Senior Engineer (Roads) in Cardiff

Join WSP’s Roads team to design and deliver world‑class major road projects in the UK and Ireland. You’ll work alongside talented engineers, project managers and clients, delivering projects from early design through to successful handover.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering solutions for projects or work packages of varying scale, complexity and stage.
• Ensure projects are delivered to budget, programme, technical standards and legal requirements.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders and internal disciplines, building trusted relationships and managing expectations.
• Co‑plan, co‑programme and co‑price proposals and deliverables with Project and Technical Delivery Leads.
• Check, certify designs, documents and reports prior to approval.
• Lead and coordinate resources during project or package delivery.
• Mentor and upskill junior staff, helping them progress towards professional qualifications.
• Maintain compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental legislation and in‑house quality assurance standards/processes.

Qualifications

• A passion for design and innovative engineering solutions.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Hold IEng or be working towards CEng, with demonstrable progress.
• Experience of highway design throughout the project life cycle; knowledge of geometry, active travel, drainage, restraints, pavements, traffic signs and utilities.
• Broad knowledge of relevant design standards and best‑practice codes such as Design Manual for Roads & Bridges, Manual for Streets, TSRGD, Active Travel Act guidance and local authority guidance.
• Experience leading single or multi‑disciplinary projects or work packages.
• Proficiency in relevant software (AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley OpenRoads Designer, InfoDrainage, Causeway, PDS).
• Knowledge of CDM duty holders and proactive risk management.
• Excellent communication, client/stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.

What We Will Be Looking For You To Demonstrate

• Innovative problem‑solving and initiative.
• Strong technical competence and design expertise.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Commercial awareness and risk management.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and environmental stewardship.

What’s In It For You

• Work‑life balance – Hybrid working two days a week with flexible modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging – A culture that celebrates diversity, promotes inclusion, and supports authenticity.
• Health & Wellbeing – Thrive programme, virtual GP service, reasonable workplace adjustments, gymflex scheme, menopause support.
• Flex your time – “WSP My Hour” and flexible arrangements (part‑time, purchase extra leave).
• Your development – Training, mentoring, and chartership opportunities.

About WSP

WSP is a global engineering and professional services firm. Over 72,800 professionals drive innovation, integrity and inclusion in the communities we serve. With more than 9,000 people across the UK and Ireland, we support local communities while leveraging international expertise.

Equal Opportunity

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.