Associate / Associate Director / Technical Director , Environmental (EIA) Consultant - London & South East Location: Surrey, England, United Kingdom Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Associate / Associate Director to join our existing Environmental Consents nationwide team. This is a post of strategic significance for our business and represents a challenging and exciting opportunity to identify, win and deliver multi‑disciplinary inputs to a range of energy projects for a wide client base. Our current project portfolio includes some of the UK’s most important and transformational infrastructure projects at the heart of helping the UK to meet its commitments to Net Zero. We need people with creative spirit, a dedicated approach and a solid grounding in environmental design, assessment and management at any stage of the development project lifecycle. As an Associate / Associate Director you will work with a range of technical environmental specialists and design teams across multiple sectors to direct and lead environmental teams and inputs to project designs and assessments. You will be instrumental in improving the environmental performance for a diverse range of projects across multiple sectors. The role would suit an enthusiastic individual looking to influence, lead and deliver environmental elements of engineering projects. You will have responsibility for directing and leading projects including tasks relating to recruitment, bidding, project team management, project delivery and financial management. Responsibilities

Play a key role in the expansion and diversification of our offer in the water sector, working alongside sector leads and client account managers to provide thought leadership and win new business Providing environmental advice and support to clients, project managers and colleagues Working with colleagues, diverse environmental specialists, clients and engineering teams to promote sustainable design and environmental enhancement Leading large, multiple, and complex projects, overseeing our performance on technical, quality, commercial and health and safety Building relationships with clients and identifying opportunities to provide support in areas such as resourcing, programming, strategy development and project delivery Proactively seeking to develop new client relationships and actively seeking opportunities for marketing services and cross‑selling, including presenting at conferences on behalf of WSP Undertaking activities to secure new work, including developing proposals for complex opportunities, delivering strategic level bids and framework opportunities, and undertaking business development opportunities Leading on and contributing to the development of innovative techniques to shape the way we do our business whether through Digital EIA, Technical Excellence, Future Ready EIA etc. Driving performance improvement and career advancement opportunities across team Promoting and building team culture and being identified as a ‘go to’ person within the wider team, supporting others in problem solving and achieving team and business goals Promoting an inclusive workplace, demonstrating an understanding of Health and Safety whilst living the values of our health, safety and wellbeing culture Undertaking actions that contribute towards the success of the WSP business strategy, whilst being self‑motivated towards goals relevant to the role, team and your projects

Qualifications

Relevant environmental / planning degree or equivalent experience Demonstrable experience in EIA delivery for major water schemes Familiarity with other consenting processes such as Habitats Regulations Assessments, SSSI Assents Thorough knowledge of a diverse range of environmental issues Proven line management experience Proven track record of developing and upskilling internal teams Evidence of successfully driving business growth Excellent communication skills both verbal and written

Benefits Work‑life balance – hybrid working policy allows you to work from home two days a week with opportunities to collaborate in modern offices across the UK. Flexibility includes part‑time and flexible working arrangements, purchase of additional leave and use of bank holiday entitlement. We also offer a “WSP My Hour” – one hour each day for personal activities. Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you. Reasonable workplace adjustments are available as well as benefits such as Gymflex, a comprehensive menopause support package and membership of WSP’s flex benefits programme. Inclusivity & Belonging – we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging people to bring their whole, authentic selves to work to represent the fullest spectrum of society. Employee resource groups promote a culture of inclusion and belonging. Health & Wellbeing – committed to supporting our people with tools to improve health and wellbeing through the Thrive programme. Equal Opportunities Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr