563 Engineering Development jobs in the United Kingdom

**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 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.**
The Planning discipline has 800+ consultants and engineers across the UK. Development accounts for 300 of this number located in 15 offices within the UK.
Specifically supporting the Development part, you will play a key role in the growth aspirations for Southampton and Southwest to South and Southeast region. This senior position will be very much centred on client facing activities, technical leadership and business growth, rather than day-to-day operational management and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, both in staff numbers and revenue. You will be:
+ Providing strategic direction and highly visible leadership
+ Exhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP core values
+ Working in partnership with other colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development discipline and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation
+ Engaging with the Technical Leadership Group (TLG) to promote technical innovation, best practice and technological advancements for infrastructure development for major projects
+ Liaising with the Regional Director and local Office Place Leads in setting and agreeing appropriate local team structures / shapes / skills sets
+ Driving business development by being embedded within local networks of decision makers and establishing lasting relationships
+ Winning work from key accounts and align the business to secure major opportunities and an increasing order book
+ Leading and support bids by contributing reviewing and authorising submissions and by demonstrating added value both commercially and technically
+ Acting as Project Manager or Director for major projects and strategically important commissions
+ Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensure the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality)
+ Mentoring of selected colleagues on the Succession Planning Schedule, Emerging Talent schedule
**YOUR TEAM**
+ The Development Team is a well-established and high performing discipline within the Planning and Development business unit which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.
+ Our vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry. We strive to achieve this through continuous improvement and a management structure comprising of four pillars, namely; Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational Excellence.
+ We help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development, from pre-feasibility through to planning consent; establish plans and provision for how an area, its accessibility, and needs, will develop over time and guide sustainable future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to detailed design and construction.
+ We work with public/private sector land promoters and house builders, developers, signature architects, Government, and local authorities. Some of the multi-disciplinary services we provide that you will help deliver include:
+ Civil engineering, highways design and earthworks strategies
+ Utilities, energy planning and coordination
+ Drainage, flood risk and SuDS
+ Site appraisal, due diligence, and strategic planning advice.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ Inter-personal skills with good leadership and management abilities.
+ Commercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities.
+ Expert stakeholder management and related relationship and team management skills.
+ Demonstrate ability to improve, motivate and encourage others within the workplace, lead and implement change programmes, inspiring colleagues and drive an innovative and supportive culture. Act as a catalyst for change.
+ Forward thinking, capable of visualising and planning for the longer term.
+ A broad range of project experience, both within Discipline and multi-disciplinary.
+ Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively, use own knowledge to support and coach others as required. Actively champion sharing knowledge, ideas and intelligence. Have presentation skills, able to lead and facilitate workshops, training sessions and one to one learning. Influential and persuasive internally and externally, encourages open dialogue and feedback.
+ Able to establish, build, sustain and share, professional relationships with relevant groups both inside and outside the organisation. Driven to exceed client expectations.
+ Able to reason logically and apply a systematic process to finding solutions, proactive in responding to problems, able to apply sound logic in situations of ambiguity and problem-solving methodologies across a range of circumstances.
+ Degree level qualification in civil engineering
+ Chartered status or working towards chartership
+ A broad range of project experience across civil design for developments.
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.**
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We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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 balance**
At 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 & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied 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 a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**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.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. 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 time**
To 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 development**
We 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.
**#WeAreWSP**
_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._

nJob Description

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 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…

The Planning discipline has 800+ consultants and engineers across the UK. Development accounts for 300 of this number located in 15 offices within the UK.

Specifically supporting the Development part, you will play a key role in the growth aspirations for Southampton and Southwest to South and Southeast region. This senior position will be very much centred on client facing activities, technical leadership and business growth, rather than day-to-day operational management and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, both in staff numbers and revenue. You will be:nProviding strategic direction and highly visible leadershipnExhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP core valuesnWorking in partnership with other colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development discipline and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovationnEngaging with the Technical Leadership Group (TLG) to promote technical innovation, best practice and technological advancements for infrastructure development for major projectsnLiaising with the Regional Director and local Office Place Leads in setting and agreeing appropriate local team structures / shapes / skills setsnDriving business development by being embedded within local networks of decision makers and establishing lasting relationshipsnWinning work from key accounts and align the business to secure major opportunities and an increasing order booknLeading and support bids by contributing reviewing and authorising submissions and by demonstrating added value both commercially and technicallynActing as Project Manager or Director for major projects and strategically important commissionsnSupporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensure the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality)nMentoring of selected colleagues on the Succession Planning Schedule, Emerging Talent schedule

