and career progression.

The Team Leader is also expected to ensure that their own professional skills and competencies are continually improved to meet the requirements of the team and any relevant professional bodies.