Overview

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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 your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Your Role

Are you ready for the next step in your career? You will lead a range of projects undertaken by the Catchment Science team within our Sustainable Water Management Consulting (SWMC) group and play a lead role in the development of hydrogeologists within the team, as well as in securing an ongoing pipeline of project work. The role is varied and challenging and is likely to include the following 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
• Producing and supervising high quality client- and public-facing deliverables, with clear communication and the ability to visualise and interpret complex data
• Collaborating with other sectors/disciplines to deliver hydrogeological aspects of diverse projects, including working with hydrogeologists in Ground & Water, EIA and Mining Teams
• Promoting a safety-first attitude in line with WSP\'s health and safety policy and procedures

Although primarily a UK-based role, you will work collaboratively with teams across WSP\'s global business.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• Groundwater and Water Resources modelling to support water resource estimation and management, and environmental impact assessment
• A strong understanding of UK hydrogeology and the regulatory framework for UK water management
• Strong project management and direction skills with experience of managing projects from start to finish; framework management is desirable
• A clear understanding of client needs, opportunities and challenges, with a track record of leading and winning work
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage and influence at all levels, including the development of junior staff
• Strong commercial awareness with experience of identifying and developing business opportunities and preparing winning proposals
• Excellent report-writing, technical review, numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail and ability to solve challenging hydrogeological/hydrological problems

Qualifications

• MSc in Hydrogeology with a BSc 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

About Us

We 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 a broad global presence, we are dedicated to our local communities and driven by international brainpower.

What’s in it for you

Work-life balance
At WSP, work is just one aspect of life. Our hybrid policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week and collaborate in offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences. We encourage people to bring their whole, authentic selves to work and promote a culture of inclusion and belonging.

Health & Wellbeing
We support wellbeing through our Thrive programme, including a Virtual GP service, workplace adjustments, Gymflex discounts, and menopause support.

Flex your time
WSP My Hour allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexible time adjustments. Part-time and flexible working arrangements, leave options, and bank holiday flexibility are available.

Your development
We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.

#WeAreWSP We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and will provide workplace adjustments on request.