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Principal Lighting Designer
Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Lead high‑profile lighting design projects and drive studio growth in the Middle East.
22 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Office Full-Time
Company Size
55,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Environmental Services
Sustainability
Urban Planning
+17 more
Sector Specialisms
Waste Management and Landfill
Water & Wastewater Tunnels
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Water Supply and Distribution
Parks and Open Spaces
Rail and Transit Advisory
Rail Design
Rail Electrification
+18 more
Role
Description
lighting design
client facing
resource planning
proposal development
studio innovation
team mentoring
Contribute to strengthening WSP’s lighting design presence and thought leadership in the Middle East.
Lead complex lighting design projects end-to-end, ensuring creative and technical excellence.
Act as a primary client-facing representative: presentations, stakeholder management, and design direction.
Oversee project resourcing, team allocation, and workflow planning.
Lead internal initiatives to support studio growth, innovation, and design standards.
Line-manage and mentor junior team members (1–2 direct reports).
Collaborate on and develop high-quality proposals, bids, and design submissions.
Requirements
lighting design
business development
presentation
budget management
leadership
8-10 years
High level of design sensitivity, creativity, and strategic thinking.
Experience with conceptual, technical, and detailed lighting design packages.
Ability to support business growth, develop proposals, and win work.
Strong visual communication, presentation, and storytelling skills.
Demonstrate strong commercial understanding, including budget management, financial tracking, and scope control.
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams.
Experience in managing client relationships and delivering to tight timelines.
8–10 years’ experience in architectural/creative lighting design.
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Company
Overview
Founded 1959
Year Established
The company was established in 1959, marking its beginning as a global leader in engineering and consulting.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
WSP operates in over 40 countries worldwide, delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors.
Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions.
Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail.
Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments.
Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.
Culture + Values
78% global leadership
Internal Leadership Filling
Over 75% of global leadership positions were filled internally over the past three years.
3.7% retention increase
Employee Retention
Achieved a notable increase in global employee retention in 2024.
>75% internal filling
Leadership Hiring Practices
Over three-quarters of leadership roles have been filled internally since 2022.
Ethisphere recognition
Ethical Compliance
Recognized by Ethisphere for maintaining strong ethical values as a Compliance Leader Verification.
Environment + Sustainability
68% drop emissions
Emissions Reduction
Significant reduction in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2018 levels.
65.1% SDG-linked
Sustainable Revenue
Percentage of annualized revenues aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.
90% emission reduction
Long-term Goal
Aim to reduce total emissions (scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2040 compared to 2018 levels.
30% scope 3 reduction
Supply Chain Emissions
Target to reduce scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.
Committed to net zero across value chain by 2040 (SBTi-approved)
Science-based targets: reduce absolute scope 1&2 emissions by 60% by 2030 vs 2018
Inclusion & Diversity
No DEI content per instruction.
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