Technical Director / Director - Structures Energy

WSP in the U.S.; Southampton (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression opportunities

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Collaborative and inclusive team culture

Job summary

WSP in the U.S. is seeking a Technical Director to lead structural engineering services for major energy infrastructure projects. This role involves managing project teams and client relationships while driving technical excellence and innovation.

The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Engineer with substantial experience in structural engineering, overseeing complex projects in energy sectors such as transmission and distribution, substations, and power stations. The role offers career progression opportunities and a flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in structural engineering design and project leadership.
• Experience in substations, transmission and distribution infrastructure, or OHL projects.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee structural design and delivery of energy infrastructure projects.
• Provide strategic input into project planning and risk management.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Client relationship management

Structural engineering design

Commercial awareness

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

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 curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives, experience a world of opportunity, and shape a career as unique as you.

About the Role

As a Technical Director you will take a senior leadership role in the delivery of structural engineering services for major energy infrastructure projects. These include Transmission and Distribution networks, Overhead Line (OHL) systems, power stations, and other critical energy assets. You will be responsible for leading project teams, managing client relationships, and driving technical excellence and innovation across our portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the structural design and delivery of complex energy infrastructure projects.
• Provide strategic input into project planning, resourcing, and risk management.
• Deliver structural solutions for substations, transmission and distribution facilities, OHL structures, and power stations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
• Contribute to business development, including bids, proposals, and client presentations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated and sustainable design solutions.
• Support the development of best practices, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a relevant professional body.
• Significant experience in structural engineering design and project leadership.
• Experience in one or more of the following: substations, transmission and distribution infrastructure, OHL projects, power stations, petrochemical facilities.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong commercial awareness and client-facing skills.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

What’s in it for you?

• A senior role in delivering nationally significant energy infrastructure projects.
• Career progression opportunities within a global consultancy.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• A collaborative and inclusive team culture.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns with this role and other opportunities within the team. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

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