Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer

2 weeks ago

greater manchester england United Kingdom WSP Full time
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…
  1. You will be leading day to day technical delivery of civil engineering consultancy services to support our clients through all stages of the project life-cycle from feasibility and concept design through to planning, detailed design, and construction.
  2. You will provide technical expertise in drainage, SuDS, flood risk, highways, streetscape, earthworks and utilities to all types of land, property and infrastructure development projects across all sectors and clients.
  3. You will provide project leadership on several varied multi-disciplinary projects acting as Project Manager where required.
  4. 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.
  5. You will be involved in high profile client engagement, stakeholder management, design team collaboration (both internal and with other external multidisciplinary professionals), and project management.
  6. You will be responsible for, or actively engaged in, ensuring your projects are delivered within budget, on programme, and to the required quality for technical and legal compliance.
The Development Team is a well-established and high performing discipline within the Planning and Development business unit which includes over 800 colleagues focused on project delivery through the whole project life cycle, from initial land acquisition, planning support and design, through to scheme implementation.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…
  1. Knowledge of and experience in highway design, drainage strategies and technical design, flood risk assessments and management, utility design and planning as well as a working knowledge of the development sector.
  2. Design experience; focused on the development sector (drainage, flood risk, highways, earthworks and utilities).
  3. An awareness of hydraulics, hydrology, geotechnics and building structures is desirable as well as an understanding of construction design stages and procedures.
  4. The ability to produce infrastructure masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings.
  5. Knowledge of the relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, Local Authority Design Guidance, SuDS Manual and are well versed in the preparation of drawings for contract documentation and technical approvals.
  6. Aware of current and emerging technical and planning guidance on climate change and sustainability.
  7. The ability to use or direct and check the use of relevant software including Micro Drainage, Info Drainage, Civils 3D and/or PDS.
  8. Experience of liaison with clients, co-professionals and design teams, and competence in liaising with highway, water, statutory and local authorities to negotiate the necessary outline and detailed technical approvals and statutory agreements typically relating to development projects.
  9. Knowledge of the relevant legal processes, planning, design, design software, technical consents process, adoption and contract procedures for the provision of sewers, SuDS, highways and utilities to new developments and regeneration projects and how if, applied effectively, these skills combine to add value to a client's development proposal.
  10. Knowledge of the financial and contractual aspects of planning, bidding, and delivering both large and small projects.
  11. Postgraduate (or equivalent) experience and are at least nearing Chartership or have equivalent commercial experience and responsibility.
  12. Willing to become an ICE Supervising or Delegated Civil Engineer (SCE / DE) to assist with training and development of junior members of the team.
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. Apply today.

About Us

We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 69,300 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 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer

    6 days ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Penguin Recruitment Ltd Full time

    **PRINCIPAL CIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER** We are seeking a self-motivated Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer to join our clients' growing Team. The ideal Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer will have dedication and relish the challenge of a demanding and varied workload. **About the position** The Team already has a well-developed client base...

  • Senior/Principal Civil Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Manchester, England, United Kingdom Ramboll Full time

    Senior/Principal Civil Engineer - Airfield TeamFull-timeWe invite you to bring your civil engineering expertise, professionalism and skills into play as you contribute to the continuing growth and development of the aviation business in Ramboll. To succeed in this role you must have a Civil Engineering degree and ideally be chartered or on your chartership...

  • Principal Civil Engineer

    2 weeks ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Access Talent Group Full time

    Principal Civil Engineer - Electrical SubstationsReference: Cg184Sector: Civil & Structural Engineering, MEP and Fire EngineeringWorking Hours: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs), 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri)Access Talent Group are currently recruiting for a UK medium-sized design consultancy looking for a Principal or Lead Civil Engineer specializing in substation and...

  • Civil Infrastructure Engineer

    1 day ago

    Manchester, England, United Kingdom Code Resources LTD Full time

    Civil Design Engineer (civils/infrastructure projects)Manchester (flexible / hybrid working)c£40k - 50k + packageWe are pleased to be working with a well-established civil structural consultancy to recruit a Civil Design Engineer in Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the design of a range of medium and large-scale civil...

  • Principal Civil Engineer

    7 days ago

    Manchester, England, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full time

    Shape the Future of our cities and environments.Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients' challenges head-on. It's a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.Bring your skills to...

  • Principal Civil Engineer

    4 days ago

    Greater Manchester, United Kingdom Millbank Holdings Full time

    Are you an experienced Principal or Lead Civil Design Engineer?Do you have experience within the Clean or Waste Water industry with a strong technical design ability?Would you like to join a leading engineering consultancy at the forefront of sustainable solutions?If this sounds of interest to you, then proceed on for further informationThe opportunityWe are...

  • Civil Infrastructure Engineer

    1 week ago

    Manchester, England, United Kingdom Code Resources LTD Full time

    Civil Infrastructure Design EngineerManchester (flexible / hybrid working)c£37k - 45k + packageWe are pleased to be working with a well established civil structural consultancy to recruit a civil engineer with offices in Manchester offering the opportunity to contribute in the design of a diverse range of infrastructure and civil design schemes with a...

  • Lead / Principal Civil & Structural Engineer

    4 days ago

    Manchester, England, United Kingdom ATTB - The Big Jobsite Full time

    My client is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Lead / Principal Civil & Structural Engineer to provide technical leadership on major infrastructure projects in the water, nuclear, and highways sectors. This freelance role offers an exciting opportunity for a senior professional to work independently while delivering strategic, high-value engineering...

  • Principal Civil Engineer

    1 day ago

    Manchester, United Kingdom Penguin Recruitment Ltd Full time

    **PRINCIPAL CIVIL INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEER** We are seeking a self motivated Principal Infrastructure Engineer to join our clients' growing Team in Manchester who has dedication and relishes the challenge of a demanding and varied workload. **About the position** **Experience required** - Computer analysis including use of AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Flow and PDS -...

  • Senior / Principal Civil Engineer

    1 week ago

    east midlands, england, United Kingdom Calibre Search Ltd Full time

    Senior / Principal Civil EngineerWigan, Lancashire£50,000 - £60,000+ (DOE) + BenefitsWe're currently working with a well-established consultancy who are looking to add a Senior / Principal Civil Engineer to their growing team. If you have a passion for residential design and the technical know-how to deliver infrastructure projects from concept to...