Business Unit lead - Frankfurt

Die WSP in Deutschland ist ein Unternehmen für Ingenieurwesen und professionelle Dienstleistungen. Mit rund 200 Mitarbeitenden an 12 Standorten planen, entwerfen, managen und konstruieren wir nachhaltige und effektive Lösungen für komplexe Bauprojekte. Unsere Expertise liegt insbesondere in den Bereichen Projektmanagement und Nachhaltigkeit. Wir begleiten unsere Kunden über alle Phasen des Lebenszyklus hinweg – von der ersten Idee bis zum erfolgreichen Betrieb.

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WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services companies, operating across the sectors of infrastructure, transport, environment, energy, and buildings. We pursue a clear vision: to make the world a better place by giving back to society and supporting what truly matters for our future. Imagine a better future for all of us – and a better future for you.

WSP E&IS GmbH is currently seeking Business Unit lead for Germany at the location of Frankfurt.

In this role, you will join a multidisciplinary team that embodies our company's core values: solidarity, a passion for large-scale and complex projects, and a spirit of innovation and conviviality.

As a Unit Leader, you will manage a Business Unit and report directly to the Operations Director. You play a pivotal role in operational performance, people leadership, and fostering a healthy, safe, and ethical workplace culture. This position is central to driving employee engagement, delivering successful client projects, and ensuring the Business Unit meets its financial and strategic objectives.

In this role, the Unit Leader drives business performance by implementing the Business Unit’s KPIs and setting clear annual objectives that align with the wider organizational strategy.

They oversee the financial health of the unit, championing revenue growth, profitability, and responsible cost management, while also approving budgets, timesheets, and expense reports. Operationally, the Unit Leader ensures that all staff have defined utilization goals and works closely with Project Directors, Line Leaders, and support functions to optimize project delivery, efficiency, and overall operational excellence. Maintaining strong client engagement and remaining actively involved in ongoing projects is a core expectation of the role.

Equally important is the Unit Leader’s role in fostering a positive and high performing culture. They champion a healthy, safe, and respectful working environment, upholding the highest ethical standards and ensuring compliance with all Code of Conduct and HSSE requirements. They play a central role in developing people, supporting onboarding by ensuring every new employee is assigned a mentor and reinforcing a culture where individuals feel valued, supported, and equipped to succeed.

• Strong leadership, coaching, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Proven capability to influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Results driven mindset with excellent planning, prioritization, and resource management skills.
• Ability to navigate complex, multi stakeholder environments and build collaborative partnerships.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to align unit objectives with broader organizational vision.

• Degree in a relevant field and/or 10+ years’ experience in consulting or industry.
• Demonstrated experience developing strategy, driving alignment, and achieving results.
• Excellent English language skills.

• A working environment inspired by belonging, driven by inclusion.
• Our flexible working policy - We recognise the importance of work-life balance and encourage you to find yours.
• WSP is about making the world around us a better place, including the environment, transport infrastructure, buildings and land use.
• Excellent career prospects. We're growing fast, and every day we strive to outdo ourselves. We are open to your ideas and want to try new things. We have a supportive environment…