At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage project delivery, including health & safety, quality, and budget for water sector projects.
- Company: WSP serves the municipal water sector in the UK and internationally, with long-term agreements with Severn Trent Water.
- Benefits: Enjoy a hybrid working policy, health support through the Thrive programme, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: The position offers opportunities for mentoring and professional development within the civil engineering team.
- Why this job: Join a growing team to shape innovative water industry solutions and advance your career in civil engineering.
- Qualifications: A degree in Civil Engineering and experience managing design teams are essential for this role.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
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 directly with water companies, including Severn Trent Water and Southwest Water. We also maintain 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. Due to a significant increase in the demand for our services, we are actively recruiting experienced 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 Responsibilities
- Take ownership for all aspects of project delivery including health & safety, technical, quality, schedule and budget
- Manage 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 overseas
- Build 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 products
- Contribute to the implementation of our Future Ready and Net Zero programme
- Act as an ambassador for best practice within the Asset Design team and on Client sponsored initiatives
- Undertake bid preparation, resource and budget development
- Line manage and support the professional development of graduate engineers and degree apprentices
- Contribute to recruitment and growth of the civil engineering team
- Continue your career journey through the ongoing development of your technical, managerial and leadership skills
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…
- A degree in Civil Engineering
- Chartered status, or significant progression towards membership of the ICE or CIWEM
- Experience in managing engineering design teams comprising civil engineers and other supporting disciplines
- Experience in delivery of projects to an identified budget and schedule
- Acted 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 development
- Client‑facing experience
- Good presentation, written, and verbal communication skills
What's in it for you?
- Work‑life balance: 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.
- Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work.
- 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.
- Flex your time: 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.
- Your development: 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.
Senior Civil Engineer (Water / AMP8) in Newcastle Emlyn employer: WSP
WSP is committed to inclusivity and offers a supportive environment for career growth. Located across the UK, they provide health and wellbeing initiatives, including a Virtual GP service and gym membership discounts. The team values integrity and respect, fostering a culture of belonging.
