Technical Consultant - Enterprise Architecture

Technical Consultant - Enterprise ArchitectureWSP is seeking an experienced Enterprise or Solution Architecture Consultant to join our Intelligent Infrastructure team. We provide technical professional services to transport clients throughout the UK and overseas to deliver tangible value for through technology enabled change. As an Architect, you will take a lead technical role on projects to provide client facing advisory and assurance services.

Responsibilities:

Leading teams to deliver consultancy services

Working with clients and stakeholders at all levels to understand business needs and enable change

Collaborating with clients, partners, and supply chains to solve complex business and technical problems

Developing and documenting Architectures at various levels

Acting as a technical authority and providing assurance services

Planning and delivering work packages within a project or programme

Acting as an Architecture champion within our team and in our global networks, providing mentorship, support and guidance across projects and bids

Your team…This role sits within the II System and Infrastructure business and will form a key part of the growing Data and Architecture Capability, which is our centre of excellence for digital skills.

Our Intelligent Infrastructure – Systems and Infrastructure team is growing rapidly to deliver exciting projects in areas such as connected and autonomous vehicles, next generation traffic control systems, 5G, and digital twins. We are developing our technology capabilities to meet these demands and have a number of opportunities for technology specialists to join out Data and Architecture consultancy capability.

The Capability team provides a community of colleagues working in and around technology to help you deliver effectively and support your professional development through training, mentoring and opportunities to really stretch your capabilities.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

Undergraduate or higher Degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent professional experience and qualifications

Acted as lead consultant/architect and technical authority

Successfully lead a team to deliver technical tasks

Conducted discovery activities and working with stakeholders at all levels to understand their needs

Development and documentation of Enterprise, Business, and Application domains using established architecture frameworks such as TOGAF

Strong analytical skills and a proven ability to think creatively to solve problems.

Client-facing experience and excellent communications skills, both written and face-to-face

Experience delivering complex technology projects and programmes in waterfall and agile environments

In addition, it would be great if you have some of these as well:

Experience working with Operational Technology architectures (highly desirable)

Qualifications in relevant frameworks and methodologies such as TOGAF, COBIT, Service Design, Business Analysis, or ITIL

Experience in development of architectures in data, (cloud) technology, security or software solution domains

Awareness of UK Government policies, standards and initiatives such as the National Data and AI Strategies

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.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.

About UsWe are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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 over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

What’s in it for you?Work-life balanceAt WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity and BelongingWe welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health and WellbeingWe are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your timeTo enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your developmentWe understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSPHere at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

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