Senior Highway Engineer

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Norwich; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Highway Engineer to join our Local Government team in Norwich. You will lead highway design work across projects, guide junior staff and ensure delivery to budget, timescales and technical standards.

The role offers opportunities to work on varied schemes in collaboration with clients and stakeholders, with mentoring and professional development supported by our team. Join WSP to shape infrastructure that communities rely on and contribute to high-profile projects in

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent with highway design experience.
• Working towards IEng or CEng status; professional qualifications are advantageous.
• Knowledge of highway design and/or drainage systems across project life cycles.
• Familiarity with design codes: DMRB/Manual for Streets/TSRGD and related guidance.

Responsibilities

• Develop highway designs and projects through all life cycle stages.
• Deliver projects to budget, programme, and technical standards; ensure legal compliance.
• Provide guidance to junior staff and mentor within the team.
• Contribute to the team’s internal knowledge base and upskill colleagues.

Skills

Highway design

Civil Engineering

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

IEng/CEng (towards)

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Bentley OpenRoads Designer

InfoDrainage

PDS

Job description

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…

WSP are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Senior Highway Engineer to join our Local Government team based in Norwich.

Our long‐term contract with Norfolk County Council started in 2014 and has proved to be successful. This collaborative approach of technical excellence from WSP, combined with Norfolk County Councils enviable record of securing project funding provides an opportunity to be part of some exciting and diverse opportunities.

Skills

Your role will be at the heart of our high‑performing team, using your technical skills and expertise to help us continue driving forward in terms of both technical quality and service efficiency. You can expect your role to involve:

• Supporting the development of highway designs and projects through all stages of the project life cycle.
• Being responsible for ensuring your projects are delivered to budget, programme, technical standards and legal requirements.
• You will be supported by a team of experienced and developing technical staff of various grades, to whom you will be expected to provide guidance and support as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development of the team’s internal knowledge base. Mentor and upskills junior staff helping them develop professionally and progress towards professional qualifications.
• Provide support to Project Managers within the design team in planning, programming, technical input to the pricing of project briefs, proposals, deliverables and cost estimation.
• Be responsible for checking, certifying and authorising for issue designs, documents, approvals, and reports.
• Being active on several varied multi‑disciplinary projects at any given time.
• Coordinate engineering and technician resources to deliver work packages for our client.
• Work collaboratively with client, key stakeholders and internal teams, as necessary to deliver the schemes/projects.
• On ad hoc basis, support our projects with site supervision, monitoring Contractor’s compliance with the Contract and ensuring works are inline with the Works Information.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate…

• A passion for design and developing innovative solutions, demonstrating initiative and ingenuity to solve engineering problems.
• A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent within a highway design role.
• Working towards IEng or CEng status with a professional institute. Professional qualifications are advantageous.
• Relevant knowledge and experience of highway design and/or drainage systems at various stages of the project life cycle. Specific experience in the following areas is advantageous: road geometry, roundabouts, at-grade and grade separated junctions, inclusive active travel, highway drainage systems, road restraint systems, traffic sign and road marking design.
• Knowledge of the relevant design codes such as the Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, TSRGD, Local Authority design guidance and are well versed in the preparation of drawings for contract documentation and technical approvals including the application of departures from standard.
• The ability to use or direct and check the use of relevant software including but not limited to Autodesk Civils 3D, Bentley OpenRoads Designer, InfoDrainage and/or PDS.
• Proactively manages change on tasks/projects, clearly communicating potential impacts on programme, cost, and quality.
• Experience of complying with Designers Duties under CDM regulations.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can.