Principal – Lighting Design Team Lead

Job Description Join WSP’s growing Creative Lighting Design Studio in the Middle East as a Principal Consultant – Lighting Design. We are seeking a seasoned lighting professional who can elevate the design capability, lead high-profile projects, and contribute to the continued expansion of one of the region’s most innovative lighting studios. As a key member of the team, you will drive creative excellence, shape client engagement, and bring strong technical and commercial leadership to some of the region’s most iconic projects. Responsibilities • Lead complex lighting design projects end-to-end, ensuring creative and technical excellence. • Act as a primary client-facing representative: presentations, stakeholder management, and design direction. • Demonstrate strong commercial understanding, including budget management, financial tracking, and scope control. • Oversee project resourcing, team allocation, and workflow planning. • Lead internal initiatives to support studio growth, innovation, and design standards. • Line-manage and mentor junior team members (1–2 direct reports). • Collaborate on and develop high-quality proposals, bids, and design submissions. • Contribute to strengthening WSP’s lighting design presence and thought leadership in the Middle East. Qualifications • 15+ years’ experience in architectural/creative lighting design. • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary project teams. • Strong visual communication, presentation, and storytelling skills. • Experience in managing client relationships and delivering to tight timelines. • High level of design sensitivity, creativity, and strategic thinking. • Experience with conceptual, technical, and detailed lighting design packages. • Ability to support business growth, develop proposals, and win work. 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. Show more Show less