Development Planning Technical Director (Development)

About the Role

The role supports the Development team, which provides transport planning, civil infrastructure and urban design for development and master‑planning projects across the North East and nationally. As Technical Director you will drive business growth, client‑facing activities, market strategy and technical leadership, while helping to diversify the team’s staff numbers and revenue. WSP assists clients in promoting, implementing and managing sustainable development, from pre‑feasibility studies through planning consent to detailed design and construction. The firm creates plans that guide accessibility, growth and long‑term sustainability for communities. • Identify and pursue new business opportunities, leveraging a network of clients, co‑professionals and colleagues to win work and increase market share for the Development team. • Liaise with the Regional Director for Development North and local office lead to set and agree appropriate growth targets and plans. • Liaise with public / private sector clients and key stakeholders, such as local planning authorities, to build trusted relationships. • Provide technical advice to clients and support them through the planning and design process. • Work closely with colleagues to ensure coordination across the Development team and share market intelligence, best practice and innovation. • Lead and support bids, including reviewing and authorising submissions, demonstrating commercial and technical added value. • Act as Project Director for major projects and strategically important commissions. • Support all aspects associated with H&S / Corporate Responsibility and ensure the team complies with SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality).

Key Responsibilities

• ▸business development
• ▸client liaison
• ▸technical advice
• ▸bid management
• ▸project direction
• ▸safety compliance

What You Bring

• Exhibit and demonstrate behaviours and attitudes in accordance with WSP’s core values. • Degree‑level qualification in transport planning or civil engineering. • Chartered status. • Commercial and strategic capability with a proven track record of identifying and delivering new business opportunities. • Excellent interpersonal skills with established leadership and management experience. • Proven work‑winning track record. • Broad range of relevant project experience.

Requirements

• ▸chartered
• ▸transport planning
• ▸business development
• ▸leadership
• ▸work‑winning
• ▸project experience

Benefits

At WSP you can leverage a global scale to contribute to landmark projects, collaborate with leading experts, and shape a career that reflects your unique strengths. The firm encourages curiosity, celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives, and offers the opportunity to do work that the world needs. The company employs more than 69,000 professionals worldwide, including over 9,000 in the UK and Ireland, all united by a purpose to create lasting positive impact. Flexible hybrid working, inclusive culture, wellbeing programmes and continuous development opportunities are offered to support employees. • Hybrid working policy: two days remote per week with modern office collaboration. • Emphasis on work‑life balance, including “WSP My Hour” for personal activities. • Inclusive culture with employee resource groups and support for diverse backgrounds. • Health & wellbeing programmes such as Thrive, Virtual GP, Gymflex discounts, and menopause support. • Flexible arrangements: part‑time, additional leave purchase, and adaptable bank holiday use. • Development opportunities through training, mentoring, and support for Chartership.

Work Environment

Hybrid