Manager - Engineering Services

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. We are seeking enthusiastic Engineering Managers to join our expanding Rail Engineering Services team to lead on the technical delivery of our diverse portfolio of rail engineering projects across the UK and overseas.

• Lead, direct, and coordinate multi-disciplinary technical teams, and support the resolution of complex technical problems.
• Manage client and stakeholder relationships to achieve desired project outcomes.
• Set an example for health, safety and welfare on your projects and instil a strong safety culture within the delivery team.
• Lead on the development and management of client requirements and other assurance outputs i.e. assumptions and departures.
• Lead design coordination activities such as integrated design reviews and promoting digitalisation to aid delivery.
• Work alongside Project and Design Managers to ensure the technical delivery of Rail projects.
• Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to aspiring engineering managers.

You will work on exciting and inspiring projects for a variety of infrastructure owners, national and local governments, public and private sector clients including Network Rail, HS2, regional transport bodies, operators and contractors.

You will be part of the Engineering Management and Project Management Service Line – a team of professionally qualified, talented and diverse individuals that work together to:

• Deliver multi-disciplinary projects for a number of important clients.
• Undertake work across the full design lifecycle, from early concept stage to detailed design and subsequently supporting delivery contractors on site.
• Mentor others in the team, supporting their development by sharing technical knowledge and experience.
• Provide clients with technical excellence through our delivery of projects.

The role will be based in one of our iconic city centre offices throughout the UK. Our offices provide a quality, flexible and dynamic working space focused on the health and wellbeing of our staff, benefitting from innovative design, substantial amounts of natural light, open collaborative spaces and easy access to public transport.

We are actively seeking recognised Engineering Managers with demonstrable multidisciplinary delivery experience:

• A track record of successfully delivering multi-disciplinary projects as an Engineering Manager.
• An engineering specialism and experience in railway engineering design.
• Strong experience in at least one area of the full project lifecycle from initial feasibility studies to detailed design and implementation.
• A strong understanding of CSM, CDM and other health and safety regulations, and the application of 'safe by design' techniques.
• Technical knowledge to be able to challenge project teams on outputs / deliverables.
• Experience undertaking roles with specific engineering responsibilities, e.g. Chartered or incorporated registration with a relevant professional engineering institution.
• Understanding of client engineering assurance processes.
• Understanding of railway standards.

Experience across the full project lifecycle from initial feasibility studies to detailed design and implementation; Experience of engineering management of consents-led schemes.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

We 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 & 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. 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.

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.