A little more about your role…
As a Principal / Associate 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 work on a wide range of local projects focused primarily on highway structures, including bridges, culverts and retaining walls. You will have the opportunity to contribute across the full project lifecycle, from design, inspection and assessment through to feasibility studies and business case development.
In addition to your technical responsibilities, you will act as Team Leader for a team of six engineers and technicians, providing leadership, mentoring and support to help develop individual careers, foster technical excellence and drive a collaborative, high-performing team culture. You will play a key role in shaping the continued growth and success of our Cardiff bridges capability, working closely with clients, project teams and regional leadership.
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:
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.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
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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 a 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.
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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.
We are one of the world’s leading professional services firms, uniting our engineering, advisory and science-based expertise to shape communities to advance humanity.
From local beginnings to a globe-spanning presence today, we operate in over 50 countries and employ approximately 73,000 professionals, known as Visioneers.
Operating from South Africa, and with a team of over 650+ we deliver innovative projects across sectors: Transport & Infrastructure, Property & Buildings, Earth & Environment, Water, Power & Energy and Mining & Metals.
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