Building Technology Systems - Airport Sector Lead - Technical Director (Building Services)

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 aviation programme and digital transformation lead will provide leadership across complex global aviation programmes, with a focus on sustainability, digital transformation, airport design, systems integration, and operational readiness. Reshape and deliver mission critical aviation initiatives in alignment with regulatory, operational, and sustainability targets while introducing innovative digital and technology solutions across major aviation environments. You will be leading multi‑year, multi‑stakeholder aviation programmes from concept through delivery overseeing design and delivery of airport systems including specialist Airport Operational Systems (AODB, ESB/IB, RMS, BRS, CUPPS/CUSS), ICT, security, smart airport systems, and digital infrastructure. As an experienced systems integrator you will guide projects across multiple airport systems, ensuring seamless interoperability. The role suits an individual with experience in all parts of the aviation project lifecycle from feasibility studies through to operational readiness and transition dealing with both airport operators and airlines. You may represent the organisation at international aviation forums, exhibitions, and aviation working groups.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Leadership of complex specialist airport systems design and integration projects
• Previous implementation of digital transformation projects in aviation
• Experience of advisory and design and engineering consultancy

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.

Benefits

• 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.
• Health and 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. Additionally, we provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need.
• 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.
• Development and training: 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.

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.