Join to apply for the Technical Director - Hydrogeology Lead role at WSP in the UK & IrelandJob DescriptionWhat 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.A Little More About Your Role… Are you ready for the next step in your career? Are you eager to develop and help deliver and grow our portfolio of high-profile projects solving groundwater challenges in the water resources, environmental and infrastructure sectors? We are seeking to appoint a talented, enthusiastic and committed Technical Director to lead a range of projects undertaken by the Catchment Science team within our Sustainable Water Management Consulting (SWMC) group as well as play a lead role in both the learning and development of the hydrogeologists within the team, and in securing an ongoing pipeline of project work.Your role will be varied and challenging and is likely to include the following:Leading the technical delivery of projects covering all aspects of water resources hydrogeology, groundwater modelling, groundwater flooding, monitoring and groundwater qualityProject 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. This will involve working with hydrogeologists in our Ground & Water. EIA and Mining Teams.Displaying and promoting a 'safety first' attitude in line with WSP's health and safety policy and proceduresWe are looking for an experienced Associate Director/Technical Director capable of both independent work and working as part of a team. You will be a highly motivated, numerate candidate with excellent communication skills able to focus on both internal team development and external business development.Your Team Our Catchment Science team works across a wide spectrum of services covering water resources and security, hydrology and hydraulics, water quality, hydroecology and hydrogeology.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 assessmentA strong understanding of UK hydrogeology and of the environmental and regulatory framework of UK water managementStrong project management and direction skills, with experience of managing projects from start to finish.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.QualificationsMSc 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 bodyWe offer a dynamic, but supportive environment for a motivated and talented individual to fulfil their potential. We recognise that our people are central to our success as a businessWSP is 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.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 are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. 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