River & Flood Risk Civil Engineer

Overview

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WSP are seeking Engineers with experience in Water, Drainage and Environmental Engineering for rivers and flood defence projects to expand the growth of our expertise and technical capability. We support clients and projects throughout the UK with a focus on the Environment Agency, Local Authorities and other asset management organisations, providing designs from concept through to detailed designs across a range of sectors.

• delivery of a wide variety of civil engineering river and flood related schemes
• preparing and supporting business cases for works to protect from flooding
• developing outline and detailed designs for engineering flood projects including hydraulic systems, flood defences, drainage and ancillary structures
• working with wider infrastructure clients (internal and external) in designing hydraulic structures (culverts, weirs, walls, outfalls, scour protection) associated with large infrastructure projects in highways, rail and property
• preparing work schedules and specifications for contractors
• carrying out asset inspection works of above and below ground structures
• supervise construction works (supported by others where required)
• working with local authorities and national environmentally based organisations

Location note: candidates at Engineer, Senior Engineer and Principal Engineer levels primarily located in the north of England, with offices in Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds or Sheffield.

• Degree qualified in civil or flood risk engineering
• Experience post degree in hydraulic designs associated with river or flood defence works
• Knowledge and understanding of flood and river diversion design principles and solutions
• Experience in the use of CAD or Civil 3D
• Site experience, ideally in a site supervision role
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Demonstratable contribution to the successful delivery of projects/programmes meeting quality and commercial targets

Working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status

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.

Work-life balance:
Hybrid working policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in our offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging:
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, and promote a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Health & Wellbeing:
Thrive programme, Virtual GP, workplace adjustments and a benefits package including Gymflex and menopause support.

Flex your time: WSP My Hour and flexible working arrangements, with options to purchase additional leave and use bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

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

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EEO statement:
Here at WSP we encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria and will provide workplace adjustments as needed.