Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. Embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. Experience a world of opportunity and shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

• Contribute in a senior role to the efficient and compliant delivery of all structural engineering design on the project, working with and reporting to the WSP Principal Structural Engineer and Lead Project Engineer.
• Ensure quality technical design delivery, technical governance, and coordination within a multidisciplinary project team.
• Provide day-to-day engineering design support, liaise with clients on structural engineering issues, and have design responsibility for parts of the structural works.
• Assist the Principal or Lead Structural Engineer in managing the structural design aspects of the contract, including financial management and team performance.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Preferably achieved ‘Chartered Engineer’ status, or be in final preparations for ‘Chartered’ review with a recognized professional institution.
• If through the ‘Apprentice route’, achieved ‘Incorporated Engineer’ status or be ‘EngTech’ qualified.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to prepare reports, design concepts, and presentations.
• Developed drawing and sketching skills for concept appraisals, feasibility studies, and final designs.
• Ability to solve structural engineering problems using traditional hand calculations and computer analysis, understanding their limitations.
• Knowledge of standards, codes of practice, and specifications relevant to projects.
• Understanding of properties and behavior of construction materials like steel, concrete, masonry, and timber.
• Experience in construction techniques, site activities, and project sequencing, ideally through site experience.

Imagine a better future for you and us all.

Join our community of talented individuals passionate about making a positive impact. Our global team of over 69,000 employees works to create long-lasting impacts through innovation, integrity, and collaboration.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are a leading engineering and professional services firm, with 72,800 passionate people dedicated to community impact through innovation and integrity. With over 9,000 professionals in the UK and Ireland, we focus on local communities and leverage international expertise.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

We support your personal life with flexible working options, including hybrid work from home and modern office environments.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering a culture of respect, integrity, and inclusion through employee resource groups.

Health & Wellbeing

Our Thrive programme offers tools for health improvement, including Virtual GP services, gym discounts, and menopause support.

Flex your time

Our ‘WSP My Hour’ allows you to take an hour daily for personal activities, with flexible options for leave and holiday use.

Your development

We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and support for Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background, belief, or circumstances. We are committed to inclusive hiring and will accommodate workplace adjustments for applicants with disabilities.