Overview
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. This role provides opportunities to explore a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives and to shape a career as unique as you.
A Little More About Your Role
You will join a highly collaborative team in Norwich. We are looking to recruit a motivated Assistant Bridge Engineer to join our consultancy bridges and highways structures team. This is a varied role involved in delivering design, assessment, and inspection projects for our client in Norfolk. You will work on projects ranging from minor maintenance schemes to major bridge design and strengthening works, offering opportunities for career growth and professional development.
If you have a passion for engineering and innovation and are prepared to adapt your work to meet tomorrow’s challenges, we want to speak with you. There are strong prospects for career advancement for the ideal candidate.
Your Team
Skills
All our engineers take on project responsibility from the outset, owning their projects from conception to construction. Your role will be central to our high-performing team, contributing to technical quality and service efficiency. Responsibilities include:
* Based in Norwich, working in partnership with Norfolk County Council (NCC).
* Assisting in the design and analysis of highway structures, using Eurocodes and DMRB standards.
* Supporting the production of bridge assessments and feasibility studies.
* Participating in inspections and preparing technical reports.
* Preparing drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.
* Supporting tender preparation and bid development.
* Liaising with clients and stakeholders to deliver projects to programme and budget.
* Delivering compliant designs on time and within budget, meeting health & safety, CDM, QA, and technical review requirements.
* Attending site to gather information and supervise schemes.
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate
* A degree (or equivalent) in Civil or Structural Engineering.
* Knowledge of bridge/structural engineering principles and design codes (e.g., Eurocodes, DMRB, BD standards).
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
* Knowledge in design, maintenance, and supervision of bridge-related projects.
* Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., AutoCAD, structural analysis/design packages).
* Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
* Knowledge of Construction Design and Management 2015 and associated duties.
* Opportunity to work under a training agreement and progress towards Incorporated and Chartered Status with a recognised engineering body.
* Full UK driving licence (or willingness to obtain).
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 people are united by a common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on communities through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. Our team includes professionals across the UK and Ireland, dedicated to local communities and supported by international expertise.
What’s In It For You
Work-life balance
We understand that work is one aspect of life. Our hybrid policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants from varied backgrounds and experiences, encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work. We support a culture of inclusion with employee resource groups to promote belonging.
Health & Wellbeing
We support your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme, including Virtual GP services and reasonable workplace adjustments. Benefits include Gymflex, menopause support, and more.
Flex Your Time
We offer the “WSP My Hour” to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexible time adjustments. Part-time and flexible working arrangements, additional leave, and bank holiday entitlement options are also available.
Your Development
We invest in training, mentoring, and Chartership to support your growth.
#WeAreWSP
We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and support workplace adjustments where needed.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries: Professional Services
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