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Ports Business Manager

Hybrid in Madrid, Santander & Valencia·Full-time·Added 9 days ago (last checked 6 Nov)

WSP Spain

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Hours
Jornada intensiva on Fridays and in summer
Work mode
Hybrid, Madrid, Santander & Valencia
Contract
Full-time
English
Required
Experience
15+ years
Education
University degree
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

We seek people who bring the necessary qualifications, experience, and competencies to perform the position successfully, while simultaneously valuing a diversity of professional backgrounds and experiences.

To be successful in this position, we would like you to have:

  • Degree in Civil Engineering (Caminos, Canales y Puertos), Civil Engineering, Naval Engineering, or equivalent training.

  • More than 15 years of professional experience linked to ports, coasts, maritime infrastructure, or port business.

  • A consolidated track record in business development, client management, or leading a line of activity within the port market, along with good knowledge of the Spanish port ecosystem.

  • Experience in identifying and maturing opportunities, capture strategies, bids, and negotiations, as well as the ability to develop and execute business plans with responsibility for portfolio, contracting, revenue, profitability, and growth.

  • Experience leading teams and mobilizing specialists from different disciplines and geographies, accompanied by a clear entrepreneurial capacity to build and develop a new activity.

  • High level of English, with the ability to operate in meetings, negotiations, and presentations in an international context, as well as availability to travel and maintain an active presence with clients and industry bodies.

Nice to have

  • Experience in public procurement, concessions, public-private partnerships, or advising investors and operators.

  • Participation in international projects or collaboration with global Ports & Maritime teams.

  • Previous experience in the creation or growth of a practice, business unit, or newly established team.

We are looking for a person capable of inspiring and supporting teams, generating relationships of trust with clients, and contributing to the sustainable growth of the business. We value profiles that combine technical experience, strategic vision, and the ability to positively influence projects, teams, and organizations.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

In addition to a competitive salary proposal, we offer a benefits package aimed at boosting your well-being, favoring work-life balance, and supporting your long-term professional development:

  • Joining a leading global engineering and consultancy company, with high-impact projects at national and international levels.

  • Flexible working model, with work-life balance measures, flexible hours, intensive Fridays, and summer schedules.

  • Possibility of teleworking (20%) and access to digital tools that favor collaboration and flexibility.

  • Continuous training plan, access to professional development programs, technical certifications, and support for professional association membership.

  • Opportunities for growth and internal mobility within an international organization present in multiple markets and disciplines.

  • Flexible compensation program and access to exclusive benefits for employees.

  • Employee share ownership program and access to initiatives oriented toward well-being and health.

The role

We are currently expanding our Transport and Infrastructure team and are looking to bring in a Ports Business Manager in Madrid, Santander, or Valencia to help us face the challenges of the future.

In this position, you will participate in projects that require technical excellence, collaboration, and a future-oriented vision, with the opportunity to learn, add value, coordinate initiatives, lead teams, or influence decisions that make a real difference.

We seek curious, collaborative people who are motivated to do work with impact. Whether you are starting your professional career or looking to consolidate your technical experience or lead teams and projects, at WSP you will find the space to grow, develop, and leave your mark.

From this position, you will play a key role in the creation and development of WSP's Ports and Maritime Infrastructure area in Spain, driving its growth and market positioning and contributing to the development of innovative and sustainable solutions for our clients and for society.

What you'll do

  • Define and execute WSP's entry and growth strategy in the Spanish ports and maritime infrastructure market, establishing priority segments, target clients, value propositions, alliances, and commercial objectives.

  • Build and develop a sustainable portfolio of clients and opportunities, performing rigorous monitoring of the pipeline, contracting, revenue, profitability, and growth forecasts.

  • Develop high-level relationships with Puertos del Estado, port authorities, operators, terminal operators, concessionaires, contractors, investors, and administrations, reinforcing WSP's positioning in the sector.

  • Lead strategic opportunities and bidding processes, defining the capture strategy, the necessary teams and partners, the value proposition, and the commercial approach.

  • Position WSP's capabilities in areas such as port planning, terminals, access, maritime works, resilience and coastal adaptation, decarbonization, energy, and associated infrastructure, mobilizing specialists from Spain and our international Ports & Maritime network to achieve this.

  • Progressively design and build the Ports team in Spain, identifying the necessary capabilities and profiles and leading the development of the people who join the area.

