Principal & Associate Bridge Engineer

WSP; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Principal / Associate Engineer to drive civil and bridge engineering projects in Cardiff. The role involves bridge design, assessments, and project management while supporting a hybrid working model. Candidates should be Chartered Engineers with significant experience in bridge design and innovation. Strong communication and project management skills are essential for success in this role, alongside a commitment to fostering team development and collaboration.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Onsite parking

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Practical experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment.
• Experience in project management of structural engineering projects.
• Knowledge of design, maintenance, and supervision of structure-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Design of bridges and other highways structures.
• Commissioning inspections and assessments.
• Preparation of reports and feasibility studies.

Skills

Bridge design

Project management

Client relationship building

Education

Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer

Tools

DMRB

Eurocodes

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…

As a Principal / Associate Engineer within our Local Government team in Cardiff, you will be pivotal in driving the delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects across the region. This is a varied role where you will get to work on a wide variety of local projects focused mainly around highway structures (bridges, culverts, retaining walls etc.). You will be able to get involved in design, inspection, assessment, and feasibility studies. Responsibilities will be varied, but will include:

• Design of bridges and other highways structures.
• Bridge strengthening and repair, inspections and assessments.
• General civil and structural engineering support the wider WSP business.
• Feasibility studies and options appraisals.
• Preparation of documents, reports and health and safety risk assessments, scheme feasibility studies and outline cost estimates.
• 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. The office has onsite parking and 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:

• Practical experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment, gained from working on both construction sites and the design office.
• Experience of project management of bridges and structural engineering projects.
• Knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of structures related projects together with a track record of innovation in design and management of structures.
• 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 use of Eurocodes and their application to bridge design.
• 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.

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.

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