Associate Director / Technical Director - Wastewater Network Modelling

Overview

In this role you will shape and lead the urban drainage modelling capability within WSP’s water team. You will guide delivery, drive technical excellence, and influence project outcomes for major clients. You’ll balance hands-on expert input with leadership to grow people and capability across a growing discipline. You’ll work with cross-functional teams and represent WSP in industry forums, contributing to strategic growth and client relationships. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape industry-leading outcomes and advance your career.

Pay / Benefits

• work-life balance
• hybrid working
• inclusive culture
• Thrive wellbeing programme
• Virtual GP service
• gymflex scheme

Responsibilities

• Lead development of urban drainage modelling capability and keep the team ahead on methods, tools, and standards
• Support the team lead with day-to-day management of the technical delivery team
• Provide authoritative technical input on urban drainage projects in collaboration with wastewater teams
• Apply independent professional judgement to solve complex engineering challenges and drive innovation
• Build strong client relationships and lead project meetings
• Contribute to proposals, business development, and strategic growth
• Represent WSP in industry forums and conferences
• Share knowledge to develop the wider water team

Key requirements

• A relevant degree and chartered or progressing towards ICE, IEI, IoW or CIWEM
• Experience of wastewater hydraulic modelling (InfoWorks ICM) and ability to check outputs
• Knowledge of Water Industry Specifications, Code of Practice for Hydraulic Modelling of Urban Drainage Systems, and relevant British Standards
• Good presentation, written and verbal communication skills
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• Client relationship building
• Collaborative and proactive teamwork
• InfoWorks ICM
• Wastewater hydraulic modelling
• Urban drainage standards and British Standards

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