Strategic Water Growth Director

WSP France; New York (NY); On-site; USD 176,000 - 353,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP seeks a Business Development Director for the Water Business Line, based in our New York, NY office. This senior leadership role drives market expansion, builds trusted client partnerships, and leads strategic pursuits shaping water infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities include developing multi-year regional plans, guiding capture strategies, mentoring client account teams, and ensuring delivery excellence while aligning with WSP’s safety and ethics standards.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in business development or leadership roles.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, Planning, Business, or related discipline.
• Proven leadership, accountability and goal-oriented mindset.
• Ability to innovate and rethink traditional client and employee engagement approaches.
• Strong client relationships and industry contacts in the local area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year east region business plan aligned with water objectives.
• Grow market share and position WSP as the trusted advisor to clients.
• Mentor client account managers and technical leaders to elevate client care and business development.
• Lead capture planning and proposal strategies for water projects.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Strategic planning

Client relationship management

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Planning, Business, or related discipline

Job description

WSP seeks a Business Development Director for the Water Business Line, based in our New York, NY office. This senior leadership role drives market expansion, builds trusted client partnerships, and leads strategic pursuits shaping water infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities include developing multi-year regional plans, guiding capture strategies, mentoring client account teams, and ensuring delivery excellence while aligning with WSP’s safety and ethics standards.