Principal Civil Engineer (Rivers)

Role overview

WSP are seeking Chartered Civil Engineers with experience in Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management for River Scour and Lead Local Flood Authority programme delivery support and to expand the growth of our expertise and technical capability. Within our River and Coastal Engineering team we support clients and projects throughout the UK with a focus on Local Authorities, Network Rail, Highways, Environment Agency and major infrastructure projects including offshore wind, desalination plants and submarine cables, providing modelling, appraisal and feasibility studies, business cases and designs from concept through to detailed designs.Responsibilities

providing technical support and expertise for our rivers, scour and coastal civil engineering design teamssupporting on the delivery of proposalsmentoring and helping to develop our Apprentices, Graduates and Early Career Professionalscontributing to our Innovation Accelerator program and Research and Development programmessupporting our delivery of local authority FCERM programmesQualifications and experience

Experience post degree in designing sustainable water management engineering designs such as scour assessments and scour repair design, river or flood defence works, coastal engineeringDegree qualified in civil engineeringKnowledge and understanding of flood and river scour design principles and solutionsExcellent written and verbal communicationSuccessful management of projects/programmes and teams to meet both quality and commercial targetsChartered Civil Engineer statusLocation

Our preferred location for a candidate would be the South West of England, to work from our Exeter or Bristol offices, but other locations nationwide would be considered.About us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 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 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.What’s in it for you

Work-life balanceWork is just one aspect of your life. Our hybrid policy offers flexibility to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity and BelongingWe welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work and celebrate integrity and respect. We have employee resource groups to promote inclusivity.Health and WellbeingWe support health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme, including Virtual GP access, reasonable workplace adjustments, Gymflex discounts, and menopause support.Flex your timeWSP My Hour allows one hour each day for personal activities with flexible time adjustment. We offer part-time and flexible working arrangements, option to purchase additional leave, and flexible use of bank holidays.Your developmentWe invest in your development through training, mentoring, and Chartered status support.#WeAreWSPWe encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity; we are a Disability Confident leader and will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential ..... full job details .....