Senior Structural Engineer (Highways)

WSP USA; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Structural Engineer in Shrewsbury, with hybrid working from the Shrewsbury office and potential Birmingham base. The role leads bridge maintenance designs, including investigations, feasibility, detailed design, tender input, site inspections and construction supervision.

Join a collaborative team of around 75 in Shropshire, delivering projects for Shropshire Council and collaborating across multi-asset teams.

Qualifications

• Relevant Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Full Member of relevant professional body, CEng or IEng, or supporting evidence to demonstrate an advanced application for future submission.
• Experience working as a Structural Engineer with a focus on bridges and other highways structures.
• Evidence of being independently responsible for delivering complex projects.
• A commitment to working collaboratively and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Inspection of structures to DMRB and the Inspection Manual for Highway Structures.
• Provision of technical input to the agreement of project briefs, proposals, and deliverables with Project Managers.
• Carrying out the checking, certifying (AIPs) and authorising for issue, designs, documents, and reports.
• Manage the delivery of technical outputs of project teams.
• Demonstrate compliance with Health, Safety and Welfare and CDM responsibilities.
• Be an active and collaborative team member, and work with other disciplines, including the Client team.
• Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within team.
• Potential for line management and mentoring opportunities.

Skills

Bridge engineering

Project leadership

Feasibility studies

Inspection & reporting

Education

Civil/Structural Engineering degree

CEng/IEng membership or eligible

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…

We have retained the Shropshire Professional Service Contract with key local client, Shropshire Council. We pride ourselves on the longevity of this contract, and the close working relationship we have developed over the last 23 years.

WSP work collaboratively as part of the Shropshire Alliance alongside Shropshire Council and Kier. We deliver a broad range of exciting projects, providing new and varied opportunities on this contract and within the wider WSP business.

The role is based from our WSP Shrewsbury office, with flexible working allowing for a mix of in-office and home working. There is also the potential for the role to be based in Birmingham, with travel to Shropshire required on a regular basis.

As a Senior Structural Engineer within our team your role will be varied but will include taking the lead on bridge maintenance designs - including scheme investigations, feasibility studies, detailed design, tender input, site inspections an construction supervision and assessment.

Other roles and responsibilities will include:

• Inspection of structures to DMRB and the Inspection Manual for Highway Structures.
• Provision of technical input to the agreement of project briefs, proposals, and deliverables with Project Managers.
• Carrying out the checking, certifying (AIP's) and authorising for issue, designs, documents, and reports.
• Manage the delivery of technical outputs of project teams.
• Demonstrate compliance with Health, Safety and Welfare and CDM responsibilities
• Be an active and collaborative team member, and work with other disciplines, including the Client team.
• Contribute to technical excellence and innovation within team.
• Potential for line management and mentoring opportunities.

Your team…

You will be an integral part of a highly collaborative team in Shropshire of approximately 75 people. As part of our commission, we work across multi asset teams offering individual or cross-asset support to deliver our projects, including major projects, and strategic planning for the client.

This new contract brings with it is exciting opportunities in economic growth, buildings management and project management and offers excellent prospects for career advancement and development. We are looking for individuals who can support us in our vision of delivering high quality, fast paced outcomes for the communities of Shropshire.

Our offices are situated in the medieval market town of Shrewsbury which offers a great quality of life with independent stores, restaurants and relaxing riverside walks along the River Severn. We offer opportunities to work flexibly both from home as well as time in the office.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Relevant Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Full Member of relevant professional body, CEng or IEng, or supporting evidence to demonstrate an advanced application for future submission.
• Experience working as a Structural Engineer with a focus on bridges and other highways structures.
• Evidence of being independently responsible for delivering complex projects.
• A commitment to working collaboratively and innovation.

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.

#LI-MD1

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

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.