WSP is at the forefront of delivering some of the UK’s most complex and high-profile ground investigation programmes. As our Large Ground Investigation Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and growing this capability, leading the pursuit and delivery of major, technically challenging projects that support some of the most significant infrastructure, development and environmental programmes in the market.
This is a unique opportunity to drive a business-critical service offering, working across sectors and disciplines to position WSP as the partner of choice for large-scale ground investigation. You will influence strategy, develop new opportunities, lead major commissions and champion excellence in safety, commercial performance and technical delivery.
You will join a market-leading team of more than 200 specialists united by a passion for understanding the geosphere and delivering innovative solutions that create value for our clients and communities.
A little more about your role…
The Role:
As Large Ground Investigation Lead, you will define WSP's approach to winning and delivering major ground investigation programmes. Acting as a visible leader across the business, you will bring together technical excellence, commercial acumen and strategic thinking to grow our market presence and deliver industry-leading outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Setting the strategic direction for large-scale ground investigation across WSP, driving growth, innovation and market differentiation.
• Working closely with sector leads and key client teams to identify, develop and secure major opportunities.
• Building and maintaining a robust strong pipeline of high-value opportunities, particularly where WSP can lead the design, management and delivery of ground investigation works.
• Providing leadership and consistency to how we approach large GI – from early engagement through to delivery.
• Acting as the technical lead on major GI projects, setting direction, providing oversight and ensuring delivery against scope, programme and budget. Ensuring risks area understood early and managed properly throughout the project.
• Driving continuous improvements in how we deliver GI at scale, through innovation, digital solutions, data utilisation and best practice.
• Developing strong relationships with key clients, contractors and industry stakeholders, enhancing WSP's profile and reputation in the market.
• Championing collaboration across disciplines to maximise opportunities where ground investigation forms part of a wider, integrated WSP solution.
This is a senior leadership position within Ground & Water and will require visible leadership across the business. You will be expected to:
• Lead by example in health, safety and wellbeing, creating a culture where people thrive and return home safely every day.
• Promote an inclusive, collaborative and high-performing environment where people feel valued, empowered and motivated to succeed.
• Actively contribute to Ground & Water, Earth & Environment and wider business leadership initiatives, helping shape future strategy and performance.
• Identify and communicate risks, opportunities and emerging trends, driving proactive solutions across the business.
• Maintain a broad understanding of WSP's Ground & Water and wider Earth & Environment services, recognising opportunities to create value through integrated technical solutions.
• Serve as an ambassador for WSP, representing the business with clients, industry bodies and the wider professional community.
• Support the development of future leaders and technical specialists, helping strengthen and grow our capability.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…
• Strong track record in winning, designing and delivering large ground investigations.
• Experience acting as Project Director on complex, multidisciplinary programmes.
• Good commercial awareness and experience contributing to bids.
• Credible with clients and able to operate at a senior level.
• Comfortable leading teams and working across disciplines.
• Chartered (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
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.
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