Principal Bridge Engineer

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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…

As a Principal Engineer within our Local Government team in Cardiff, you will be pivotal in driving the delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects across the region. This is a varied role where you will get to work on a wide variety of local projects focused mainly around highway structures (bridges, culverts, retaining walls etc.). You will be able to get involved in design, inspection, assessment, and feasibility studies. Responsibilities will be varied, but will include:

• Design of bridges and other highways structures.
• Bridge strengthening and repair, inspections and assessments.
• General civil and structural engineering support the wider WSP business.
• Feasibility studies and options appraisals.
• Preparation of documents, reports and health and safety risk assessments, scheme feasibility studies and outline cost estimates.
• Supervision and mentoring of colleagues, including our developing professionals.
• Financial and project management of schemes

Your team…

The role is based in WSP's Cardiff office, working alongside colleagues from across WSP's broad range of disciplines. The office has onsite parking and we operate a hybrid working model that allows for a mix of in-office and home working.

The variety of projects and skills within our teams, together with our culture of learning, development and support, will give you fantastic opportunities to broaden your experience and skills.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

It is anticipated that you will be a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer, with experience that will include the following:

• Practical experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment, gained from working on both construction sites and the design office.
• Experience of project management of bridges and structural engineering projects.
• Knowledge in design, maintenance and supervision of structures related projects together with a track record of innovation in design and management of structures.
• Knowledge of the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works (MCDHW) in relation 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.
• Good communication and client relationship building skills are essential, plus a willingness to adapt to new challenges and to actively participate in the development of the wider team.

Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-life balance

At 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.

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. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

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 – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

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.

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As 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.