WSP in the UK & Ireland
Associate / Associate Director – Minerals and Waste
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We’re looking for an Associate / Associate Director to join our growing minerals and waste team. This post represents a challenging growth opportunity to direct, manage and deliver minerals and waste inputs to a range of projects for a wide client base.Our projects are varied in nature and at the leading edge of professional practice, so this is a great opportunity to use your experience to further develop your career and help guide and shape our continued growth.
This is a strategic role with responsibility for winning work, leading projects and shaping our sector growth, working with a diverse client base on complex and high-profile schemes.
What You’ll Do
Lead and deliver minerals and waste planning projects across the full lifecycle Provide expert planning and environmental advice to clients and project teams Manage project performance (technical, commercial, H&S and quality) Build strong client relationships and support business development activity Contribute to bids, frameworks and new opportunities Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable outcomes Mentor and support colleagues, fostering an inclusive team culture
Essential
What we’re looking for
Degree (or equivalent experience) in planning, environmental or related discipline Experience delivering minerals and waste projects in the UK Strong understanding of UK planning systems and EIA Ability to lead projects and manage client relationships Excellent communication and report writing skills Proven people management experience and a track record of developing and upskilling internal teams.
Desirable
Chartered or working towards chartership (RTPI, IEMA, RICS or similar) Experience in business development and winning work Knowledge of emerging policy and stakeholder engagement
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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.
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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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