Role Overview
WSP is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Principal Engineer to join the Roads team based in the North West, in either Manchester or Liverpool offices. You will lead the day‑to‑day technical delivery of highway consultancy services, supporting clients from feasibility through to construction.
Responsibilities
* Manage projects to ensure coordination of multi‑disciplinary inputs on projects of varying scale, complexity and value.
* Liaise with clients, develop strong trusted relationships and proactively manage their expectations.
* Undertake project technical lead and reviewer roles.
* Support team members to maximise personal contribution to project and team goals.
* Prepare fee proposals and manage budgets for individual projects.
* Deliver discrete and overall project solutions.
* Lead and manage staff in the delivery of design drawings, standard construction details, specifications and bill of quantities.
* Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, Environmental Legislation and in‑house quality assurance standards/processes.
* Coordinate team resources, supporting the setup of teams and placing the right people in the right roles.
Qualifications
* Relevant knowledge and experience of highway design, drainage systems and related design codes.
* Demonstrable experience leading one or more design disciplines on road, public transport, active travel or private development projects.
* Experience of contract document preparation or contract administration/site supervision using Public Works Contracts.
* Proficiency with Autodesk Civil 3D, Bentley OpenRoads Designer, InfoDrainage and PDS.
* Proactive change management on tasks and projects, clearly communicating impacts on programme, cost and quality.
* Excellent communication, client/stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
* Chartered Civil Engineer or Incorporated Engineer with extensive post‑professional qualification experience.
* Thorough understanding and application of Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, TSRGD, local authority guidance and ability to apply departures from standard.
* Experience complying with Designers Duties under CDM regulations.
Benefits
* Hybrid working policy – work from home two days a week with office collaboration across the UK.
* Flexibility to manage work‑life balance with “WSP My Hour” and part‑time arrangements.
* Health & Wellbeing programme – Thrive, virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, gymflex and menopause support.
* Continuous development and training – mentoring, chartership, training programmes.
* Inclusive culture – belonging, employee resource groups and a diverse workforce.
EEO Statement
WSP is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, including 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.
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