HVDC Projects Director (Energy)

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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:

Join our multi-disciplinary offshore transmission team, supporting asset owners and operators of HVDC systems throughout all lifecycle stages of a project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fulfil the role of Project Director for WSP in delivery of HVDC Projects (such as Tarchon, MaresConnect, Celtic Interconnector)
• Deliver expert advice and services to our Clients relating to the development, construction and operation of HVDC projects
• Lead and develop Client relationships with UK TSOs and private developers (offshore wind and interconnectors)
• Strengthen relationships with WSP in other regions (USA, Canada and Australia in particular)
• Represent WSP with participation in industry events

What would a typical week look like?

• Regular team meeting to discuss the plan for the week and news and developments across the industry
• Regular meetings with Clients to discuss progress and delivery
• Internal key account management meetings with colleagues from other service lines in WSP
• Travel to UK location for 1-2 days to attend project workshops, site visit or project meetings
• Review of project deliverables from HVDC manufacturers
• Compose technical notes or presentation materials to provide advice to Client teams
• Support to WSP proposal to secure new project work
• Attend WSP Energy "Decision to Bid" meeting
• Attend interviews with candidates interested to join the team

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:

• Expert knowledge of HVDC construction contracts, interface management, regulatory and commercial matters to support our team and clients in the delivery of "non-technical" services.
• Experience and knowledge of HVDC projects throughout your career.
• Experience of project and resource management in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment.

Job Info

• Job Identification 67396
• Locations Newcastle Business Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7YQ, GB 70 Chancery Lane, London, WC2A 1AF, GB 8 First Street, Manchester, M15 4RP, GB Wharfside Street, Birmingham, B1 1RT, GB 3 Wellington Place, Leeds, LS1 4AP, GB 110 Queen Street, Glasgow, G1 3BX, GB
• Posting Date 03/14/2025, 10:54 AM

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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.

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.