Technical Director, Environmental Consultant (EIA)

Technical Director, Environmental Consultant (EIA)

WSP

Naas, Ireland

A little more about your role…

As a Technical Director of Environmental Impact Assessment, you will provide direction to our portfolio of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) in a variety of sectors, including electricity transmission, renewable energy, gas and other energy and infrastructure projects. The role will also require a skilled consultant who can guide regulatory processes, advise clients, and support stakeholder engagement for our projects.

The role would suit an enthusiastic individual looking to influence, lead and deliver environmental elements of engineering projects. You will have responsibility for directing and leading projects including tasks relating to recruitment, bidding, project team management, project delivery, and financial management.

• Play a key role in the expansion and diversification of our offer in energy and linear infrastructure, working alongside sector leads and client account managers to provide thought leadership and win new business;
• Providing environmental advice and support to clients, project managers and colleagues;
• Working with colleagues, diverse environmental specialists, clients and engineering teams to promote sustainable design and environmental enhancement;
• Leading large, multiple, and complex projects, overseeing our performance on technical, quality, commercial, and health and safety;
• Building relationships with clients and identifying opportunities to provide support in areas such as resourcing, programming, strategy development and project delivery;
• Proactively seeking to develop new client relationships and actively seeking opportunities for marketing services and cross-selling, including presenting at conferences on behalf of WSP;
• Undertaking activities to secure new work, including developing proposals for complex opportunities, delivering strategic level bids and framework opportunities, and undertaking business development opportunities;
• Leading on and contributing to the development of innovative techniques to shape the way we do our business whether through Digital EIA, Technical Excellence, Future Ready EIA etc.;
• Driving performance improvement and career advancement opportunities across team;
• Promoting and building team culture and being identified as a ‘go to’ person within the wider team, supporting others in problem solving and achieving team and business goals;
• Promoting an inclusive workplace, demonstrating an understanding of Health and Safety whilst living the values of our health, safety, and wellbeing culture;
• Undertaking actions that contribute towards the success of the WSP business strategy, whilst being self-motivated towards goals relevant to the role, team, and your projects.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Relevant environmental/planning degree or equivalent experience;
• Demonstrable experience in EIA delivery for major energy or infrastructure schemes;
• In-depth knowledge of Irish planning legislation and EU directives; experience engaging with An Coimisiún Pleanála and public consultations;
• Thorough knowledge of a diverse range of environmental issues;
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and multi-disciplinary teams, providing guidance and mentorship to other staff;
• A track record of leading client communications and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders, regulators, and the public, with a strong understanding of public consultation and stakeholder engagement processes;
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to strategic planning, win new work through bids and proposals, and enhance reputation in the energy T&D sector;
• Proven track record of developing and upskilling internal teams;
• Evidence of successfully driving business growth;
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written;
• Chartership of a relevant professional body.