River & Flood Risk Civil Engineer

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.Job DescriptionA Little More About Your Role… 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.As part of the role, you will be responsible for: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 etc;working with wider infrastructure clients (internal and external) in designing hydraulic structures (culverts, weirs, walls, outfalls, scour protection etc) 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.We are looking for candidates at Engineer, Senior Engineer and Principal Engineer primarily located in the north of England, who could work from our Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, or Sheffield offices.What We Are Looking For You To Demonstrate…Degree qualified in civil or flood risk engineeringExperience post degree in hydraulic designs associated with river or flood defence worksKnowledge and understanding of flood and river diversion design principles and solutionsExperience in the use of CAD or Civil 3DSite experience, ideally in a site supervision roleExcellent written and verbal communicationDemonstratable contribution to the successful delivery of projects/programmes meeting quality and commercial targetsWorking towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer statusBenefitsAt 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.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 are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.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.WSP is 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr