Technical Director - Roads

Role Overview: As the Technical Lead for Roads at WSP India, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing a team of professionals to deliver cutting-edge engineering solutions for road infrastructure projects. Your expertise in the UK road industry, combined with your innovative thinking, will be key in identifying and solving complex problems while ensuring compliance with regulations and efficient project management. Your role will also involve promoting innovation, efficiency, and collaboration within the team to contribute to the development and maintenance of safe and environmentally conscious road infrastructure in the UK. Key Responsibilities: - Provide visionary leadership to a team of road design engineers, guiding them in delivering high-quality engineering solutions. - Manage all technical aspects of road infrastructure projects, ensuring adherence to UK standards such as DMRB, MCHW, and BS codes. - Drive innovation and engineering excellence throughout project lifecycles. - Offer expert guidance and support for road design and related technical activities. - Supervise and mentor engineers in survey assessments and road design preparations. - Deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and meeting top-tier quality benchmarks. - Strengthen client relationships, enhance team capabilities, and contribute to business development efforts. - Oversee project management functions, including forecasting, resource planning, and commercial governance. - Collaborate with project directors and managers to align technical inputs with project goals and client expectations. - Lead performance reviews, promotions, and professional development initiatives for team members. - Foster a culture of continuous learning, mentorship, and growth of technical skills within the team. - Conduct periodic town halls and drive Technical Leadership Group initiatives to enhance the team's technical profile in compliance with UK industry requirements. - Serve as a technical liaison across regional teams in India and the UK. - Assist resource teams with bid preparation and strategic pursuits to allocate adequate resources meeting scope and client requirements. Qualifications: - Bachelor's/Master's degree in a Highways related discipline such as Civil Engineering. - Chartered Engineer status from a recognized professional institution (e.g., ICE, CIHT) is preferred. - Substantial experience in managing large-scale structural projects. - Solid understanding of various contract forms to effectively manage project scope and design responsibilities. - At least 20 years of experience in design and management of UK roads, project management, project delivery, or leadership in a consulting engineering environment. Note: Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India. Candidates are advised to ensure the accuracy and completeness of all information provided during the recruitment process.,