Senior​/Principal Engineer - Bridges

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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.

As a Senior/Principal Engineer, you will be pivotal in driving the delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects and will use your knowledge and skills to deliver the right quality to time and budget. You will mentor and support junior team members.

• Bridge design, both in the UK and overseas;
• Bridge management;
• Bridge strengthening and repair, inspections and assessments;
• General civil and structural engineering support to other teams;
• Feasibility studies and options appraisals;
• Preparation of documents, reports and health and safety risk assessments, scheme designs and drawings, scheme feasibility studies and outline cost estimates;
• Preparation of fee estimates;
• Supervision of junior members of the team and CAD technicians.

It is anticipated that you will be a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer. This experience should include:

• Practical knowledge and experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment, gained from working on both construction sites and the design office;
• Practical knowledge and experience of project management of bridge projects;
• Proven knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of structures with a track record of innovation in design and management of structures, including new build, maintenance, assessment and strengthening of bridges and civil structures infrastructure;
• Proven working knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCDHW) related to structural schemes;
• Understanding and experience of use of Eurocodes and their application to bridge design;
• Experience of design in or assessment of steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete bridge structures;
• Experience of grillage, space frame and finite element analysis software packages such as LUSAS, Superstress and SAM;
• Good communication, client handling and interpersonal skills are essential, plus a willingness to adapt to new challenges and to actively participate in the development of the bridges team.

Note:

If you don t meet all criteria, you can still apply and we can assess how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by a common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

Work-life balance:
Our hybrid working policy offers 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 and encourage people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work.

Health & Wellbeing:
We offer Thrive programs, Virtual GP access, reasonable workplace adjustments, gym benefits, and menopause support.

Flex your time: WSP My Hour allows you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexible time adjustments. Part-time and flexible working arrangements, additional leave, and bank holiday entitlement options are available.

Your development:
We invest in training, mentoring, and Chartership opportunities to support your growth.

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EEO statement:
We actively encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We are a Disability Confident leader and will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please indicate any workplace adjustments needed for your application.