Senior Civil Engineer (Water / AMP8)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is actively seeking experienced Civil Engineers to support the AMP8 water industry capital investment programme. The role offers mentoring and growth opportunities within a global engineering environment, with exposure to wastewater, water treatment, sewerage and water network schemes.

You will lead design teams, manage budgets and schedules, and collaborate with clients across the UK and internationally, while developing both technical and leadership capabilities in a

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Chartered status or significant progression towards ICE/CIWEM an advantage.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Experience delivering projects within budget and schedule.
• Mentoring junior engineers to develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of project delivery including health & safety, technical aspects, quality, schedule and budget.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams to deliver civil engineering design.
• Shape delivery and identify opportunities to provide wider services across UK/overseas.
• Build client relationships to ensure project outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Contribute to innovative approaches, digital products and future-ready initiatives.

Skills

Client-facing

Communication

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Chartered status or progression towards ICE/CIWEM

Job description

Job Description

What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

A Little More About Your Role...

Our Regulated Water Asset Design team serves the municipal water sector both in the UK and internationally. We hold long term framework agreements direct with water companies, including Severn Trent Water and Southwest Water. We also hold excellent relationships and trading agreements with blue chip contractors, including Costain and Galliford Try, for whom we deliver projects across the UK. We deliver a full range of design services across wastewater treatment, water treatment, sewerage and water network schemes.

To find out more about our Water business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at https://www.wsp.com/en-us/sectors/wastewater

Due to a significant increase in the demand for our services, we are actively recruiting experienced Civil Engineers to help us service the AMP8 water industry capital investment programme. If you have relevant water industry design experience, we can offer you tailored experience to fulfil your career ambitions. Equally, if you are working in a different engineering sector, we can also offer mentoring programmes and training to support you in the transition to the water sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership for all aspects of project delivery including health & safety, technical, quality, schedule and budget


• Manage multi-disciplinary teams


• Shape the delivery of our services and identify opportunities to deliver complementary services from the wider WSP business in the UK and overseas


• Build relationships with our Clients to ensure that our services deliver project outcomes and customer satisfaction


• Contribute to the identification and delivery of innovative approaches, new services and digital products


• Contribute to the implementation of our Future Ready and Net Zero programme


• Act as an ambassador for best practice within the Asset Design team and on Client sponsored initiatives


• Undertake bid preparation, resource and budget development


• Line manage and support the professional development of graduate engineers and degree apprentices


• Contribute to recruitment and growth of the civil engineering team


• Continue your career journey through the ongoing development of your technical, managerial and leadership skills

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate...

• A degree in Civil Engineering


• Chartered status, or significant progression towards membership of the ICE or CIWEM


• Experience in managing engineering design teams comprising civil engineers and other supporting disciplines


• Experience in delivery of projects to an identified budget and schedule


• Acted in a checking or technical approval role on linear civil engineering infrastructure projects, or industrial / process related design


• Experience in mentoring or coaching junior civil engineering staff to develop their technical skills and professional development


• Client-facing experience


• Good presentation, written, and verbal communication skills

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging