Location
London, UK

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Competitive, commensurate with experience

About the Role
At WSP, you will have the opportunity to work on landmark projects worldwide, contributing your expertise to the kind of work the world needs. As Technical Director within the UK and Ireland Mine Waste team, you will provide technical leadership, project direction, business development, and client liaison. You will lead multi-disciplinary design teams delivering projects related to mine waste and tailings, including tailings facilities, water storage, waste rock dumps, and integrated waste facilities through all project phases from concept to closure.

Your responsibilities will include managing technical delivery, project management tasks such as proposals, cost estimates, client reporting, and project closure, as well as supporting and developing client relationships and actively seeking new work. You will provide specialised technical input on tailings management, heap leach facilities, water impoundments, soil mechanics, geosynthetics, and related civil engineering projects globally.

Leading and mentoring a team of scientists, engineers, and professionals, you will support their career development, technical excellence, and commercial awareness. You will also participate in global corporate technical practice groups to elevate technical standards and visibility. A strong safety-first attitude aligned with WSP’s health, safety, and wellbeing culture is essential, alongside adherence to the company’s Equality Policy and Code of Conduct.

WSP offers a hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home two days a week, modern offices across the UK, and a culture that values inclusivity, wellbeing, and professional development. Join us to make a positive, lasting impact on communities worldwide while shaping a unique and rewarding career.

Experience
- Demonstrated technical leadership, collaboration, and delivery in mine waste and tailings.
- Substantial experience managing large, multi-disciplinary projects on time and budget.
- Proven track record in client service and business development.
- Experience with national and international design guidelines and regulations related to mine waste disposal.
- Ability to interpret and monitor geotechnical results and design structures.
- Experience working effectively within team environments.
- Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally, including remote locations.

About you
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Commitment to safety, equality, and WSP’s values and Code of Conduct.
- Leadership skills with ability to mentor and develop team members.
- Enthusiastic about contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

Qualifications
- Degree qualified in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, or engineering geology with strong soil mechanics expertise.
- Chartered professional status with a relevant body.