Description
WSP is looking for an Associate Director to play a pivotal role in the rapid growth of their Hydromorphology Service Line, focusing on watercourse Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) and Water Framework Directive (WFD) assessment and advisory work.
The successful candidate will lead high-quality water BNG delivery and support a growing pipeline of WFD-related advisory work. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and technically reviewing application of the Watercourse BNG Metric, including reviews of River Condition Assessments
- Leading and reviewing Water Framework Directive (WFD) compliance assessments
- Providing senior technical support to the watercourse BNG team
- Supporting business planning, sales, and bid development for watercourse BNG, WFD, and hydromorphology
- Identifying opportunities to expand watercourse BNG delivery pipelines
- Overseeing and advising on Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans (HMMPs) to secure BNG for 30 years
- Providing high-level technical direction on multidisciplinary projects where both WFD and BNG are being completed
- Contributing to or advising on landowner engagement strategies for off-site BNG delivery
- Supporting the development of innovative approaches to river restoration, enhancement, and nature-based solutions
The ideal candidate will have:
- A degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Geography, Environmental Science, Ecology)
- Professional membership (e.g., CIWEM, CIEEM, RGS), ideally Chartered
- River Condition Assessment accreditation
- Strong track record in watercourse BNG, including application of the metric and delivery of net gain strategies
- Ability to integrate WFD compliance, watercourse BNG, river restoration, and nature-based solutions into coherent project strategies
- Knowledge of Habitat Management and Monitoring Plans (HMMPs) and long-term stewardship
- Experience managing projects, programmes, and multidisciplinary teams
WSP offers flexibility on location, with hubs in Scotland, Leeds, London, and Bristol, and is committed to professional growth and development.