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Job Description
We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!
WSP are seeking Senior and Principal Civil Engineers with experience in Water, Drainage and Environmental Engineering for rivers and flood defence projects to expand the growth of our expertise and technical capability. We support clients and projects throughout the UK with a focus on the Environment Agency, Local Authorities and other flood defence organisations, providing designs from concept through to detailed designs.
YOUR NEW ROLE, WHAT'S INVOLVED?
As part of the role, you will be responsible for:
* delivery of a wide variety of civil engineering river and flood related schemes;
* preparing and supporting business cases for works to protect from flooding;
* developing outline and detailed designs for engineering flood projects including hydraulic systems, flood defences, drainage and ancillary structures;
* preparing work schedules and specifications for contractors;
* carrying out asset inspection works of above and below ground structures;
* working with local authorities and national environmentally based organisations.
At the Principal grade you will also:
* Lead client relationships and attend client progress meetings.
* Manage a team of engineers, supporting their technical development and ensuring they are resourced on projects.
WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE:
* Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status and degree qualified (role dependant)
* Proven experience post degree in designing sustainable water management engineering designs such as river or flood defence works
* Knowledge and understanding of flood and river diversion design principles and solutions
* Experience in the use of Civil 3D
* Excellent written and verbal communication
* Successful management of projects/programmes and teams to meet both quality and commercial targets
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
* Work-life balance with a hybrid working policy.
* Commitment to inclusivity and diversity.
* Health and wellbeing support through various programs.
* Flexible working arrangements to improve work-life balance.
* Investment in your development and training.
APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!
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.
Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.
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