YOUR TEAMnThe Development Team is a well-established and high performing discipline within the Planning and Development business unit which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.nOur vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry. We strive to achieve this through continuous improvement and a management structure comprising of four pillars, namely; Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational Excellence.nWe help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development, from pre-feasibility through to planning consent; establish plans and provision for how an area, its accessibility, and needs, will develop over time and guide sustainable future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to detailed design and construction.nWe work with public/private sector land promoters and house builders, developers, signature architects, Government, and local authorities. Some of the multi-disciplinary services we provide that you will help deliver include:

Civil engineering, highways design and earthworks strategiesnUtilities, energy planning and coordinationnDrainage, flood risk and SuDSnSite appraisal, due diligence, and strategic planning advice.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…nInter-personal skills with good leadership and management abilities.nCommercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities.nExpert stakeholder management and related relationship and team management skills.nDemonstrate ability to improve, motivate and encourage others within the workplace, lead and implement change programmes, inspiring colleagues and drive an innovative and supportive culture. Act as a catalyst for change.nForward thinking, capable of visualising and planning for the longer term.nA broad range of project experience, both within Discipline and multi-disciplinary.nDemonstrate an ability to communicate effectively, use own knowledge to support and coach others as required. Actively champion sharing knowledge, ideas and intelligence. Have presentation skills, able to lead and facilitate workshops, training sessions and one to one learning. Influential and persuasive internally and externally, encourages open dialogue and feedback.nAble to establish, build, sustain and share, professional relationships with relevant groups both inside and outside the organisation. Driven to exceed client expectations.nAble to reason logically and apply a systematic process to finding solutions, proactive in responding to problems, able to apply sound logic in situations of ambiguity and problem-solving methodologies across a range of circumstances.nDegree level qualification in civil engineeringnChartered status or working towards chartershipnA broad range of project experience across civil design for developments.

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 72,800 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 balance

At 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 & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied 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 a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

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.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. 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 time

To 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 development

We 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.

#WeAreWSP

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.

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Overview

Technical Director/Director Civil Engineering (Development) role at WSP in the UK & Ireland. This senior position will be very much centred on client facing activities, technical leadership and business growth, rather than day-to-day operational management. The role supports the Development part and growth aspirations for the Basingstoke and Southwest to South and Southeast region.nResponsibilities

Providing strategic direction and highly visible leadershipnExhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP core valuesnWorking in partnership with other colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development discipline and sharing market intelligence, best practice and innovationnEngaging with the Technical Leadership Group (TLG) to promote technical innovation, best practice and technological advancements for infrastructure development for major projectsnLiaising with the Regional Director and local Office Place Lead in setting and agreeing appropriate local team structures / shapes / skills setsnDriving business development by being embedded within local networks of decision makers and establishing lasting relationshipsnWinning work from key accounts and align the business to secure major opportunities and an increasing order booknLeading and supporting bids by contributing, reviewing and authorising submissions and by demonstrating added value both commercially and technicallynActing as Project Manager or Director for major projects and strategically important commissionsnSupporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensuring the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality)nMentoring selected colleagues on succession planning and development schedulesnWhat We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

Inter-personal skills with good leadership and management abilitiesnCommercial and strategic capability with a track record of identifying and delivering new business opportunitiesnExpert stakeholder management and related relationship and team management skillsnAbility to improve, motivate and encourage others; lead and implement change programmes; foster an innovative and supportive culturenForward thinking and long-term planning capabilitiesnBroad project experience within Civil Engineering and multi-disciplinary contextsnEffective communication and coaching abilities; ability to lead workshops and training; influential both internally and externallynAbility to establish and sustain professional relationships with internal and external groups; drive to exceed client expectationsnLogical reasoning and systematic problem-solving across diverse situationsnDegree in Civil EngineeringnChartered status or working towards chartershipnBroad range of project experience across civil design for developmentsnWhat’s In It For You

Work-life balance with hybrid working options and flexible schedulesnInclusive culture that values diversity and belongingnHealth & wellbeing support, including Thrive programme, Virtual GP, and menopause supportnFlexible benefits such as Gymflex and time-flexible arrangementsnCareer development opportunities including training, mentoring, and Chartership supportnAbout Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms with a diverse global team delivering positive, long-lasting impacts through innovation and integrity. The UK & Ireland business includes thousands of professionals dedicated to local communities and global expertise.nEquality, Diversity & Inclusion

We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and provide reasonable workplace adjustments on request.

