Principal Bridge Engineer — Hybrid (Local Gov)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Gymflex scheme

Thrive wellbeing program

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Principal/Associate Engineer for Cardiff to lead civil and bridge engineering projects across the region. The role emphasizes design, inspection, and feasibility studies, with leadership of a team of engineers and technicians.

You will guide project lifecycles, work with clients and regional leadership, and contribute to the growth of Cardiff bridges capability while maintaining high technical and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer status with relevant professional qualification.
• Experience in bridge design, maintenance and assessment on site and in design office.
• Experience project management of bridges and structural engineering projects.
• Knowledge of DMRB and MCDHW related to structural schemes.
• Understanding of Eurocodes in bridge design.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Design bridges and other highways structures.
• Bridge strengthening, repair, inspections and assessments.
• Provide general civil and structural engineering support to the wider WSP business.
• Conduct feasibility studies and options appraisals.
• Prepare documents, reports and health and safety risk assessments, feasibility studies and cost estimates.
• Supervise and mentor colleagues, including developing professionals.
• Oversee financial and project management of schemes.

Skills

Chartered Civil/Structural Engineer

Bridge design

Project management

Eurocodes

DMRB/MCDHW familiarity

Leadership

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Principal/Associate Engineer for Cardiff to lead civil and bridge engineering projects across the region. The role emphasizes design, inspection, and feasibility studies, with leadership of a team of engineers and technicians.

You will guide project lifecycles, work with clients and regional leadership, and contribute to the growth of Cardiff bridges capability while maintaining high technical and safety standards.