Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Director / Bid Director to play a pivotal role in both winning and delivering major opportunities. This senior leadership role combines strategic bid leadership with accountable project delivery.
Responsibilities
Bid Leadership
* Define and lead win strategies, value propositions and partnering approaches for Intelligent Infrastructure commissions
* Direct bid teams, coordinating technical, commercial, and governance inputs
* Ensure compliance with WSP governance, including risk, commercial and quality reviews
* Lead client engagement during pursuit phases, including presentations and negotiations
Project Direction & Delivery
* Act as Project Director for major projects and programmes, ensuring safe, compliant and profitable delivery
* Maintain accountability for commercial performance, contract obligations and risk management
* Lead project governance, reporting and client engagement
* Ensure delivery teams achieve programme milestones, quality standards and budget targets
Leadership & Growth
* Build and lead high-performing teams across disciplines and locations
* Mentor and develop senior staff and future leaders
* Identify and convert pipeline opportunities, supporting business growth
* Contribute to capability development and continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
* Proven experience delivering £1m+ digital infrastructure projects or programmes in a Project Director or equivalent role
* Strong track record of leading and winning complex bids (£3m+), including frameworks and large-scale tenders
* Commercial acumen, including contract management, risk mitigation and financial performance
* Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and engage effectively with senior clients and stakeholders
* Experience operating within structured governance and assurance environments
* Excellent communication, influencing and leadership skills
Equal Opportunity
#WeAreWSP 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.
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