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What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• Groundwater and Water Resources modelling to support water resource estimation and management, as well as environmental impact assessment
• A strong understanding of UK hydrogeology and of the environmental and regulatory framework of UK water management
• Strong project management and direction skills, with experience of managing projects from start to finish. Experience of Framework management would also be desirable
• A clear understanding of client needs, their opportunities and challenges, with a track record of leading and winning work
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the potential to engage and influence at all levels, in particular in the technical development of more junior staff
• Strong commercial awareness, with experience of identifying and developing business opportunities as well as the preparation of winning proposals
• Excellent report-writing, technical review, numerical and analytical skills, with an eye for detail and enjoy solving challenging hydrogeological / hydrological problems

Qualifications

• MSc Hydrogeology combined with a BSc degree in a related discipline (e.g. geology, geotechnical engineering, civil engineering, environmental science)
• You will have gained, or be working towards chartership with a relevant professional body

Responsibilities

• Leading the technical delivery of projects covering all aspects of water resources hydrogeology, groundwater modelling, groundwater flooding, monitoring and groundwater quality
• Project direction including financial and change control and quality assurance through checking and reviewing
• Mentoring, developing and supervising junior colleagues with opportunities for formal People Management. Working with the Technical Lead in SWMC to develop a programme of hydrogeology training
• Working closely with the team and the current Hydrogeology and Groundwater Services Lead to develop and agree scopes of services
• Generating high quality bid proposals and developing innovative solutions to meet our clients' needs
• Undertaking and supervising the production of high quality client- and public-facing deliverables, demonstrated through excellence in communication and an ability to present the visualisation and interpretation of complex data
• Working collaboratively with other sectors/disciplines to deliver the hydrogeological aspects of a wide range of challenging and engaging projects, including teams in Ground & Water, EIA and Mining
• Displaying and promoting a safety-first attitude in line with WSP's health and safety policy and procedures

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Associate Director/Technical Director capable of both independent work and working as part of a team. You will be highly motivated, numerate, with excellent communication skills, able to focus on both internal team development and external business development. This role has significant scope for further progression as we go through a period of succession and development.

Although primarily a UK-based role, you will also be expected to work collaboratively with teams across WSP’s global business.

Team and opportunities

Our Catchment Science team works across a wide spectrum of services covering water resources and security, hydrology and hydraulics, water quality, hydroecology and hydrogeology. We provide high quality technical services and advice to a wide range of high-profile customers in the UK and overseas, including government departments and agencies, the water industry, and other industrial sectors including power, transport, nuclear, mining, commercial and oil and gas.

What’s in it for you

• Work-life balance with hybrid working policy (two days from home, with collaborative office time)
• Inclusivity and belonging with a culture that values diverse backgrounds
• Health and wellbeing support, including Thrive programme and access to a Virtual GP service
• Flexible benefits such as Gymflex, menopause support, and flexible leave options
• Time flexibility with WSP My Hour and potential part-time or adjusted schedules
• Development opportunities through training, mentoring, and Chartership

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Professional Services

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.