Principal Structural Engineer – Global Projects & Innovation

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Thrive wellbeing programme

Gymflex scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Principal Engineer to join the Structures Investigation Group. You will lead investigations, manage project delivery, mentor junior staff and collaborate with multiple disciplines on a range of UK and international projects.

The role emphasizes confident engineering judgement, delivery within time and cost constraints, and a commitment to sustainability and safety in line with client requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Membership of a Professional Institution such as ICE, IStruct E, BINDT or similar.
• BICS competence, or working towards this, would be highly advantageous.
• Appreciation of the environmental implications and knowledge of sustainable construction practices.
• Experience managing Design and Build contracts (NEC).
• Working knowledge of Highway and Railway design standards, Eurocodes and design software packages.
• Experience of inspection, investigation, management, design and assessment of highway/railway structures/assets.

Responsibilities

• Deliver detailed studies and inspection/investigation reports of engineered structures across the UK.
• Plan, organise, execute and report site investigations and inspections; manage sub-contractors as needed.
• Prepare proposals, work scopes, pricing and project programmes.
• Review and approve method statements, risk assessments and CAD drawings.
• Coordinate with clients, stakeholders and other technical disciplines to deliver innovative designs.
• Mentor and develop junior staff; support their technical career development.
• Contribute to technical excellence and innovation while maintaining HSE responsibilities.
• Support delivery of large-scale projects in the UK or overseas.

Skills

Engineering judgement

Team leadership

Project management

Contract administration

CAD software

Education

Master's degree in civil engineering

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Tools

CAD software

Engineering software

Job description

WSP is seeking a Principal Engineer to join the Structures Investigation Group. You will lead investigations, manage project delivery, mentor junior staff and collaborate with multiple disciplines on a range of UK and international projects.

The role emphasizes confident engineering judgement, delivery within time and cost constraints, and a commitment to sustainability and safety in line with client requirements.