Lead -Environmental Planning and Advisory
WSPJohannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Posted October 28, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
WSP is a leading professional services consulting firm specializing in advisory services, transportation and infrastructure, energy, engineering, planning, environmental management, buildings, water, property, scientific research, and program management. With a Future Ready® mindset, WSP delivers sustainable solutions that shape communities for generations to come.
Job Description
This role seeks a dynamic Lead to lead the Africa Environmental Planning and Advisory (EPA) team. Responsibilities include overseeing environmental planning initiatives, providing strategic advisory services, and ensuring sustainable development practices. The candidate will be responsible for technical and financial performance of the team, client engagement and building international business.
Requirements
- Demonstrated leadership experience
- 18+ years experience as an environmental and/or social specialist leading and delivering ESIA/ESDD consulting assignments
- Registered Pr. Sci. Nat or equivalent (recommended)
- Project experience across conventional & renewable power generation, mining, ports, and oil & gas
- Knowledgeable in air quality, ecological impact, and various social sub-disciplines
- Experience in Sub Sahara Africa and ability to travel