  • Represent WSP before clients, associations, and industry forums, developing strategic alliances and collaborating with other WSP markets and geographies to generate new opportunities and synergies.

How you'll work

📍 Madrid, Santander, Valencia | 🏡 Hybrid | ⏱️ Full-time

Life at WSP

We believe that the best solutions are born when people have the opportunity to develop. At WSP, we will accompany you in your professional growth, offering you motivating challenges, learning opportunities, and the possibility of collaborating with experts from all over the world. We believe in flexibility, new ideas, and professional development, adapting to the different goals and stages of each career.

Ready to help us build the future?

If you are looking for a position in which you can learn, contribute, lead, or expand your impact, we would love to meet you.

Apply now and discover everything you can achieve with WSP.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to do

  1. Find and apply

  2. Application review · 0–2 weeks

  3. Phone interview

    With a Talent Attraction · Phone call · 0–30 min

    Up to 30 minutes on technical fit, communication, motivation and professionalism.

  4. In-person interview

    With interview team · In person

    Technical, scenario or competency-based questions from the interview team.

  5. Technical assessment

    Not every role

    Competency on the software or tools the role uses; same day as the interview or separate, if applicable.

  6. Job offer

  • Application review can take up to two weeks.
  • Background and reference checks run after the signed contract, via a third party.
  • The Spanish adverts describe a shorter three-interview version of this process.

Hiring process

We understand selection as a two-way conversation. Our selection process is designed to be transparent, close, and respectful of your time. Although each process adapts to the specific needs of the position, it normally includes:

1. Telephone interview: An initial conversation with the Talent Acquisition team to get to know you better and discuss your experience and expectations.

2. Technical interview with the team: You will meet with the area manager and team members to explore your technical background, your competencies, and how you could contribute to the success of the team and the projects.

3. Final interview: Depending on the position, this may include an additional conversation with the Business Unit Management to delve deeper into the scope of the role, the team vision, and development and impact opportunities.

About WSP Spain

WSP is a global engineering and professional services firm specializing in infrastructure, transportation, buildings, energy, and environmental consulting. With over 66,000 employees worldwide, WSP operates across multiple countries and is one of the largest engineering consultancies in the world, delivering projects ranging from major transport networks to data centers and industrial facilities.

In Spain, WSP has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering a wide range of roles in civil, electrical, mechanical, and BIM engineering, as well as project management for data centers, railways, and energy infrastructure. The company is known for its collaborative culture and commitment to innovation, making it an attractive employer for international engineers and technical professionals seeking to work in Spain.

Industry
Engineering
Founded
1885
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • WSP has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering opportunities in a variety of engineering disciplines.
  • The company is a global leader in engineering, providing international career growth and mobility opportunities.
  • WSP is committed to sustainability and innovation, with many projects focused on renewable energy and green infrastructure.
  • The Spain office works on major infrastructure projects, including high-speed rail, data centers, and energy systems, offering exposure to large-scale, international work.
  • WSP offers a multicultural work environment, with teams collaborating across borders, which is ideal for international professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

At WSP, we design the future of our communities. As one of the leading global engineering and professional services firms, we bring together experts in transport and infrastructure, buildings, energy, environment, water, and consultancy. In Central Europe, we combine local knowledge with our international presence to develop projects that generate a positive and lasting impact for our clients, communities, and the environment.

You will join a multidisciplinary, collaborative, and committed team, where knowledge exchange, teamwork, and professional development are part of everyday life.

Our culture: We work in an environment based on trust, closeness, and mutual support, where different perspectives are valued and contribute to generating better solutions.

Our projects: We work on projects linked to ports and maritime infrastructure, from port planning and maritime works to coastal resilience, decarbonization, and energy, contributing to the development of more sustainable and resilient infrastructure.

The opportunity: This position will allow you to assume a leadership role in the development of the Ports and Maritime Infrastructure area, combining business development, client relations, and international collaboration, and being part of a global network with extensive experience in the sector.

Additional information

We are building teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. If you believe you can add value to this position, we encourage you to submit your candidacy, even if you do not meet all the indicated requirements. Your background, perspective, and experience might be precisely what we need to keep moving forward.

All candidacies will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and considered according to the principles of equal opportunity.

We want our selection process to be inclusive and accessible to all people. If you need any reasonable accommodation during the process, please let us know so that we can offer you the necessary support.

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