Head of Structural Engineering (Associate Director) - Cardiff

WSP; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cardiff is seeking an Associate Director (Structural Engineering) to lead a team on diverse highway projects, including bridges and culverts. The ideal candidate will be a Chartered Engineer with extensive experience in design and project management, known for fostering relationships with clients. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy

Gymflex scheme for gym memberships

Focus on health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in bridge and highway structures design and project management.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of UK highways standards and contract documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of structural engineers.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to support professional development.
• Act as a senior point of contact for clients.

Skills

Bridge and highway structures design

Project management

Client relationship building

Education

Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer

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…

WSP's Local Government team in Cardiff have a new opportunity to recruit an Associate Director (Structural Engineering) into our Highway's Bridges team. This is a leadership position where you will drive technical excellence, manage project delivery, and mentor a team of talented engineers.

As a senior member of the team, you will work collaboratively with our local government clients across South Wales – ensuring that our team meets and exceeds client expectations and that client relationships are maintained and developed. This is a varied role where you will get to lead on a wide variety of local projects focused mainly around highway structures (bridges, culverts, retaining walls etc.). You and your team will be involved in design, inspection, assessment, and feasibility studies; providing great variety for you and your team.

Responsibilities will be varied, but will include:

• Lead and develop a team of structural engineers, maintaining our culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to support professional development and chartership.
• Act as a senior point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
• Lead on the design of bridges and other highways structures.
• Lead on bridge strengthening, repairs, inspections and assessments.
• Supervision and mentoring of colleagues, including our developing professionals.
• Financial and project management of schemes.

Your team…

The role is based in WSP's Cardiff office, working alongside colleagues from across WSP's broad range of disciplines. We operate a hybrid working model that allows for a mix of in-office and home working.

The variety of projects and skills within our teams, together with our culture of learning, development and support, will give you fantastic opportunities to broaden your experience and skills.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

It is anticipated that you will be a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer, with experience that will include the following:

• Extensive experience in bridge and highway structures design, assessment, and project management, gained from working on both construction sites and the design office.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK highways standards and contract documentation (e.g. DMRB, NEC4).
• Knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of structures related projects together with a track record of innovation in design and management of structures.
• Experience of design in or assessment of steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete bridge structures.
• Good communication and client relationship building skills are essential, plus a willingness to adapt to new challenges and to actively participate in the development of the wider team and strategy.

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.

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.

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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.

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.