Civil Engineer - Energy (Renewables)

WSP; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP seeks a Civil Engineer for their renewables team, focusing on project delivery and site supervision of renewable projects in the UK. Candidates should possess a Civil Engineering qualification, along with experience in construction and site management. This role also involves working on significant projects, contributing to various aspects from design to execution, while promoting a culture of wellbeing and inclusivity.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive health and wellbeing support

Employee resource groups for inclusivity

Training and mentoring programs

Qualifications

• Working towards chartered status with the ICE is preferred.
• Some site experience with general civil construction knowledge and reinforcement detailing.
• Basic understanding of GIS, InfraWorks, and AutoCAD software.

Responsibilities

• Focus on technical project delivery of onshore wind, PV and BESS projects.
• Carry out construction phase inspections and project administration tasks.
• Manage construction project quality assurance and document control.

Skills

Steel design

Concrete design

Masonry design

Timber design

Health and Safety knowledge

Site supervision

GIS knowledge

AutoCAD proficiency

Education

Civil Engineering qualification

Job description

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A little bit more about your role:

As a Civil Engineer within the renewables team, you will focus on the technical and project delivery of a range of onshore wind, PV and BESS projects throughout the EIA, design and construction phases.WSP take on the role as Owners Engineer / Technical Advisor on many renewable projects in the UK. Your role would be the Site Supervisor / Engineer, carrying out the below typical tasks on site. This may require working away from the office on site during the week for extended periods.

Your duties will include:

• Working on a range of Onshore Wind, PV and BESS projects throughout the EIA, design and construction phases.
• Carry out construction phase inspections, including foundation pre-pour inspections and post-pour inspections
• Assisting with project administration tasks such as client meetings, progress reporting and technical queries.
• Reviewing BoP contractor's civil infrastructure designs (tracks, hardstands, foundations, control buildings, etc).
• Contribution to H&S management, including review of RAMS and other construction documents such as a Construction Environmental Management Plans or Traffic Management Plans.
• Managing construction project quality assurance and document control across multiple projects.
• Working with other team members to develop 2D / 3D wind farm layouts using GIS, InfraWorks and AutoCAD.
• Assisting with internal project management tasks such as forecasting, invoicing and resourcing.
• Developing proposals and bids for onshore wind projects and contributing to multi-disciplinary proposals.

YOUR TEAM

WSP's has a long history in the delivery of high-quality technical advisory and management consultancy services focused on renewable energy. We have worked on all major renewable energy technologies (i.e. offshore wind, onshore wind, solar PV, battery energy storage), including some of the world's largest renewable energy projects. We have established client relationships with some of the largest and most well-known developers, investors, and lenders in the industry, and we support their projects across the globe.

Delivering high-quality, proactive, prompt and up-to-date technical services to our clients is paramount. We offer services at all stages of the project lifecycle, with a particular focus on the following core services:

• Site layouts and optimisation, concept design and feasibility studies,
• Technical due diligence,
• Lender's Technical Advisor (LTA) scopes of work,
• Project development and Owner's Engineer (OE) scopes of work, including tendering and contracting support, construction monitoring and management, and technical advisory services.
• Hybrid Projects (including BESS) and BESS Capacity and Power Optimisations
• Operation & Maintenance and Asset Management

We'd love to hear from you if you if you:

• Have a Civil Engineering qualification
• Are working towards chartered status with the ICE
• Have some experience of steel, concrete, timber and masonry design
• Have a basic understanding of GIS, InfraWorks and AutoCAD software
• Have some site experience with knowledge of health and safety, general on-site civil construction experience and reinforcement detailing and checking.
• Are willing to travel all over the UK, potentially for continuous extended periods whilst undertaking Site Supervision duties
• Have a full UK driving license

WSP's aim is to build a team with broad range of experience to allow us to allow the best value and advice to our clients.
To find out more about our ENERGY business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Energy | WSP

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.

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

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 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 & Diversity

We welcome applicants with diverse 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 diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a 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.

Med24 offers you and your family unlimited telephone access to an NHS doctor, available 24/7, with options for face-to-face video consultations. 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.