Overview
Associate Director/Technical Director - Building Performance Modelling Lead - West (Building Services) at WSP
WSP are seeking an Associate Director/Technical Director - Building Performance Modelling Lead for the Western region to support the delivery of sustainable building solutions on high profile projects and major frameworks as part of a growing national team. This role will be based from either our Bristol or Cardiff offices for at least three days per week.
What you will do
* Lead the delivery of sustainable building solutions, supporting the UK Properties & Buildings business delivering sustainability leadership and coordination on major projects.
* Lead the sustainable building design with a particular focus on building performance modelling for a diverse portfolio of projects; act as the sustainability lead for your own projects.
* Develop the approach for sustainability across significant portfolios and major frameworks.
* Increase WSP’s profile in the industry, help secure new work and improve the quality and technical knowledge relating to sustainable design.
* Undertake business development activities including attending B2B meetings with clients and professionals and attending industry events; leverage existing client relationships across the UK.
* Understand and support the client’s brief in matters of sustainability and translate aspirations into practicable delivery models.
* Coordinate sustainability delivery across design teams and stakeholders internally and externally.
* Identify opportunities for cross-selling of services and coordinate with WSPs experts across other teams within the business.
* Support the growth of the existing team through recruitment and development of staff.
* Prepare high quality reports that clearly communicate issues and conclusions.
* Understand and apply current UK sustainability legislation to project solutions at all levels of governance.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate
* Expert knowledge of and experience in delivering building performance modelling, including minimum Part L compliance, TM52 and TM59 overheating assessments and TM54 operational energy assessments.
* Understanding of energy strategy development for complex, multi-use developments.
* Understanding and experience in Net Zero, Low Carbon Design and materials.
* Understanding and experience in managing internal and project budgets.
* Bid support and commercial acumen in work-winning activities.
* Knowledge of the construction process and the implications of sustainable design.
* Understanding of BREEAM and other environmental assessment methodologies.
* Understanding of current UK planning policies related to sustainability and Net Zero targets.
* Ability to communicate complex technical information to clients and colleagues, both technical and non-technical.
* Presentation skills and time management.
* Able to coordinate and provide training to junior consultants.
* Must be able to obtain UK vetting level of Security Check (SC).
Qualifications
* Degree in engineering, environmental, architectural or sustainability-related subject.
* Membership of a related professional institution and on the path to Chartered status (engineer, scientist, energy manager or environmentalist).
* Low carbon energy assessor (LCEA).
* NABERS assessor.
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
What’s in it for you
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 near and far. We offer a hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home two days a week and opportunities to collaborate in our offices across the UK.
About Us
We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our people are united by the purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion. We are dedicated to local communities and supported by international brainpower.
We are committed to supporting our people through development, mentoring and Chartership, and we encourage applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences.
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