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Senior / Principal Engineer (Bridges)


Company : WSP in the UK & Ireland


Location : Birmingham, England


Created : 2025-07-26


Job Type : Full Time


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Join to apply for theSenior / Principal Engineer (Bridges)role atWSP in the UK & Ireland 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for theSenior / Principal Engineer (Bridges)role atWSP in the UK & Ireland Job DescriptionWhat if you could do the kind of work the world needs?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. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. Job DescriptionWhat if you could do the kind of work the world needs?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. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.A Little More About Your Role …We are expanding our team and are looking for a Senior or Principal Engineer (dependent on experience) for our Birmingham, Manchester and Wrexham office.You will be pivotal in driving the delivery of civil and bridge engineering projects and will use your knowledge and skills to deliver the right quality to time and budget. You will use those attributes to mentor and support junior team members.In This Role Your Responsibilities Will IncludeLead 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, Preparation of fee estimates, Supervision of junior members of the team.QualificationsProfessional 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.Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.With us, you can. Apply today.About UsWe 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 balanceAt WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.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 & BelongingWe welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.Health & WellbeingWe are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.Flex your timeTo enhance work-life balance, 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.We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.Your developmentWe understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.#WeAreWSPHere 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.Seniority levelSeniority level Mid-Senior level Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Professional Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at WSP in the UK & Ireland by 2x Get notified about new Senior Principal Engineer jobs inBirmingham, England, United Kingdom . 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