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Overview

Technical Director/Director Civil Engineering (Development)

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WSP in the UK & IrelandnSenior Talent Acquisition Specialist at WSP in the UK (content originally included here has been trimmed to reflect the job of Technical Director/Director Civil Engineering (Development). The role focuses on leadership, technical direction, client engagement, and contribution to business growth within the Development discipline.nResponsibilities

Providing strategic direction and highly visible leadershipnExhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP core valuesnWorking in partnership with other colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development discipline and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovationnEngaging with the Technical Leadership Group (TLG) to promote technical innovation, best practice and technological advancements for infrastructure development for major projectsnLiaising with the Regional Director and local Office Place Leads in setting and agreeing appropriate local team structures / shapes / skills setsnDriving business development by being embedded within local networks of decision makers and establishing lasting relationshipsnWinning work from key accounts and align the business to secure major opportunities and an increasing order booknLeading and supporting bids by contributing reviewing and authorising submissions and by demonstrating added value both commercially and technicallynActing as Project Manager or Director for major projects and strategically important commissionsnSupporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensure the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality)nMentoring selected colleagues on the Succession Planning Schedule, Emerging Talent schedulenYour Team

The Development Team is a well-established and high performing discipline within the Planning and Development business unit which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cyclenOur vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry, with a management structure comprising four pillars: Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational ExcellencenWe help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development from pre-feasibility through planning consent; establish plans for future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to constructionnWe work with public/private sector land promoters, house builders, developers, signature architects, Government, and local authorities; multi-disciplinary services include:nCivil engineering, highways design and earthworks strategiesnUtilities, energy planning and coordinationnDrainage, flood risk and SuDSnSite appraisal, due diligence, and strategic planning advicenWhat We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

Inter-personal skills with good leadership and management abilitiesnCommercial and strategic capability with a track record in identifying and delivering new business opportunitiesnStakeholder management and related relationship and team management skillsnAbility to motivate others, lead and implement change programmes, and foster an innovative, supportive culturenForward thinking and long-term planning abilitynBroad range of project experience within the Discipline and multi-disciplinary worknEffective communication, coaching, and presentation skills; ability to lead workshops and training sessionsnAbility to establish and maintain professional relationships with internal and external groups; drive to exceed client expectationsnLogical reasoning and problem-solving across a range of circumstancesnDegree in civil engineeringnChartered status or working towards Chartered statusnBroad project experience across civil design for developmentsnDon’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.nAbout Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 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.nWhat’s in It for You

Work-life balance: Hybrid working policy with the option to work from home two days a week and access to modern officesnInclusivity & Belonging: We welcome varied backgrounds and experiences and promote a culture of inclusionnHealth & Wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP, workplace adjustments, gym discounts, and menopause supportnFlex your time: WSP My Hour, part-time and flexible working, additional leave optionsnYour development: Training, mentoring, and Chartership supportn#WeAreWSP

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Overview

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 can embrace 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.nA little more about your role…nThe Planning discipline has 800+ consultants and engineers across the UK. Development accounts for 300 of this number located in 15 offices within the UK. Specifically supporting the Development part, you will play a key role in the growth aspirations for Basingstoke and Southwest to South and Southeast region. This senior position will be very much centred on client facing activities, technical leadership and business growth, rather than day-to-day operational management and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, both in staff numbers and revenue.nYou will be:

Providing strategic direction and highly visible leadership

Exhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP core values

Working in partnership with other colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development discipline and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovation

Engaging with the Technical Leadership Group (TLG) to promote technical innovation, best practice and technological advancements for infrastructure development for major projects

Liaising with the Regional Director and local Office Place Lead in setting and agreeing appropriate local team structures / shapes / skills sets

