Overview
In this Technical Director role, you drive asset intelligence strategies within WSP’s Asset Management practice to support evidence-based decisions across the asset lifecycle. You will combine data, engineering knowledge and analytics to improve performance and manage risk for road, rail, aviation, local government and energy sectors. You lead cross-functional teams, develop roadmaps, and implement integrated solutions across information systems, forecasting and reporting. You’ll shape asset intelligence capabilities and mentor consultants, contributing to bold, worldwide projects. This is a role for a senior professional who thrives on strategic impact and transformation.
Pay / Benefits
- hybrid working policy
- Thrive wellbeing programme
- Virtual GP service
- gymflex scheme
- menopause support package
- flexible working arrangements
Responsibilities
- Assess client maturity across asset data, analytics, systems, governance, people and decision processes
- Lead the development of asset intelligence strategies and implementation roadmaps
- Translate asset management and business needs into information, analytical and technology requirements
- Integrate asset, condition, performance, cost, maintenance and risk data to support decision-making
- Lead the development of dashboards, risk and forecasting models and decision-support solutions
- Embed asset intelligence into lifecycle planning, investment prioritisation, maintenance and operational processes
- Advise clients on data quality, information governance, asset information requirements and system integration
- Manage consulting assignments, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget
- Build client relationships, support business development and develop WSP’s asset intelligence capability
- Mentor and develop a team of consultants, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture and ensuring SH&W requirements are met
- Opportunity to develop the team further through networking across our wider teams
Key requirements
- Significant experience in asset management, asset information, infrastructure analytics, digital asset management and lifecycle decision-making
- Knowledge of asset performance, risk-based planning, investment prioritisation and whole-life value
- Experience working with asset, condition, performance, maintenance, cost, risk and geospatial data
- Understanding of data governance, information quality, metadata and information assurance
- Experience with forecasting, scenario analysis, deterioration modelling, risk modelling or optimisation
- Expertise in ISO 55000, asset lifecycle planning, investment planning, risk-based asset management strategies and digital transformation in asset management
- Leadership and decision-making skills for large-scale projects and advising senior leadership
- Excellent communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences, including presentations
- Experience with asset data systems, configuring or specifying EAM, CMMS and DSTs
- Strong project management skills with delivery of complex tasks and milestones
- Strong professional network in transportation or broader infrastructure industries
- Chartered or Incorporated professional registration
- Willingness to collaborate in various team sizes and formats (online and in person)
- BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng or equivalent in a relevant discipline
- Leadership
- Excellent communication (verbal and written)
- Collaboration and teamwork
- ISO 55000
- Asset lifecycle planning
- Data governance and information quality
Technical Director - Asset Intelligence in London employer: WSP Group
At WSP, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration among our talented team. As a Major Projects Executive in Western Australia, you will not only lead transformative transport infrastructure projects but also benefit from executive-level remuneration, flexible working arrangements, and robust leadership development pathways. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the support of a close-knit community dedicated to your professional growth and well-being.
