Job DescriptionWhat 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 in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. A little more about your role We are seeking a Technical Director to join our Mobility team in Wales (based in Cardiff or Wrexham) to:

• Develop and deliver a client and growth strategy for Wales building on our existing relationships, experience and expertise to further expand our portfolio,
• Drive an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach to win substantial work and grow our capabilities in region providing opportunities across the wider WSP business
• Work alongside our existing Team Leaders to contribute to the development of our Mobility team in Wales
• Lead on Transport Planning initiatives within the wider WSP Communities and Mobility Strategic Business Unit (SBU)
• Provide support to the wider UK Transport Planning Service Line through project delivery and other work winning including acting as a Bid / Project Director
• Actively encouraging technical and professional development within the team

Your Team Our Wales Mobility team includes transport planning, modelling and engineering professionals who work on an extensive portfolio of multi-disciplinary and cross sector projects for a range of public and private sector clients. This includes a range of WelTAGs, active travel solutions, transport strategies, and Government funding applications, master planning, access support and development planning. These projects are generally located within Wales, but support is also provided to other schemes across the UK and internationally whilst working closely with our planning, infrastructure design, structures and environmental teams. Our local and regional pipeline of work is extensive, and the successful applicant will help us to deliver a challenging and exciting pipeline of work for a range of regional clients including Local Authorities and private companies across a range of sectors. You will be supported by senior members of the Mobility Team and by our virtual UK wide specialist teams, including industry leading experts. We embrace a flexible approach to working that aligns with people's lifestyles and wider commitments and the well beingwell-being of our employees is of upmost importance to us. Our multi-disciplinary Cardiff office has approximately 100 desks and is ideally located in the city centre, a 10-minute walk to Cardiff Central and/or Queen Street railway stations and the city centre. Although smaller, our Wrexham office is also multi-disciplinary, is a 15-20 minute walk from Wrexham General Station, and has car parking available.What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

• Proven ability to win major work and deliver that workload whilst working collaboratively across a business
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships and win and lead a portfolio of client workload
• Significant knowledge and experience of delivering transport planning projects in the UK, particularly with local authorities
• Ability to build consensus and foster collaboration to lead and manage teams to deliver quality outcomes to our clients
• Proven experience of manging contracts
• Appropriate degree or relevant qualifications

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 includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. About Us We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?Work-life balanceAt WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity & DiversityWe welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.Health & WellbeingWe are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.Flex your timeTo enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.Your developmentWe understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership. 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.