Senior Civil Engineer - Rail Infrastructure

WSP in the UK & Ireland; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in rail infrastructure is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to join their team in London. The role involves managing multi-disciplinary projects, providing technical support, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Civil Engineering and experience in project management, with opportunities for career progression and mentorship.

Qualifications

• Chartered Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or nearing Chartered status.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary engineering projects from initial studies to detailed design.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical outputs to the highest standards.
• Resolve technical civil engineering issues.
• Scope and supervise surveys.

Skills

Project Management

Technical Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering

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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…

• An opportunity to join our Rail Civil Engineering team located in Leeds, Manchester, or London.
• Supported progression to Contractors Responsible Engineer (CRE), or further enhancement of CRE capabilities.
• Help to grow the team through Bidding, Line Management, and Business Improvement activities.
• The opportunity to develop and grow in the role with support & mentoring to maximize your career development and progress within WSP.
• Preparation of technical outputs to the highest standards in accordance with WSP’s quality management system.
• Resolving technical civil engineering issues.
• Assist in developing drawings, reports, and specifications, working closely with Engineers and Technicians to deliver on time.
• Scope and supervise surveys.
• Ensure familiarity and compliance with relevant Health, Safety, and Welfare regulations, promoting WSP’s SHEW culture within your team.
• Undertake necessary design tasks (calculations, risk assessments, etc.) supported by team members to produce design outputs.

Your Team

• Opportunities for growth in a small/growing team with potential for career progression and influence on team development.
• Provide technical support and mentorship to project teams, working on projects for clients like Network Rail, Contractors, Developers, & HS2.
• Engage in technical, management, and business functions with strong career development prospects.
• Work under mentorship to develop CRE responsibilities; potential to work as a CEM depending on experience.
• Operate in a multi-disciplinary environment, delivering projects within a Common Data Environment (CDE).
• Opportunity to support junior staff and take on line management responsibilities.

What We Would Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related subject accredited by the Engineering Council.
• Chartered Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers or nearing Chartered status.
• Experience managing all stages of multi-disciplinary engineering projects from initial studies to detailed design.
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and standards, including the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges, British and European Standards, Eurocodes, and Codes of Practice.

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