Overview
River & Flood Risk Civil Engineer at WSP
Location: north of England (Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds or Sheffield offices). Roles for Engineer, Senior Engineer and Principal Engineer.
What you’ll do
* 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
* Working with wider infrastructure clients in designing hydraulic structures (culverts, weirs, walls, outfalls, scour protection) associated with large infrastructure projects in highways, rail and property
* Preparing work schedules and specifications for contractors
* Carrying out asset inspection works of above and below ground structures
* Supervising construction works (supported by others where required)
* Working with local authorities and national environmentally based organisations
What we are looking for
* Degree qualified in civil or flood risk engineering
* Post‑degree experience in hydraulic designs associated with river or flood defence works
* Knowledge and understanding of flood and river diversion design principles and solutions
* Experience in the use of CAD or Civil 3D
* Site experience, ideally in a site supervision role
* Excellent written and verbal communication
* Demonstrable contribution to the successful delivery of projects/programmes meeting quality and commercial targets
Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status
What we offer
* Hybrid working policy (two days a week from home)
* Inclusive culture with active employee resource groups
* Health & wellbeing programs, Virtual GP, gym discounts, menopause support
* Flexible working options including part-time, extra leave, and bank holiday entitlement
* Development opportunities and Chartership support
* Recognition of diverse backgrounds and equal opportunity commitment
Our national Sustainable Water Management team are technical leaders in the sector and foster a proactive, responsible and collaborative work ethic. The role provides an opportunity to shape the future of sustainable water engineering at WSP.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Part-time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Professional Services
Note: This description keeps the core responsibilities and qualifications and removes boilerplate and non-essential content.
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