Overview
As a Senior/Principal Engineer, you will be pivotal in driving the delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects and will use your knowledge and skills to deliver the right quality to time and budget. You will mentor and support junior team members.
In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Include
* Bridge design, both in the UK and overseas
* Bridge management
* Bridge strengthening and repair, inspections and assessments
* General civil and structural engineering support to other teams
* Feasibility studies and options appraisals
* Preparation of documents, reports and health and safety risk assessments, scheme designs and drawings, scheme feasibility studies and outline cost estimates
* Preparation of fee estimates
* Supervision of junior members of the team and CAD technicians
Team and Environment
Our Civil and Bridge Engineering team in the South West & Wales is made up of more than 120 engineers, technicians and project management professionals with a breadth of backgrounds and experience. We are based in WSP’s city centre offices, with easy access to public transport and city centre amenities. We work across a wide variety of projects in the rail and highways sectors for clients including HS2, Network Rail, National Highways, Local Authorities, D&B Contractors and private sector clients.
The team offers opportunities to broaden experience and skills across sectors through a culture of learning, development and support.
What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate
It is anticipated that you will be a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer. This experience should include:
* Practical knowledge and experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment from construction sites and design offices
* Practical knowledge and experience of project management of bridge projects
* Proven knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of structures, with a track record of innovation in design and management of bridges and civil structures infrastructure
* Proven working knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCDHW) in relation to structural schemes
* Understanding and experience of Eurocodes and their application to bridge design
* Experience of design in or assessment of steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete bridge structures
* Experience of grillage, space frame and finite element analysis software packages such as LUSAS, Superstress and SAM
* Good communication, client handling and interpersonal skills; willingness to adapt to new challenges and to contribute to the development of the bridges team
If you don’t meet all criteria, apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
Why Join Us
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share a passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees working to make a difference in communities near and far.
What’s In It For You
* Work-life balance: Hybrid working policy with two days remote and office collaboration across the UK
* Inclusivity and Belonging: A culture that values diverse backgrounds and authentic selves, with employee resource groups
* Health & Wellbeing: Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, workplace adjustments, Gymflex and menopause support
* Flex your time: WSP My Hour for daily personal activities, plus part-time/flexible working, extra leave options, and bank holiday flexibility
* Your Development: Training, mentoring and Chartership support
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
* Professional Services
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