At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical delivery of civil engineering projects and provide expert drainage solutions.
- Company: Join WSP, a global leader in engineering consultancy with a culture of innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with excellent career advancement opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on landmark projects while collaborating with top industry professionals.
- Qualifications: Experience in drainage design, flood risk assessments, and project management required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
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.
A little more about your role…
Responsibilities- Leading day‑to‑day technical delivery of civil engineering consultancy services to support clients through all stages of the project life‑cycle from feasibility and concept design through to planning, detailed design, and construction.
- Providing technical expertise in drainage, SuDS, flood risk, highways, streetscape, earthworks and utilities to all types of land, property and infrastructure development projects across all sectors and clients.
- Providing project leadership on several varied multi‑disciplinary projects acting as Project Manager where required.
- Being supported by a team of experienced and developing technical staff of various grades, and providing guidance and support as appropriate.
- Being involved in high‑profile client engagement, stakeholder management, design team collaboration (both internal and with other external multidisciplinary professionals), and project management.
- Being responsible for, or actively engaged in, ensuring projects are delivered within budget, on programme, and to the required quality for technical and legal compliance.
- Knowledge of and experience in highway design, drainage strategies and technical design, flood risk assessments and management, utility design and planning as well as a working knowledge of the development sector.
- Design experience focused on the development sector (drainage, flood risk, highways, earthworks and utilities).
- Knowledge and experience of hydraulics, hydrology, geotechnics and building structures is desirable as well as an understanding of construction design stages and procedures.
- The ability to produce infrastructure masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings.
- Knowledge of the relevant design codes such as Water UK Sewerage Sector Guidance, Design Manual for Roads.
Principal / Associate Drainage Engineer (Development) in Hampshire employer: WSP
At WSP, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our team members enjoy access to extensive professional development opportunities, allowing them to grow their skills while working on landmark projects that make a real impact. Located in a vibrant area, our office promotes a healthy work-life balance and encourages diverse perspectives, making it an ideal place for passionate engineers to thrive.
