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River & flood risk civil engineer

Manchester
WSP in the UK & Ireland
Civil engineer
Posted: 16 September
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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. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Job Description

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. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A Little More About Your Role…

WSP are seeking 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 asset management organisations, providing designs from concept through to detailed designs across a range of sectors.

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 etc;
* working with wider infrastructure clients (internal and external) in designing hydraulic structures (culverts, weirs, walls, outfalls, scour protection etc) 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;
* supervise construction works (supported by others where required);
* working with local authorities and national environmentally based organisations.

We are looking for candidates at Engineer, Senior Engineer and Principal Engineer primarily located in the north of England, who could work from our Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, or Sheffield offices.

Together, our people make up one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We’re dedicated to the communities where we live and work in the UK and propelled by international brainpower. Staying curious is what drives us. Looking at challenges from fresh angles helps us deliver future-ready solutions that break paradigms.

Our national Sustainable Water Management team are technical leaders in the sector and foster a proactive, responsible and collaborative work ethic. The successful candidate will become a key part of this team, dedicated to delivering innovative, lasting solutions to the highest profile challenges faced by our clients.

The role provides an opportunity to shape the future of the sustainable water engineering team. You will be part of a vibrant and evolving team, with an opportunity to make your mark on the future of the team in WSP.

What We Are Looking For You To Demonstrate…

* Degree qualified in civil or flood risk engineering
* Experience post degree 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
* Demonstratable contribution to the successful delivery of projects/programmes meeting quality and commercial targets

Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

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. 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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