Senior Civil Engineer, Renewables: Lead Onshore Wind

WSP; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Thrive programme

Gymflex benefits

Chartership support

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer for Renewables in the UK to lead onshore wind and repowering projects. You will steer feasibility, design, procurement, construction and handover, aligning scope, budget and schedule while advising clients.

You will manage multidisciplinary teams, drive risk mitigation and ensure compliance with CDM and contract requirements, while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Chartered Engineer or Chartered Project Professional desirable.
• Project management qualification such as APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner, PMP or equivalent.
• Experience delivering renewable energy infrastructure projects, especially onshore wind.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of renewable energy projects from feasibility through to operation.
• Manage scope, programme, budget, risk, quality and safety for projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including civil, electrical, structural and planning.
• Interface with clients, landowners, authorities and contractors.
• Provide strategic project leadership and client advice.
• Oversee procurement activities and contract management.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

Team leadership

Communication

Risk management

Budget management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Engineering or related discipline

Chartered Engineer

PMQ/PRINCE2/PMP

Tools

NEC contracts

FIDIC contracts

Job description

WSP is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer for Renewables in the UK to lead onshore wind and repowering projects. You will steer feasibility, design, procurement, construction and handover, aligning scope, budget and schedule while advising clients.

You will manage multidisciplinary teams, drive risk mitigation and ensure compliance with CDM and contract requirements, while mentoring junior staff and supporting business development.