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Technical Director - Mechanical (Building Services)

WSP
Sustainable Construction & Energy Efficiency
Sustainable Construction & Energy Efficiency
£90,000 - £130,000/Year
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Description

Location
London, based in our Chancery Lane office in the centre of London, offering easy commuting options and a range of nearby amenities.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
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 in your field to do the best work of your life. You will be an integral part of the team’s day-to-day management, vision, values and leadership, developing team spirit and co-operation. You will develop client relationships and enhance the WSP brand within the South Region. Consistently meeting monthly and annual budgets at a team level, supporting MEP budget planning and continuously seeking ways to improve performance will be key responsibilities. Working closely with the regional director and senior leadership, you will help develop and implement strategic initiatives within the team and across the wider business. You will share knowledge and technical skills with colleagues globally, driving profitable and sustainable work-winning while maintaining up-to-date forecasting for the team and wider MEP region. Overseeing team performance including work pipeline, finance, and operational management will be essential. You will build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, contractors and architects, securing WSP’s position as the engineer of choice in the industry and acting as the client’s key point of contact.

The Building Services team in London consists of more than 100 mechanical, electrical, and public health engineers, including Environmental & Sustainability and Smart Team members. WSP is committed to attracting, developing, engaging and retaining the best professionals, placing the highest ethical standards and professionalism at the centre of all we do. We value humility, integrity, respect, diversity and care about individual progress, offering fulfilling career development opportunities.

Requirements

Experience
Proven experience in business development and managing large teams of MEP professionals. Demonstrated track record as a Technical Director, Director, or experienced Associate Director ready to step up within an engineering consultancy. Experience working within building services across a range of projects. Strong background in mechanical, electrical and sustainable building design from concept through to technical design stages.

About you
Self-motivated team leader with the ability to drive efficiencies and growth. Strong leadership skills with a focus on team spirit and cooperation. Committed to providing excellent client care and developing additional business opportunities. Able to work collaboratively with clients, developers, contractors and architects. Embraces diversity, acts with integrity and professionalism, and supports colleagues.

Qualifications
Chartership through CIBSE, IET, IMechE Engineering Council or willingness to work towards this. Must be able to obtain UK Security Check (SC) vetting level.

Expiry date: 11/10/2026
Technical Director - Mechanical (Building Services)
Company:
WSP
Salary:
£90,000 - £130,000/Year
Job Type:
Job
Location:
London