Job Description
In today's world, it's important to work for a company that has a clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.
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You will be part of a highly collaborative team in Norwich. As part of our Norfolk Structures team, including a wide network of Bridge Engineers both locally and across the UK, you will deliver interesting Highway Structures projects for our Norfolk County Council Client.
If you have a passion for engineering, but more importantly have a passion for innovation, looking to the future and adapting your work to meet the challenges of tomorrow, then we want to speak to you. The role offers excellent prospects for career advancement and development for the ideal candidate.
YOUR TEAM
All our Engineers take on project responsibility from the outset, invariably owning their projects from conception to construction. Your role will be at the heart of our high-performing team, using your skills and expertise to help us continue driving forward in terms of both technical quality and service efficiency. Your role will include:
1. Based in the heart of the vibrant and historic city of Norwich, working in partnership with Norwich County Council (NCC), you will report to a Senior or Principal Engineer (which could be an NCC member of staff).
2. Working independently and as part of a team to own and lead the design process, delivering the right solutions to the agreed programme and supporting those less experienced by technical review, mentoring, and advice.
3. Managing resources effectively (including remote resource) and efficiently to meet fluctuating workloads.
4. Working with our Client and design teams to deliver compliant designs on time and within budget, meeting H&S (Health & Safety), CDM, QA (Quality Assurance), and technical review requirements.
5. Attending site to gather information and supervise schemes.
Qualifications and Experience:
1. A degree, or working towards a degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
2. A professional experience in design and construction management of bridge projects.
3. Chartered or Incorporated Membership in a relevant discipline desirable but would consider candidates with proven commitment to gaining Chartership/Incorporation within 18 months.
4. Recent, demonstrable experience in conducting design and assessment of highway structures in various materials using Eurocodes and the DMRB (Design Manual for Roads and Bridges).
5. Proven knowledge in design, maintenance, and supervision of bridge-related projects.
6. Experience in undertaking feasibility studies, design, maintenance, and supervision of bridge-related projects.
7. Experience of management and design of Highway Structures maintenance projects.
8. Knowledge of Construction Design Management 2015 and associated duties.
9. You will have the opportunity to work under a training agreement and will progress towards Incorporated and Chartered Status of a recognised engineering body. You will fulfil a pivotal role in completing projects that deliver real benefit to people's lives.
Desirable:
1. Knowledge on the application of 3D design packages.
2. Sound knowledge of CAD.
3. Client and customer-facing experience.
4. Experience of undertaking Principal, General, and Special inspections of Bridges and other Highway Structures to DMRB and the Inspection Manual for Highway Structures.
About Us
We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!
In today's world, it's important to work for a company that has a clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.
When considering a career move, it's vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU
Work-life balance?
WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important - whether that's for your families, friends, or yourself. Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Diversity?
We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.
Health & Wellbeing?
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.
Flex your time?
For improved work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP Hour" which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part-time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
Your development?
We appreciate that development and training are important to you and that's why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that's chartership, training, or mentoring.
APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!
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Here at WSP, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.
Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
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