Driving business development by being embedded within local networks of decision makers and establishing lasting relationships

Winning work from key accounts and align the business to secure major opportunities and an increasing order book

Leading and support bids by contributing reviewing and authorising submissions and by demonstrating added value both commercially and technically

Acting as Project Manager or Director for major projects and strategically important commissions

Supporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensure the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality)

Mentoring of selected colleagues on the Succession Planning Schedule, Emerging Talent schedule

Your Team

The Development Team is a well-established and high performing discipline within the Planning and Development business unit which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.nOur vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry. We strive to achieve this through continuous improvement and a management structure comprising of four pillars, namely; Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational Excellence.nWe help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development, from pre-feasibility through to planning consent; establish plans and provision for how an area, its accessibility, and needs, will develop over time and guide sustainable future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to detailed design and construction.nWe work with public/private sector land promoters and house builders, developers, signature architects, Government, and local authorities. Some of the multi-disciplinary services we provide that you will help deliver include:

Civil engineering, highways design and earthworks strategies

Utilities, energy planning and coordination

Drainage, flood risk and SuDS

Site appraisal, due diligence, and strategic planning advice.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…nInter-personal skills with good leadership and management abilities.

Commercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities.

Expert stakeholder management and related relationship and team management skills.

Demonstrate ability to improve, motivate and encourage others within the workplace, lead and implement change programmes, inspiring colleagues and drive an innovative and supportive culture. Act as a catalyst for change.

Forward thinking, capable of visualising and planning for the longer term.

A broad range of project experience, both within Discipline and multi-disciplinary.

Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively, use own knowledge to support and coach others as required. Actively champion sharing knowledge, ideas and intelligence. Have presentation skills, able to lead and facilitate workshops, training sessions and one to one learning. Influential and persuasive internally and externally, encourages open dialogue and feedback.

Able to establish, build, sustain and share, professional relationships with relevant groups both inside and outside the organisation. Driven to exceed client expectations.

Able to reason logically and apply a systematic process to finding solutions, proactive in responding to problems, able to apply sound logic in situations of ambiguity and problem-solving methodologies across a range of circumstances.

Degree level qualification in civil engineering

Chartered status or working towards chartership

A broad range of project experience across civil design for developments.

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.nJoin 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.nWith us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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 . 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 balancenAt 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.nOur 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 & BelongingnWe welcome applicants with varied 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 a culture of and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & WellbeingnWe are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. 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 timenTo 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.nWe 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 developmentnWe 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.

#WeAreWSPnHere at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or belief, marital status, or maternity/paternity. As a 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.

#J-18808-Ljbffrn

Overview

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 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.nYour Role

A little more about your rolenThe Planning discipline has 800+ consultants and engineers across the UK. Development accounts for 300 of this number located in 15 offices within the UK.nSpecifically supporting the Development part, you will play a key role in the growth aspirations for Southampton and Southwest to South and Southeast region. This senior position will be very much centred on client facing activities, technical leadership and business growth, rather than day-to-day operational management and will play an integral part in supporting the initiative to diversify our team, both in staff numbers and revenue. You will be:nProviding strategic direction and highly visible leadershipnExhibiting and demonstrating behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP core valuesnWorking in partnership with other colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development discipline and sharing of market intelligence, best practice and innovationnEngaging with the Technical Leadership Group (TLG) to promote technical innovation, best practice and technological advancements for infrastructure development for major projectsnLiaising with the Regional Director and local Office Place Leads in setting and agreeing appropriate local team structures / shapes / skills setsnDriving business development by being embedded within local networks of decision makers and establishing lasting relationshipsnWinning work from key accounts and align the business to secure major opportunities and an increasing order booknLeading and support bids by contributing reviewing and authorising submissions and by demonstrating added value both commercially and technicallynActing as Project Manager or Director for major projects and strategically important commissionsnSupporting all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensure the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality)nMentoring of selected colleagues on the Succession Planning Schedule, Emerging Talent schedulenYOUR TEAM

The Development Team is a well-established and high performing discipline within the Planning and Development business unit which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation and handover.nOur vision is to be recognised as the best Development team in the industry. We strive to achieve this through continuous improvement and a management structure comprising of four pillars, namely; Technical Excellence, People, Clients and Operational Excellence.nWe help our clients to promote, implement and manage sustainable development, from pre-feasibility through to planning consent; establish plans and provision for how an area, its accessibility, and needs, will develop over time and guide sustainable future development; and develop multi-disciplinary design from concept through to detailed design and construction.nWe work with public/private sector land promoters and house builders, developers, signature architects, Government, and local authorities. Some of the multi-disciplinary services we provide that you will help deliver include:nCivil engineering, highways design and earthworks strategiesnUtilities, energy planning and coordinationnDrainage, flood risk and SuDSnSite appraisal, due diligence, and strategic planning advice.nWhat we will be looking for you to demonstrate

Inter-personal skills with good leadership and management abilities.nCommercial and strategic capability with a demonstrable track record in having identified and subsequently delivered new business opportunities.nExpert stakeholder management and related relationship and team management skills.nDemonstrate ability to improve, motivate and encourage others within the workplace, lead and implement change programmes, inspiring colleagues and drive an innovative and supportive culture. Act as a catalyst for change.nForward thinking, capable of visualising and planning for the longer term.nA broad range of project experience, both within Discipline and multi-disciplinary.nDemonstrate an ability to communicate effectively, use own knowledge to support and coach others as required. Actively champion sharing knowledge, ideas and intelligence. Have presentation skills, able to lead and facilitate workshops, training sessions and one to one learning. Influential and persuasive internally and externally, encourages open dialogue and feedback.nAble to establish, build, sustain and share, professional relationships with relevant groups both inside and outside the organisation. Driven to exceed client expectations.nAble to reason logically and apply a systematic process to finding solutions, proactive in responding to problems, able to apply sound logic in situations of ambiguity and problem-solving methodologies across a range of circumstances.nDegree level qualification in civil engineeringnChartered status or working towards chartershipnA broad range of project experience across civil design for developments.nDon't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.nImagine 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.nWith us, you can. Apply today.nAbout Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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.nWhat's in it for you?

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Description

Amazon opened its virtual doors in 1995 and strives to be the worldu2019s most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online. The goal of Amazon Logistics is to build a world class last mile operation. Amazon Logistics aims to exceed the expectations of our customers by ensuring that their orders, no matter how large or small, are delivered as quickly, accurately, and cost effectively as possible.

The European Amazon Logistics team is seeking an experienced, innovative, hands on and customer obsessed Process Engineer to drive standardization, integrating the latest technologies in our Delivery Stations and proposing new innovation initiatives.

As a leader of the EU Amazon Logistics Engineering team, you will be responsible for defining the design strategy of the Delivery Stations, managing a highly capable, diverse team of talented design engineers with deep country-specific knowledge to deliver the organization's vision and execute its strategic objectives

This position requires deep customer focus, strong self-motivation and exceptional project management skills. It will involve regular communication with customers and project sponsors at both the World Wide and European level, and requires you to be detail-oriented and comfortable partnering across functional business and technical teams. To be successful in this role, you need to pair strong analytical skills and a data-driven outlook with strong strategic and innovation operations intuition.



Key Job responsibilities:

Drive complex new site designs and legacy site upgrade designs from planning to execution, including automation integration.

Lead and drive technology integration and standardization in WW-wide programs and products, owning all complex layout integrations and optimizations in the assigned Delivery Stations.

Influence and manage senior stakeholders to drive efficiency improvements and innovation in the network

Provide process expertise on engineering design defining complex material flow, conveyor positioning, equipment requirements and real estate implications from process requirements

Lead complex strategic and innovative initiatives and identify project opportunities to improve the processes and stations designs, engaging and influencing their senior key stakeholders.

Provide design direction and effectively communicate the vision, detailed roadmap, and specific technical solutions to make a compelling business case with senior executives.

Influence the successful intake, piloting, and roll out of new innovation initiatives impacting network station designs and operations

Simultaneously manage multiple projects and tasks while effectively influencing, negotiating, and communicating with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors.

Provide technical leadership for large-scale engineering projects



A day in the life

You will lead end to end design for new delivery stations and work to improve existing delivery station processes. You will work with multiple internal and external stakeholders, some of the internal stakeholder include operations, design and construction, launch and expansion, and safety.

You will produce best in class layouts for new launches, optimize the existing stations and present to leadership for approval. You will work on automation program to integrate new technologies into legacy stations.

You will lead projects to create mechanisms to improve the stations and come up with innovative solutions to the complex design issues.



About the team

What do we do?

Our team partners closely with AMZL Operations and support functions to identify, design and develop best-in-class process infrastructure and process layouts, and deliver them as EU AMZL network standards.



Mentorship & Career Growth:

We have a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we celebrate knowledge sharing and mentorship. We also care about your career growth, so we assign projects based on what will help each team member to continue the development.



Inclusive Team Culture:

Our team is intentional about building a climate where respect, equity and positive recognition of differences are cultivated as we think it is the best environment to foster innovation.



Work/Life Harmony:

We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment.

Basic Qualifications

Bacheloru2019s degree in Engineering (any discipline) or foreign equivalent

5+ year experience in a similar management role, ideally in an industrial, logistics or production/manufacturing environment.

Experience in Lean Management, Six Sigma

Project Management skills including large-scale engineering project

High level of written, verbal skills.

Languages required: English

Preferred Qualifications

Masteru2019s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Logistics

Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing.

Certified Black Belt or Green Belt.

Advanced data analysis skills

Knowledge and ability to use standard development tools e.g. AutoCAD.



Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.



Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.



Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Description

Amazon opened its virtual doors in 1995 and strives to be the worldu2019s most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online. The goal of Amazon Logistics is to build a world class last mile operation. Amazon Logistics aims to exceed the expectations of our customers by ensuring that their orders, no matter how large or small, are delivered as quickly, accurately, and cost effectively as possible.

The European Amazon Logistics team is seeking an experienced, innovative, hands on and customer obsessed Process Engineer to drive standardization, integrating the latest technologies in our Delivery Stations and proposing new innovation initiatives.

As a leader of the EU Amazon Logistics Engineering team, you will be responsible for defining the design strategy of the Delivery Stations, managing a highly capable, diverse team of talented design engineers with deep country-specific knowledge to deliver the organization's vision and execute its strategic objectives

This position requires deep customer focus, strong self-motivation and exceptional project management skills. It will involve regular communication with customers and project sponsors at both the World Wide and European level, and requires you to be detail-oriented and comfortable partnering across functional business and technical teams. To be successful in this role, you need to pair strong analytical skills and a data-driven outlook with strong strategic and innovation operations intuition.



Key Job responsibilities:

Drive complex new site designs and legacy site upgrade designs from planning to execution, including automation integration.

Lead and drive technology integration and standardization in WW-wide programs and products, owning all complex layout integrations and optimizations in the assigned Delivery Stations.

Influence and manage senior stakeholders to drive efficiency improvements and innovation in the network

Provide process expertise on engineering design defining complex material flow, conveyor positioning, equipment requirements and real estate implications from process requirements

Lead complex strategic and innovative initiatives and identify project opportunities to improve the processes and stations designs, engaging and influencing their senior key stakeholders.

Provide design direction and effectively communicate the vision, detailed roadmap, and specific technical solutions to make a compelling business case with senior executives.

Influence the successful intake, piloting, and roll out of new innovation initiatives impacting network station designs and operations

Simultaneously manage multiple projects and tasks while effectively influencing, negotiating, and communicating with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors.

Provide technical leadership for large-scale engineering projects



A day in the life

You will lead end to end design for new delivery stations and work to improve existing delivery station processes. You will work with multiple internal and external stakeholders, some of the internal stakeholder include operations, design and construction, launch and expansion, and safety.

You will produce best in class layouts for new launches, optimize the existing stations and present to leadership for approval. You will work on automation program to integrate new technologies into legacy stations.

You will lead projects to create mechanisms to improve the stations and come up with innovative solutions to the complex design issues.



About the team

What do we do?

Our team partners closely with AMZL Operations and support functions to identify, design and develop best-in-class process infrastructure and process layouts, and deliver them as EU AMZL network standards.



Mentorship & Career Growth:

We have a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we celebrate knowledge sharing and mentorship. We also care about your career growth, so we assign projects based on what will help each team member to continue the development.



Inclusive Team Culture:

Our team is intentional about building a climate where respect, equity and positive recognition of differences are cultivated as we think it is the best environment to foster innovation.



