Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer

Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer (Development) Join to apply for the Principal Civil Infrastructure Engineer (Development) role at WSP. 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. Responsibilities 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. 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. You will provide project leadership on several varied multi‑disciplinary projects acting as Project Manager where required. 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. You will be involved in high‑profile client engagement, stakeholder management, design team collaboration (both internal and with other external multi‑disciplinary professionals), and project management. 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. Qualifications 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. Design experience; focused on the development sector (drainage, flood risk, highways, earthworks and utilities). An awareness of hydraulics, hydrology, geotechnics and building structures is desirable as well as an understanding of construction design stages and procedures. The ability to produce infrastructure masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings. 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. Aware of current and emerging technical and planning guidance on climate change and sustainability. The ability to use or direct and check the use of relevant software including Micro Drainage, Info Drainage, Civils 3D and/or PDS. 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. 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. Knowledge of the financial and contractual aspects of planning, bidding, and delivering both large and small projects. Postgraduate (or equivalent) experience and are at least nearing Chartership or have equivalent commercial experience and responsibility. Willing to become an ICE Supervising or Delegated Civil Engineer (SCE / DE) to assist with training and development of junior members of the team. Benefits Work‑life balance: 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. 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. 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. Application Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at WSP by 2x. Apply today. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Part‑time Job function: Information Technology Industries: Professional Services EEO Statement We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender re‑assignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. 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