Civil Engineer - Rail Infrastructure

WSP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Gym membership discounts

Mentoring and training opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Civil Engineer to join their Rail Civil Engineering team in Manchester. The role offers opportunities for career progression, technical problem-solving, and team collaboration on high-impact projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's or Master's in Civil Engineering, and experience with multi-disciplinary projects. The position comes with hybrid working options and strong commitment to employee wellness and professional development.

Qualifications

• Chartered or nearing Chartered status through the Institution of Civil Engineers.
• Experience in delivering multi-disciplinary engineering projects.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Join Rail Civil Engineering team in Leeds, Manchester or London.
• Prepare technical outputs per quality management standards.
• Resolve technical civil engineering issues.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Project Management

Health, Safety and Welfare Regulations

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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…

• An opportunity to join our Rail Civil Engineering team located in one of WSP’s offices located in Leeds, Manchester or London.
• Supported progression to Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE), or further enhancement of CRE capabilities.
• Help to grow the team through Bidding, Line Management and Business Improvement activities.
• The opportunity to develop and grow in the role with support & mentoring to get the best out of your career and provide fantastic opportunities to progress your WSP career.
• Preparation of technical outputs to the highest standards in accordance with the WSP’s quality management system.
• Resolving technical civil engineering issues.
• Help to develop the production of drawings, reports and specifications working closely with Engineers and Technicians to delivery to programme.
• Scope and supervise surveys.
• Familiar and compliant with relevant Health, Safety and Welfare regulations and to promote WSP’s SHEW culture within your team.
• Undertaking the necessary design (calculations, design, risk assessments, etc.) supported by other team members Sixth technicians to produce the required design deliverable outputs.

YOUR TEAM

• Opportunity for growth in a small / growing team. Career progression. Opportunity to gain involvement and influence the growth of the team and development of the team expertise with bid opportunities
• Opportunity to provide Engels to assigned projects and be expected to guide/mentor the design team to achieve its deliverables. Projects being delivered will be for a range of clients, including Network Rail, Contractors, Developers & HS2
• Opportunities available to provide a wide variety of both technical, management and business functions with strong career development and advancement opportunities.
• Opportunity to work under mentorship to develop and undertake CRE responsibilities on Rail projects. Similarly, there is an opportunity to work under mentorship as a CEM depending on experience.
• Operate in a multi-disciplinary environment and delivering projects in a Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Opportunity to work on small teams / tasks / projects, possible line management responsibilities, supporting junior members of staff to support their development and reporting directly to the line manager.

What we would be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related subject accredited by the Engineering Council.
• Char ski Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or nearing Chartered status.
• Experience in delivering and managing all stages of multi-disciplinary engineering projects from initial studies through to detailed design.
• Working knowledge of the relevant legislation and guidelines including the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges, British and European Standards, Eurocodes and Codes of Practice.

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.

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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 inลด 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 bringing together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

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.

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

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSPueves 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.