Principal Tunnelling Engineer – Hybrid

WSP

Guildford

Hybrid

GBP 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy
Thrive wellbeing programme
Virtual GP & health benefits

Job summary

WSP in the UK is seeking a Principal or Associate Tunnelling Engineer to join our Geotechnical and Tunnelling team. You will lead delivery on tunnelling projects, manage resources and finances, and mentor staff while liaising with clients and stakeholders across stages from feasibility to construction.

The role requires strong technical expertise in civil/geotechnical engineering, Chartered status, and experience with Eurocodes.

Qualifications

  • Experience managing tunnelling projects with multi-disciplinary design coordination.
  • Commercial awareness and strong client/contractor relationships.
  • Proficiency with Eurocodes and design standards relevant to tunnelling.

Responsibilities

  • Produce, check and approve technical deliverables for tunnels and shafts.
  • Lead and contribute to tunnelling/geotechnical projects from feasibility to construction.
  • Manage resources and budgets, mentor staff, and liaise with clients and stakeholders.
  • Prepare technical proposals and support business development.

Skills

Tunnelling project management
Civil & geotechnical engineering
Commercial awareness
Leadership & mentoring
Report writing & client liaison
Microsoft Office / design packages

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Geology or Structural Engineering
Chartered Engineer or equivalent

Tools

CAD
Ground Movement Analysis
Other design packages

Job description

WSP in the UK is seeking a Principal or Associate Tunnelling Engineer to join our Geotechnical and Tunnelling team. You will lead delivery on tunnelling projects, manage resources and finances, and mentor staff while liaising with clients and stakeholders across stages from feasibility to construction.

The role requires strong technical expertise in civil/geotechnical engineering, Chartered status, and experience with Eurocodes.

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