WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

Senior/Principal Bridge Engineer

Structural EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeWrexham, UKNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Hold a professional qualification and membership with the Institution of Civil Engineers or Institution of Structural Engineers (CEng MICE or MIStructE).
Have practical knowledge and experience of bridge design, maintenance, and assessment.
Understand and have experience with Eurocodes and/or sector-specific codes and standards, such as Network Rail standards and DMRB.
Have experience using finite element analysis software and parametric design techniques.
Have commercial awareness and experience managing costs.
Have good report-writing skills.
Have experience leading teams.
Have good communication, client-handling, and interpersonal skills, a willingness to adapt to new challenges, and an interest in actively participating in the development of others.

Responsibilities

Lead and review bridge design.
Lead and review bridge strengthening and repair, inspections, and assessments.
Provide general civil and structural engineering support to other teams.
Carry out feasibility studies and options appraisals.
Prepare and review specifications, reports, and health and safety risk assessments.
Prepare and review CDM documentation, such as a Pre-Construction Information Pack.
Review design drawings and prepare fee estimates.
Supervise junior team members.

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

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.

A little more about your role…

Lead and review Bridge design
Lead and review Bridge strengthening and repair, inspections and assessments
General civil and structural engineering support to other teams
Feasibility studies and options appraisals
Preparation/review of specifications, reports and health and safety risk assessments
Preparation/review of CDM Documentation e.g. Pre-Construction Information Pack
Review of design drawings and preparation of fee estimates
Supervision of junior members of the team.

Your team…

Our Civil and Bridge Engineering team in Wrexham is made up of engineers, technicians and project management professionals with a breadth of backgrounds and experience. We are based in central office, alongside other teams from our diverse business, with easy access to public transport and city centre amenities.

We work across a huge variety of projects in the rail and highways sectors for a wide client base that includes HS2, Network Rail, National Highways, Local Authorities, D&B Contractors and private sector clients.

The variety of projects and skills within our team, together with our culture of learning, development and support, will give you fantastic opportunities to broaden your experience and skills across all sectors.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

Professional qualification and membership with the Institution of Civil Engineers or Institution of Structural Engineers (CEng MICE or MIStructE)
Practical knowledge and experience of bridge design, maintenance and assessment
Understanding and experience of Eurocodes and/ or sector-specific codes and standards (e.g. Network Rail standards, DMRB)
Experience of finite element analysis software and parametric design techniques
Commercial awareness and experience of managing costs
Good report-writing skills
Experience of leading teams
Good communication, client handling and interpersonal skills plus a willingness to adapt to new challenges and to actively participate in the development of others

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.

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About the Company

WSP

Plans and designs infrastructure projects

WSP is an engineering and science consultancy that helps governments and businesses plan, design, and manage infrastructure. Its teams work on transport networks, buildings, water systems, power facilities, and environmental projects, combining engineers with scientists, planners, and technical advisers. Services include feasibility studies, detailed design, environmental assessments, and project management, with specialists supporting assets through construction and operation. Clients pay through contracts priced by staff time, agreed project fees, or a share of project costs. Genivar reorganized as WSP Global in 2014, and the group is headquartered in Montreal, Quebec.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Montreal, Canada
Founded: 1959

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