Overview

Senior Engineer/Principal Engineer - Civil at WSP. The role focuses on the delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects, applying knowledge to deliver the right quality on time and within budget, and mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Bridge design, both in the UK and overseas
• Bridge management
• Bridge strengthening and repair, inspections and assessments
• General civil and structural engineering support to other teams
• Feasibility studies and options appraisals
• Preparation of documents, reports and health and safety risk assessments, scheme designs and drawings, scheme feasibility studies and outline cost estimates
• Preparation of fee estimates
• Supervision of junior members of the team and CAD technicians

What we look for

• Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer
• Experience in bridge design, maintenance and assessment, including work on construction sites and in design offices
• Experience in project management of bridge projects
• Design, maintenance and supervision of structures with a track record of innovation in design and management of bridges and civil structures infrastructure
• Knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCDHW) for structural schemes
• Understanding and experience of Eurocodes and their application to bridge design
• Experience in design or assessment of steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete bridge structures
• Experience with grillage, space frame and finite element analysis software (e.g., LUSAS, Superstress, SAM)
• Good communication, client handling and interpersonal skills; willingness to adapt to new challenges and contribute to the bridges team

Your team

We work across a variety of projects in the rail and highways sectors for clients including HS2, Network Rail, National Highways, Local Authorities, D&B Contractors and private sector clients. The team offers opportunities to broaden experience and skills across sectors through a culture of learning, development and support.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

It is anticipated that you will be a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer with the following experience:

• Practical knowledge and experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment
• Practical knowledge and experience of project management of bridge projects
• Proven knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of structures, with a track record of innovation in design and management of bridges and civil structures
• Working knowledge of DMRB and MCDHW related to structural schemes
• Understanding and experience of Eurocodes and their application to bridge design
• Experience in design or assessment of steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete bridges
• Experience with design software such as LUSAS, Superstress and SAM
• Strong communication and client-facing skills and willingness to contribute to the development of the bridges team

Don’t quite meet all the criteria?

Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on communities through a culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion.

What’s in it for you?

• Work-life balance with a hybrid working policy and modern offices across the UK
• Inclusivity and belonging; diverse workforce and opportunities to bring your whole self to work
• Health and wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP, workplace adjustments, Gymflex up to 40%, menopause support
• Flex your time: WSP My Hour, part-time and flexible working, extra leave options
• Your development: training, mentoring, and opportunities toward Chartership