Wood
Design, build, and advance the world through consulting and engineering
22 hours ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Orlando, Florida, United States
Onsite
Company Size
~35,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
The role is based in Orlando, Florida, within Wood's Transmission and Distribution team. It is ideal for candidates with significant high‑voltage transmission OHL design experience who are eager to develop the team and grow their leadership skills. The position entails managing the engineering team and ensuring deliverables meet contract specifications, program timelines, and budget constraints.
- Lead and manage the overhead line engineering team to deliver projects within contract specifications, schedule, and budget.
- Apply extensive high‑voltage transmission OHL design expertise to client capital investment decisions.
- Mentor and develop team members while expanding personal leadership capabilities.
- Support decarbonisation and new energy initiatives across large mining and energy projects.
- Work on meaningful, high‑impact projects for industry leaders.
Requirements
Benefits
Wood offers meaningful and interesting projects delivered to industry leaders across the Technical Consulting & Decarbonization sector. Flexible working arrangements balance client, team, and individual needs while reinforcing the company's commitment to diversity and inclusion. Employee networks ensure all voices are heard, fostering an inclusive workplace.
Compensation includes a competitive salary with regular market‑based reviews, a flexible benefits package adaptable to personal lifestyles, and a commitment to continuous professional development through tailored development plans. Employees gain global connections by collaborating with experts worldwide who shape industry standards. This supportive environment encourages growth and innovation.
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and personal needs.
- Receive a competitive salary with regular market‑based reviews.
- Access a flexible benefits package tailored to lifestyle preferences.
- Benefit from continuous professional development and individualized growth plans.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
₤5.9 billion
Revenue
The company reported total revenue of $5.9 billion, reflecting an 8% increase from the previous year’s $5.5 billion.
9% growth
Adjusted EBITDA
Wood's adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) grew by 9%, reaching $423 million.
40% of pipeline
Sustainable Solutions
Sustainable solutions now account for over 40% of the company's bidding pipeline, highlighting a strong focus on green initiatives.
- Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, primarily serving the energy and materials markets.
- The company offers a wide array of services including project and construction management, operations and maintenance, and engineering design across various sectors such as oil and gas, chemicals, renewable energy, and infrastructure.
- Wood operates in multiple countries including Australia, Canada, England, UAE, and the US, with a growing emphasis on sustainable energy and decarbonization technologies.
- The company provides an integrated service model covering advisory, design, delivery, operational support, and repurposing services.
Culture + Values
- The company foster a culture emphasize collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
- Create an environment where employees enjoy coming to work and clients eager to engage.
- Focus on core values and behaviors, including commitment, courage, and agility in delivering solutions.
- Leadership plays a crucial role in monitoring and nurturing the culture.
- Engage with the workforce regularly to ensure effective implementation across the organization.
- The company's values support strategic goals structured around three main pillars: Inspired Culture, Performance Excellence, and Profitable Growth.
- These pillars guide operations and decision-making processes, aligning with the needs of employees, clients, and shareholders.
- Aim to leverage expertise and dedication of global team to drive sustainable solutions and make meaningful impact on the world.
Environment + Sustainability
65% reduction
Cumulative Emissions Reduction
The cumulative reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from the 2019 baseline.
55% renewable energy
Sourced Electricity
Proportion of purchased electricity now sourced from certified renewable energy sources.
40% pipeline
Sustainable Solutions
The portion of the sales pipeline now comprised of sustainable solutions, supporting the energy transition.
21% revenue
Sustainable Solutions
The proportion of total group revenue generated from sustainable solutions.
- Focus on transitioning to renewable energy sources and enhancing energy efficiency across operations.
- Committed to reducing single-use plastics and promoting sustainable practices within the supply chain.
- Actively involved in renewable energy, hydrogen, and carbon capture and storage projects, representing a significant portion of revenue.
- Working on more than half of the world’s carbon capture and storage projects.
- Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, aligning with the Paris Agreement.
- Member of the United Nations Global Compact, committing to uphold principles in human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption.
- Holds an AA rating in the MSCI ESG Ratings and Silver in the 2023 Ecovadis Sustainability Rating.
- Targets to have 100% of suppliers incorporate Building Responsibly Principles into their supply chains by 2030, with all labor suppliers expected to comply by 2025.
Inclusion & Diversity
32% Female Representation
2022 Female Representation
The company achieved 32% female representation in 2022.
48% Female Intake
2023 Early Career Roles
In 2023, 48% of early career roles were filled by women.
23.3% GPG
Gender Pay Gap 2023
The company's Gender Pay Gap decreased to 23.3% in 2023 from 26.0% in 2022.
40% FemaleLeadership Target
2030 Female Leadership Goal
The company aims for 40% female representation in senior leadership by 2030.
- Ongoing efforts include refreshing and expanding employee networks, empowering leadership teams with action plans for sustainable, inclusive change, maintaining focus on balanced early career stage intake, and ongoing tracking of diversity statistics.
- Ensures fair pay practices, confirming that pay disparities are due to the gender distribution across roles, not equal pay issues.
- DEI progress is measured quarterly, with oversight provided by the Board through the Nomination Committee.