Principal Civil Engineer (Drainage) in Birmingham

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons. Our Regulated Water Asset Design team serves the municipal water sector both in the UK and internationally. We hold long term framework agreements direct with water companies, including Severn Trent Water and Southwest Water. We also hold excellent relationships and trading agreements with blue chip contractors, including Costain and Galliford Try, for whom we deliver projects across the UK. We deliver a full range of design services across wastewater treatment, water treatment, sewerage and water network schemes. To find out more about our Water business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at Due to a significant increase in the demand for our services, we are actively recruiting Senior Civil Engineers and Principal Civil Engineers to help us service the AMP8 water industry capital investment programme. If you have relevant water industry design experience, we can offer you tailored experience to fulfil your career ambitions. Equally, if you are working in a different engineering sector, we can also offer mentoring programmes and training to support you in the transition to the water sector. Key ResponsibilitiesAs a Principal Civil Engineer you will have the opportunity to: Take ownership for all aspects of project delivery including health & safety, technical, quality, schedule and budgetManage multi-disciplinary teams Shape the delivery of our services and identify opportunities to deliver complimentary services from the wider WSP business in the UK and overseasBuild relationships with our Clients to ensure that our services deliver project outcomes and customer satisfaction Contribute to the identification and delivery of innovative approaches, new services and digital productsContribute to the implementation of our Future Ready and Net Zero programmeAct as an ambassador for best practice within the Asset Design team and on Client sponsored initiativesUndertake bid preparation, resource and budget developmentLine manage and support the professional development of graduate engineers and degree apprenticesContribute to recruitment and growth of the civil engineering teamContinue your career journey through the ongoing development of your technical, managerial and leadership skillsWhat we will be looking for you to demonstrate...A degree in Civil EngineeringChartered status, or significant progression towards membership of the ICE or CIWEMExperience in managing engineering design teams comprising civil engineers and other supporting disciplinesExperience in delivery of projects to an identified budget and scheduleActed in a checking or technical approval role on linear civil engineering infrastructure projects, or industrial / process related design Experience in mentoring or coaching junior civil engineering staff to develop their technical skills and professional developmentClient-facing experience Good presentation, written, and verbal communication skillsDon't quite meet all the criteria? Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. LI-DM2We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 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 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. 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 celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. Health & WellbeingWe 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. 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 timeTo 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 developmentWe 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.#WeAreWSPHere 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.