OverviewJoin to apply for the Technical Director (Building Services) role at WSP.Role overviewThe Building Services Technical Director forms part of the senior leadership for the Birmingham Team, responsible for leadership, strategic direction, and technical excellence. This role will oversee the delivery of complex MEP projects, ensure compliance with industry standards, lead multidisciplinary teams, and drive technical innovation across all projects. The Technical Director plays a key role in business development, client engagement, and maintaining the company’s reputation for quality and excellence in the built environment.ResponsibilitiesGeneralMeeting the requirements of a Technical Director - have a proven track record in delivering projects for your discipline and in line with client expectations.Work in a joint leadership capacity within a mechanical, electrical and public health (MEP) discipline team providing design and technical advice in a WSP project manager capacity on a wide range of projects.Supervise the completion of detailed designs and supervise the work of others in this functionTake responsibility for and direct others in the production of detailed/performance specificationAct as the client’s key point of contact and responsible for overall project delivery in terms of client deliverables and internal KPI’sAble to work under the clear direction of the client and interpret the needs of the project as a whole to meet the full delivery needs.Consider the feasibility of the project specific to the discipline and lead the overall feasibility study for the project.Business DevelopmentKnowledge and experience of the local market within the construction industryUnderstand the need to provide excellent client care & the opportunities to develop additional business for the teamAssist with developing the client relationship to promote new commissionsPromote WSP’s capabilities and expertise in the regionManagementTake responsibility for and direct others in the production of detailed and performance specification for the discipline subject to review by colleagues prior to issue.Development and line management of junior staff.Regularly brief the project team, explaining the appointment. Ensure contracts/letters of intent are in place for all projects before work startsMaintain project overview & understanding of the team workload & associated resource requirements, and work with the team leaders to ensure resources are fully utilised across your associated projects.Hold regular team meetings to discuss resourcing, staff issues, H&S, quality, training & development & all other relevant issues, including UK & Board briefs in support of your Discipline’s Team LeaderYour TeamYou will be based in our award winning Birmingham office at The Mailbox, offering easy commuting options and amenities just around the corner.Our growing Birmingham team consists of 50 plus MEP engineers. You will be working closely with these likeminded individuals on exciting and challenging Building Services MEP projects across healthcare, commercial offices, residential, industry, defence and sports & leisure.The team will be supported by local, regional and international experts.WSP care about your career development and offer mentorship and training aligned with your aspirations.QualificationsBEng/Bsc/MEng in applicable engineering disciplineCIBSE / IET / Engineering Council ChartershipDon’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.With us, you can. Apply today.About UsWe are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.What’s in it for youWork-life balance: Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity and Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups that bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.Health and Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, providing tools to improve health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to a GP at times and places that suit you, providing peace of mind and quick access to medical advice. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments and the Gymflex scheme as part of our flexible benefits program, plus menopause support.Flex your time: To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers flexible time options and the ability to adjust hours to suit personal needs.Your development: We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and Chartership.#WeAreWSP: We actively encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background and provide adjustments for applicants with disabilities.EEO and AccommodationDisability Confident employer. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and will provide workplace adjustments as needed. Please let us know if you require any adjustments in support of your application.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typePart-timeJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesProfessional Services #J-18808-Ljbffr