Deputy Service Line Director - Low Carbon; Energy

Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

The Deputy Service Line Director will play a key leadership role in supporting the delivery and growth of WSP’s Low Carbon Service Line
, which includes the Thermal Power and Gas & Hydrogen business lines. With core activities spanning OCGT and CCGT, CCUS, hydrogen, and gas transmission and distribution, the business currently comprises around 100 staff, generating approximately £10M in Net Revenue with an operating margin in excess of 30%. Working closely with the Service Line Director, you will help shape the future direction of the business by driving growth in existing markets and supporting expansion into detailed design and other molecule‑based energy transition areas such as power station upgrades, biomethane, and sustainable fuels.

The role will focus on growing the Thermal Power business line. Given the breadth of the portfolio and complexity of framework pricing and competitive bidding, the role demands strong commercial acumen, strategic thinking, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines and geographies.

• Support the Service Line Director in delivering the budget, growth, and profitability targets for the Energy Transition service line.
• Work with Strategic Growth Leads and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to define strategic priorities, engage clients, and champion WSP’s Energy Transition offering.
• Deputise for the Service Line Director as required, ensuring effective leadership, governance, and delivery continuity.
• Contribute to the development and execution of pricing strategies and competitive bids for major frameworks and tenders.
• Lead selected key client accounts (typically 1–2) and strategic pursuits, driving client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Proactively collaborate with the wider WSP business to promote cross‑sector growth within the UK and internationally.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving productivity, developing commercial awareness, and fostering a high‑performance culture.
• Mentor team members, supporting their professional growth and business development skills.
• Promote a culture of health, safety, environment, quality, and wellbeing (HSEQ&W) excellence.
• Actively contribute to WSP’s thought leadership, market insight, and innovation agenda in the energy transition space.

• Demonstrable experience supporting or leading growth in energy or infrastructure businesses. Experience delivering engineering services to the Thermal Power sector is essential.
• Proven ability to work effectively within multi‑disciplinary teams across complex projects.
• Demonstrable operational management capability.
• Strong commercial and financial awareness, with a track record of contributing to revenue and margin growth.
• Familiarity with digital and data‑driven innovation in the energy transition sector.
• Excellent client‑facing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Evidence of fostering a positive team culture and encouraging a growth mindset.

Work‑life balance – hybrid working policy allows you to work from home two days a week and collaborate in our modern offices across the UK. Inclusivity & belonging – we welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging authentic selves lth & wellbeing – Thrive programme, virtual GP service, reasonable adjustments, Gymflex scheme, and menopause support package. Flex your time – “WSP My Hour” gives you one hour each day for personal activities, with flexibility to make up the time.

Part‑time and flexible working arrangements, additional leave options, and bank holiday entitlement adjustments. Development – training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities.

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