Work/Life Harmony:

We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment.

Basic Qualifications

Bacheloru2019s degree in Engineering (any discipline) or foreign equivalent

5+ year experience in a similar management role, ideally in an industrial, logistics or production/manufacturing environment.

Experience in Lean Management, Six Sigma

Project Management skills including large-scale engineering project

High level of written, verbal skills.

Languages required: English

Preferred Qualifications

Masteru2019s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Logistics

Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing.

Certified Black Belt or Green Belt.

Advanced data analysis skills

Knowledge and ability to use standard development tools e.g. AutoCAD.



Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.



Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.



Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Description
Amazon opened its virtual doors in 1995 and strives to be the world's most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online. The goal of Amazon Logistics is to build a world class last mile operation. Amazon Logistics aims to exceed the expectations of our customers by ensuring that their orders, no matter how large or small, are delivered as quickly, accurately, and cost effectively as possible.
The European Amazon Logistics team is seeking an experienced, innovative, hands on and customer obsessed Process Engineer to drive standardization, integrating the latest technologies in our Delivery Stations and proposing new innovation initiatives.
As a leader of the EU Amazon Logistics Engineering team, you will be responsible for defining the design strategy of the Delivery Stations, managing a highly capable, diverse team of talented design engineers with deep country-specific knowledge to deliver the organization's vision and execute its strategic objectives
This position requires deep customer focus, strong self-motivation and exceptional project management skills. It will involve regular communication with customers and project sponsors at both the World Wide and European level, and requires you to be detail-oriented and comfortable partnering across functional business and technical teams. To be successful in this role, you need to pair strong analytical skills and a data-driven outlook with strong strategic and innovation operations intuition.
Key Job responsibilities:
- Drive complex new site designs and legacy site upgrade designs from planning to execution, including automation integration.
- Lead and drive technology integration and standardization in WW-wide programs and products, owning all complex layout integrations and optimizations in the assigned Delivery Stations.
- Influence and manage senior stakeholders to drive efficiency improvements and innovation in the network
- Provide process expertise on engineering design defining complex material flow, conveyor positioning, equipment requirements and real estate implications from process requirements
- Lead complex strategic and innovative initiatives and identify project opportunities to improve the processes and stations designs, engaging and influencing their senior key stakeholders.
- Provide design direction and effectively communicate the vision, detailed roadmap, and specific technical solutions to make a compelling business case with senior executives.
- Influence the successful intake, piloting, and roll out of new innovation initiatives impacting network station designs and operations
- Simultaneously manage multiple projects and tasks while effectively influencing, negotiating, and communicating with internal and external business partners, contractors and vendors.
- Provide technical leadership for large-scale engineering projects
A day in the life
You will lead end to end design for new delivery stations and work to improve existing delivery station processes. You will work with multiple internal and external stakeholders, some of the internal stakeholder include operations, design and construction, launch and expansion, and safety.
You will produce best in class layouts for new launches, optimize the existing stations and present to leadership for approval. You will work on automation program to integrate new technologies into legacy stations.
You will lead projects to create mechanisms to improve the stations and come up with innovative solutions to the complex design issues.
About the team
What do we do?
Our team partners closely with AMZL Operations and support functions to identify, design and develop best-in-class process infrastructure and process layouts, and deliver them as EU AMZL network standards.
Mentorship & Career Growth:
We have a broad mix of experience levels and Amazon tenures, and we celebrate knowledge sharing and mentorship. We also care about your career growth, so we assign projects based on what will help each team member to continue the development.
Inclusive Team Culture:
Our team is intentional about building a climate where respect, equity and positive recognition of differences are cultivated as we think it is the best environment to foster innovation.
Work/Life Harmony:
We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (any discipline) or foreign equivalent
- 5+ year experience in a similar management role, ideally in an industrial, logistics or production/manufacturing environment.
- Experience in Lean Management, Six Sigma
- Project Management skills including large-scale engineering project
- High level of written, verbal skills.
- Languages required: English
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, or Logistics
- Experience with complex automated material handling equipment, packaging technologies, and systems including robotics and high-speed manufacturing.
- Certified Black Belt or Green Belt.
- Advanced data analysis skills
- Knowledge and ability to use standard development tools e.g. AutoCAD.
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.