Technical Director (Aviation)

Job Description

In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

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To find out more about our AVIATION business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP; https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/hubs/aviation

We are seeking to strengthen our UK Aviation team by recruiting a Technical Director for Airfield Engineering to lead on technical project delivery, technical excellence and work-winning with a focus on the UK and International Aviation markets.

The team is busy working on a variety of projects to a diverse client base, both nationally and internationally, including UK, Regional and International Airports, Contractors, Lenders and Airport Operators. Our portfolio is increasing, and we are looking to further strengthen our technical offer by recruiting a Technical Director to provide technical and project leadership across our UK Airfield Engineering team.

You will be expected to take a leading role across our Airfield portfolio for all aspects of project delivery, project performance, client relationships and people development, with a particular emphasis on overseeing the technical quality of projects, driving continuous improvement initiatives and passing technical knowledge on to colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Safety, health and well-being leadership - setting the culture for our project teams;
• Setting the direction for technical delivery of airfield civil schemes across the Airfield Engineering portfolio;
• Technical leadership, identifying and establishing skill gaps, training requirements and future technical trends at all levels;
• Client-facing and escalation point for Airfield projects;
• Stakeholder engagement (e.g. technical approval authorities);
• Mobilisation of new project teams, including skills development and integration;
• Project programme and resourcing overview, including forward work-planning;
• Commercial performance of projects;
• Delivery, quality and technical consistency across all teams;
• Project governance and compliance, including technical assurance.
  
  

Skills/ Behaviours

• Chartered Civil Engineer (MICE or similar);
• Good knowledge of Aviation standards in the UK and overseas;
• Detailed understanding of technical requirements for airfield civil engineering projects from rehabilitation and expansion projects to greenfield airports;
• Proven experience in leading all aspects and coordinating multi-disciplinary design of airfield projects;
• Ability to develop strong relationships with clients;
• Ability to build relationships and work with resources and teams within the wider WSP business (regionally and internationally);
• Ability to pass on knowledge and mentor junior members of staff;
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to influence financial performance on projects;
• Able to plan strategically and set the medium-term (2-5 year) direction for technical delivery.
  
  

About Us

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

In today’s world it’s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP

What’s In It For You

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important – whether that’s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP’s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

Health & Wellbeing?

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the “WSP Hour” which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that’s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that’s chartership, training or mentoring.

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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.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.