Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
3 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
55,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
client relations
contract management
project reviews
financial management
governance
collaboration
The Regional Director will be accountable for the performance of contracts with Rhondda Cynon Taf, Merthyr Tydfil and Bridgend Councils, acting as a trusted partner and Key Client Lead or Sponsor. Success will require a strong client‑focused culture, technical excellence, commercial discipline and collaborative relationships across the wider WSP network, with a visible local presence of about three days per week in offices or client sites.
- Build a regional culture aligned to WSP values through cross‑business collaboration and open communication.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as Key Client Lead or Sponsor.
- Drive operational excellence and ensure contracts meet financial targets.
- Lead project reviews to uphold technical and commercial best practices.
- Establish effective organisational structures, including succession planning.
- Foster multi‑disciplinary collaboration across WSP.
- Champion health, safety, and wellbeing initiatives regionally.
- Support the Strategic Pursuits team in regional contract bids.
- Lead recruitment to meet client, project and budget demands.
- Ensure governance, risk management and compliance with quality standards.
Requirements
local government
welsh challenges
commercial acumen
stakeholder mgmt
change leadership
problem solving
Candidates must demonstrate broad project experience in the Local Government sector, a deep understanding of Welsh local authority challenges, strong commercial insight within matrix‑managed organisations, and excellent stakeholder management skills. The role also demands the ability to lead change, inspire innovation, think long‑term, and apply sound problem‑solving and logical reasoning.
- Demonstrated broad project experience in the Local Government sector.
- Deep understanding of Local Government challenges across Wales.
- Strong commercial acumen and experience in matrix‑managed organisations.
- Excellent stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills.
- Proven ability to lead change programmes and inspire innovation.
- Forward‑thinking with long‑term planning capability.
- Strong problem‑solving and logical reasoning abilities.
Benefits
What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP you will find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you, leveraging our global reach to take on new challenges with diverse, talented colleagues. The closing date for applications is Friday 6th February 2026.
Benefits at WSP include a hybrid working model, flexible "WSP My Hour" for personal activities, inclusive culture with employee resource groups, comprehensive health and wellbeing programmes, flexible working arrangements, and strong development support through training, mentoring and chartership opportunities.
- Hybrid working: two days remote plus collaboration in modern offices.
- Work‑life balance initiatives, including "WSP My Hour" for personal activities.
- Inclusive culture with employee resource groups and support for diverse backgrounds.
- Health & wellbeing programmes, virtual GP, Gymflex discount, menopause support.
- Flexible working options, part‑time, additional leave purchase, bank holiday flexibility.
- Development opportunities through training, mentoring and Chartership support.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
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.