Development Planning Associate Director/Technical Director (Development)
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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. You can embrace curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. Experience a world of opportunity and shape a career as unique as you.
A Little More About Your Role…
Specifically supporting the Development team, the Associate Director/Technical Director will play a key role in the growth aspirations for Bristol and the wider South West. The ideal candidate will be embedded within the local and regional market and focused on client‑facing activities, business growth, market strategy and technical leadership. They will support the initiative to diversify our team in staff numbers and revenue.
Successful candidates will have proven experience of winning and delivering new work in a multi‑disciplinary consultancy environment across public and private sectors. Experience of large tender proposals and identifying opportunities with existing and new clients is required.
Key Aspects Of The Role Include
* Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, leveraging a network of clients, co‑professionals and colleagues.
* Liaising with the Regional Director for Development South and local office lead to set growth targets.
* Building trusted relationships with public/private sector clients and key stakeholders such as local planning authorities.
* Providing technical advice to clients and supporting them through the planning and design process.
* Coordinating across the Development team and sharing market intelligence, best practice and innovation.
* Leading and supporting bids, reviewing and authorising submissions, demonstrating commercial and technical added value.
* Ensuring compliance with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…
* Degree level qualification in transport planning or civil engineering, ideally with chartered professional status.
* Commercial and strategic capability with a proven track record of new business delivery.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and proven leadership/management capability.
* Track record of winning work.
* A broad range of relevant project experience.
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.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team has over 69,000 employees working together to make a difference in communities worldwide.
With us, you can. Apply today.
About Us
WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland are dedicated to local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Work‑life balance
Our hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week with opportunities to collaborate in modern offices.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and encourage you to bring your authentic self. Our employee resource groups promote inclusivity.
Health & Wellbeing
Our Thrive programme supports health and wellbeing. We provide capacity for virtual GP services, reasonable workplace adjustments, gym memberships and menopause support.
Flex your time
We offer “WSP My Hour” to take an hour each day for personal activities with flexibility. We also provide part‑time, flexible working arrangements and additional leave options.
Your development
We invest in your growth with training, mentoring and chartership opportunities.
We are committed to equality and welcome all suitably qualified candidates. We are a Disability Confident leader and will interview all disabled applicants who meet the criteria.
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