Principal Engineer (Roads)

Job Description

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In today's world it's important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

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To find out more about our ROADs business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Roads | WSP

YOUR NEW ROLE, WHATS INVOLVED?

• Take a lead role in the delivery of Highways Infrastructure projects ensuring quality and timely delivery are at the forefront.
• Very likely act as a project manager for the delivery of highways related projects, which may include organisation and management of project resource, leading project meetings, financial reporting as well as client engagement and reporting.
• Ensure successful technical delivery of projects is met in accordance with client scope & ensure projects are delivered in line with company requirements.
• Engage with internal WSP staff (in other teams or sectors) to develop and maintain relationships in similar fields and across other services and maximise Roads opportunities.
• Be vigilant in ensuring that financial outcomes are achieved or exceeded for those projects you are working on through diligent working and sound business/financial management.
• Take a proactive approach to the reporting and mitigation of matters which present a risk to the achievement of successful delivery of projects.
• Assist the Project Director, and Regional Director with the development of business relating to Highway and Transportation activities across the Region.
• Assist in the management, development and coaching of staff within the Roads north east & Cumbria team to achieve high levels of performance;
• Ensure all projects/services are delivered in accordance with WSP's BMS system

YOUR TEAM

• Working closely with North Tyneside Council, Gateshead, South Tyneside & Redcar & Cleveland are just a small selection of the client base for which we already have excellent working relationships and a forward workload.
• Delivering the Highways design aspects of junction interventions, Active Travel, OBC and FBC's across Tyne & Wear and Teesside to help clients (and WSP internal teams where applicable) obtain valuable 3rd party funding from DfT and other key stakeholders.
• Reporting to Newcastle Team Leader, Roads within T&I
• Working within Highways Designteam and supporting Highways Drainage where required in Newcastle office within a wider Consultancy Team of around 200 multi-disciplines including traffic engineering, highways engineering, bridge/structures, intelligent infrastructure, earth & environment, Development Infrastructure and transport planning.
• Role has significant opportunity for development such as progression to Associate role is very possible based on experience and sustained in-job performance.
• Newcastle office is based at Amber Court, Newcastle Business Park, in close proximity to city centre, coffee shops and amenities. Also good links for public transport such as bus within just a few minutes walk.
• This exciting role provides an ambitious individual with the opportunity to shine, progress their career with support from line manager and Highway design and highway drainage teams that work excellent together both professionally and socially.

WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE

• Have Civil Engineering Degree or equivalent
• Have as a minimum ICE Incorporated Engineer status (IEng) or be committed to achieve this within 12 months of appointment. Ideally the candidate would be Chartered Status through ICE or CIHT.
• Be experienced user of Windes drainage modelling design software and Highway Alignment design software (eg 3D Civils or MX).
• Be experienced in working with Developers and Local/Water Authorities on Highway/Drainage adoption and approval processes.
• Carry out the Project Management role to lead on the successful delivery a range of projects. This will include responsibility for programming (using Microsoft Project), resource management and team building.
• Be AutoCAD proficient and experienced in overall highway/drainage design and detailing requirements.
• Be flexible to work across the full range of Civils Design areas and adopt an integrated approach during design and site works.
• Have a good working knowledge of DMRB and current drainage design standards and procedures.
• Have excellent working knowledge of NEC3 contract development and administration/delivery.
• Excellent working knowledge of the green book business case process (DfT).
• Have good presentation and communication skills.

About Us

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

In today's world it's important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong.

To find out more about our business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Who We Are | WSP

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important - whether that's for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP's Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

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.

Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the "WSP Hour" which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that's why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that's chartership, training or mentoring.

APPLY NOW AND BE THE FUTURE OF WSP!

#WeAreWSP

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.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.