
divh2Associate Director Services/h2pWSP is seeking an accomplished Associate Director services to lead and grow our Middle East Commissioning Advisory practice. This role will spearhead the delivery of independent commissioning management, technical assurance, and handover advisory services across major building and infrastructure projects in the Middle East./ppThe successful candidate will shape strategy, lead multidisciplinary teams, and ensure that WSP remains the trusted advisor for clients seeking high-performance, compliant, and operationally ready assets./ph3Responsibilities/h3pLead and expand the Commissioning Advisory services team, setting vision, delivery standards, and growth targets./ppDefine service offerings, go-to-market strategy, and delivery models. Develop and implement the business plan for Commissioning Advisory within WSPs Middle East Earth and Environment Advisory business./ppBuild strong internal networks with WSPs business units to integrate commissioning advisory into multidisciplinary offerings./ppRepresent WSP as a subject-matter expert in commissioning at industry forums, client engagements, and technical committees./ppIdentify and pursue new business opportunities across the UAE, KSA, and wider Middle East./ppPrepare proposals, fee estimates, and technical submissions for Commissioning Advisory services./ppDevelop strategic partnerships with contractors, developers, operators, and technology providers./ppTake full commercial ownership of Commissioning Advisory projects, ensuring profitable delivery and adherence to WSPs financial governance./ppMonitor project financial performance, including revenue forecasting, invoicing, cost control, and margin protection./ppContribute to thought leadership, white papers, and WSPs regional commissioning strategy./ppMentor and develop a high-performing team of commissioning managers, engineers, and specialists./ppLead recruitment, capability building, and succession planning for the Commissioning Advisory function./ppPromote a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement./ppOversee the delivery of commissioning management services aligned with international best practice (ASHRAE, CIBSE, BSRIA, SMACNA). Provide senior technical leadership on services such as:/pulliCommissioning Management/liliLEED / ESTIDAMA Commissioning Authority / Agent/liliCommissioning Verification/liliHands-on HVAC Testing Commissioning/liliLV Electrical Testing Commissioning/liliCo-ordination of Clients Facilities Personnel/liliElectrical and Mechanical Surveys/liliThermographic Surveys/liliElectrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting/liliWitnessing Verification/liliDocumentation Management/liliOM Manual Production/li/ulpEnsure commissioning plans, procedures, and reports meet WSPs quality standards and client expectations./ppAct as the senior point of contact for key clients, developers, and contractors./ppConduct high-level technical reviews and provide expert recommendations to resolve complex commissioning issues./ppLead commissioning advisory scopes on major projects such as airports, rail, healthcare, hospitality, data centres, and mixed-use developments./ph3Qualifications/h3pBachelors degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering (Masters preferred)./pp15+ years of experience in commissioning management, with strong GCC experience./ppStrong business development and client engagement track record./ppExperience working within a consultancy environment; previous leadership roles preferred./ppExcellent communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership skills./ppProven track record delivering commissioning advisory services on large, complex projects in the Middle East./ppStrong understanding of international commissioning standards (ASHRAE, CIBSE, BSRIA, NEBB)./ppstrongImagine a better future for you and a better future for us all./strong 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. strongWith us, you can. Apply today./strong/ppstrong#LI-Onsite/strong/p/div