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. As the premier design, engineering and environmental consultancy in Aotearoa New Zealand, WSP exists to future-proof our cities and environment. We are proud to have the blueprint of Aotearoa New Zealand in our DNA and our 2,500 expert professionals in 35 offices are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve. Service Line Leader – Transport Design Auckland location is preferred but we will consider Wellington and Christchurch locations. The Service Line Leader Transport Design is responsible for delivering technical excellence in the digital design of transport infrastructure in all phases of delivery. The role is also responsible for building a culture of high-performance centred on innovation, collaboration and technical capability that transforms the way in which we design and deliver transport projects within a digital environment. You will be responsible for growing the service line by providing expert consulting services to clients on across all projects within Transport. By leading, growing and developing a market leading team of approximately 30 FTE, you will also support the strategic growth of the business through outstanding service delivery and positioning our capability as #1 in the market. Develop business to business growth and sales plans, including implementation of sub sector and service line strategies, client strategies and market development strategies. Lead and build a high-performance learning organisation with a culture of exceptional collaboration, and role model values and desired behaviours. Promote effective teamwork, proactively encouraging working collaboratively across boundaries. Act as a Senior Project Manager/Project Director with a strong focus on service excellence for Transport Design projects. Effectively plan projects and assist project managers to correctly scope their projects with appropriate inputs, outputs, implementation activities, verification and technical review. Provide operational management and leadership of the service line to achieve exceptional outcomes for our clients and our stakeholders through maximising commercial, people and project outcomes. Ensuring that service lines are connected and work seamlessly with other service lines, sub-sectors, and other operational parts of the business is a key factor of success. Manage the service line, creating a sustainable and balanced team structure. Partner with the leadership team to drive business efficiencies and performance. Lead staff in Transport Design to maximise their career satisfaction, augment their skills and ensure successful project outcomes. Manage the pipeline to create a sustainable long term business model. Empowerment, guidance and governance of the Team Leaders, Technical Principals and senior members within the group. Contribute to the success of our business in meeting its business and strategic objectives by providing appropriate technical advice and ensuring effective management of clients, staff and projects. Participate in business development, business and strategic planning for the Transport team. Prepare and lead client presentations and/or proposals. About you: Relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering required (Civil or Transport Engineering preferred) CPEng accreditation or ability to gain it within a 9 month period. CMEngNZ (Engineering Technologist) will also be considered. Appropriate WSP PMAF accreditation or equivalent. Preferably minimum of 10 years' professional experience in a design delivery related discipline. Preferably minimum of 5 years' experience in an infrastructure design related management position. Demonstrated ability and experience in software used within the Service Line such as (OpenRoads, Civil3D, 12D, etc). Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams. Expertise in service line – recognised name within NZ as leader in delivering the service. Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. WSP NZ has proudly earned its place among the top five employers to work for in Aotearoa New Zealand, as recognised in Randstad's latest employer survey. In addition, WSP has been listed as one of TIME's 2023 top 100 companies globally for employees. Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. With us, you can. Apply today. We will review applications as they come in, so if this opportunity sounds like you, don't wait to apply! WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our over 65,000 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With 2,300 professionals across Aotearoa New Zealand, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. WSP is one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our over 65,000 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. 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