Paul is the President and Managing Director of WSP in the UK & Ireland. Based in London, Paul oversees WSP’s strategic priorities and client delivery across the UK and Ireland, reinforcing the firm’s capabilities in critical growth markets, including infrastructure, environment, water, property, and energy.

Paul has a particular passion for promoting economic regeneration, building valuable long-term client relationships, and supporting the decarbonisation of the UK. 

Prior to joining WSP in 2022, he was the Managing Director of Stantec UK, Managing Partner at Peter Brett Associates, and chaired the Association for Consultancy and Engineering between 2020 and 2021. Paul attended Cambridge University and Harvard Business School.

Mathieu du Plooy is Chief Operating Officer of WSP in the UK & Ireland. Mathieu is responsible for leading the day-to-day operational and commercial functions of the company and assisting the WSP in the UK & Ireland President and Managing Director with the implementation of the company's strategy. In addition to his UK & Ireland role, Mathieu is also Chief Operating Officer for WSP in Africa.

Karen Sewell is Chief Counsel International for WSP in the UK & Ireland. Karen is responsible for oversight of all legal aspects of the business including strategic acquisition and integration planning, client appointments, claims and dispute management, corporate governance, regulatory and contractual risk, insurance, and corporate affairs. In addition to her UK & Ireland role, Karen is also Legal Counsel for WSP in Europe, the Middle East, India and Africa.

Paul is Chief Strategy Officer for WSP in the UK & Ireland. Paul is responsible for market analysis, market positioning, business development, strategic bidding and proposals, key client management and client feedback for WSP’s work across all sectors in the UK & Ireland. In addition to his UK & Ireland role, Paul is also Chief Strategy Officer for WSP in Africa.