2026 Graduate Programme - Property & Buildings - Building Structures in London

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.

We are seeking graduates for our Building Structures teams, who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading engineering and professional advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects. Structural Engineers in the Buildings Sector work collaboratively with architects and other consultants to develop coordinated designs for the built environment. The role requires a broad range of skills and includes a wide variety of tasks from technical tasks, like carrying out calculations manually or using analysis software and producing BIM models and drawings; you will also be involved in creative duties, such as developing innovative designs or new processes.

Graduates working in our Structural Engineering teams begin contributing to activities our structural engineers are part of from day one, initially with close support from more experienced engineers. Graduates who join our teams will gradually develop more independence through a combination of hands‑on experience and structured training, and will become mentors to more junior colleagues. You will be embedded in multidisciplinary teams and mentored by experienced engineers, gaining exposure to real‑world challenges and innovative solutions.

Our teams work on some of the most prestigious assignments in the UK, and you will be helping deliver projects such as:

• The Shard and 22 Bishopsgate
• Newfoundland Tower
• Elephant and Castle Town Centre
• London Bridge Station
• Birmingham Sports Hub, Elison Institute
• Old Oak Common and High Speed Rail Station
• Durley Chine Sustainability Hub Bournemouth
• Confidential Research Campus, Southampton
• The Babbage Building – a new Engineering department for the University of Plymouth
• New Energy Centres in Barking, Colchester and Bradford
• A variety of Defence Projects
• Catterick Health Centre RAAC Surveys and remedial Design

Day‑to‑Day Activities:

• Reviewing architectural plans and proposing structural solutions.
• Performing load assessments and structural calculations.
• Drafting and updating structural drawings and BIM models.
• Attending design coordination meetings with architects and MEP teams.
• Visiting construction sites to inspect structural elements and report findings.
• Carrying out appraisals of existing buildings and reporting on their current condition and suitability for adaptation.
• Responding to queries from contractors and other design consultants.
• Researching innovative materials, construction methods and design techniques.

Our two‑year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programme includes core business and professional skills training, career development workshops and resources, valuable networking opportunities, mentoring for professional registration and a breadth of on‑the‑job experience. Our teams are dedicated to supporting your career growth from the very beginning. Many employees have started as graduates and successfully advanced within the company. We encourage you to achieve chartered status with professional bodies such as the ICE and IStructE. You will be fully supported through enrolment in a professional institution's training agreement, guiding you towards chartered status.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate:

• Graduated with at least a 2:2 in a master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Completed the application form in full, answering all specific questions.
• Will begin work in either April or September 2026.
• Understanding of structural mechanics and building materials.
• Good attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to explain structural concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
• Eagerness to learn, contributing to complex building projects with an interest in construction technology.
• Enthusiasm for creativity and a drive to solve problems.
• Willingness to share new ideas.

We review applications for our early‑career opportunities on a rolling basis, which means we begin progressing some candidates to the final stages before the application closing date. To ensure your application receives full consideration, we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.