Director - Structural Engineering

Director - Structural Engineering

A Little More About The Role
Our Structures team in the UK Northern Region works from offices in Leeds, Manchester, Sheffield, Stockton, Newcastle, Edinburgh & Glasgow with around 110 structural engineers and technicians. The Regional team is further split into three Centres: Scotland, Northeast & North. The North Centre team is based in Leeds, Manchester & Sheffield with around 35 structural engineers and technicians.

A Director role will be based in the Leeds Office and will report directly to the North Centre DTL. This role will play a key part in the strategic and operational direction of the regional business, working within the framework of the UK P&B strategy and Structures UK leadership.

Leadership

Providing highly visible, inspirational leadership, strategic direction and support for the centre

Contributing to the national Property & Buildings business – liaising and providing support to other offices and teams

Promoting WSP Vision and Values

Leading recruitment, staff development and personal development reviews

Implementing strategies for resource management

Inspiring the teams through actions and behaviours aligned with WSP values

Liaising with other parts of WSP to co‑deliver a range of multi‑disciplinary building design, transportation and environmental services to clients

Encouraging open and effective two‑way communication and contribution, including holding regular team meetings

Business Development And Marketing

Building a culture of Business Development in the centre

Actively securing work through existing contacts and focused marketing initiatives

Remaining a point of contact for key clients and adopting key account management processes

Generating new and repeat business through focused marketing efforts

Leading Business Development initiatives within the Leeds office, including attendance at the monthly BD/Marketing Update meeting

Technical and Project Management

Acting as Project Director on strategic and or significant projects (minimum average utilisation of 75%)

Attending principal meetings and making client presentations

Instilling a strong project management and project delivery culture

Maintaining or raising the level of technical competence and innovation within the teams

Supporting strategic innovation and promoting technical excellence in all projects

Undertaking technical reviews and contributing to concept design

Undertaking project reviews and acting as Project Director on significant projects

Providing line management to appropriate staff

Commercial

Accountable for the commercial management of projects

Managing all aspects of developing and implementing budgetary strategies, including fee bidding, working capital management, debtors, invoicing and project forecasting

Implementing project delivery systems and structures

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

Experience in the construction industry – property sector

Proven track record in delivering growth and profit with excellent client care and a motivated team

Strong Business Development focus with a good reputation in the Leeds/Regional marketplace within relevant supply chains (asset owners, architects, other professional services firms and contractors)

Proven experience of work winning, client care, repeat business and a considerable client‑facing role

Evidence of creating and/or maintaining a culture of Business Development within a team

Experience leading a senior level team, including recruitment, development and retention

Experience developing and retaining ECPs

Proven track record of project delivery, including notable projects across a variety of sectors, major developments and multidisciplinary working

Previous experience working within a variety of sectors

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly influencing and negotiating internally and externally

Experience driving a culture of teamwork through an open and inclusive leadership style

Chartered Structural or Civil Engineer with an interest in promoting technical excellence and innovation

The Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to take a senior leadership role in the WSP UK Structures business with potential for further progression. The role will support business growth in line with discipline and UK strategies and will play a pivotal part in continuing the success of the UK business.

Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share a passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes over 69,000 employees working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

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