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River & Flood Risk Civil Engineer
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River & Flood Risk Civil Engineer
Water & Flood Defence Engineer Roles – expanding WSP’s Sustainability Team
At WSP, we empower careers built on passion, curiosity, and impact. Join us as we shape ambitious projects across the UK—and beyond—with opportunities to cultivate expertise while working with a diverse, talented team.
Dedicated to driving meaningful change, our national Sustainable Water Management team seeks Engineers, Senior Engineers, and Principal Engineers specialising in water, drainage, and environmental engineering to strengthen our rivers and flood defence capabilities.
Based in Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, or Sheffield, this role offers a chance to make a tangible difference by designing and delivering critical infrastructure that protects communities from flooding—a body of work that creates lasting legado.
About the Role
WSP is seeking civil or flood risk engineers with hands-on experience in hydraulic designs, flood defences, and river management to support our UK projects. We partner closely with clients such as:
- The Environment Agency
- Local Authorities
- Other asset management organisations
Your work could span:
- From concept to detailed design across highways, railways, properties, and water management
- Collaborating with internal and external clients on major infrastructure schemes
- Windham reporting, site inspections, and supervising construction
Lead ambitious projects that shape how we protect and manage water resources—while redefining what sustainability engineering can achieve.
Key Responsibilities
We’re looking for experts with a proven track record in river and flood engineering who relish the challenge of delivering complex feasibility and design projects. Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing and overseeing a diverse portfolio of flood protection schemes, including:
- Hydraulic systems
- Flood defences
- Drainage infrastructure
- Ancillary structures such as culverts, weirs, scour protection, gates, and outfalls
- Leading technical advisory and business case development for flood risk projects
- Collaborating internally and externally on integrated stormwater, highway, and rail designs
- Refining engineering deliverables, specificants, and work programs for contractors
- Conducting site inspections and construction supervision (either personally or as a lead)
- Building strategic partnerships with local authorities, government agencies, and environmental regulators
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Together with our team, you will deliver world-class solutions that meet the highest demands for safety, innovation, and sustainability.
What You’ll Bring to the Team
While there is no single path to excellence here at WSP—we value your clarity of thought, passion, and ability to problem-solve within your discipline. To thrive in this role, bring:
- A degree in Civil or Flood Risk Engineering
- Significant workbench post-degree experience in hydraulic designs with a focus on rivers and flood defences
- Hands-on CAD or Civil 3D proficiency for designing flood mitigation structures
- Demonstrated site inspection and/or construction supervision experience
- Experience contributing to large-scale projects or programmes, ensuring they meet quality, commercial, and safety standards
- Strong technical modelling skills—including FLUENT or similar
- Diligent and agile communication to engage clients, colleagues, and contractors across all formats
- Commitment to striving toward Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status
Above all, you must be eager to shape the future of this team’s capabilities—through innovation, expertise, and a collaborative mindset.
Why Join WSP?
As a world-leading engineering consultancy—dedicated to innovation, transparency, and inclusion—we redefine excellence in the sector. Join a company ranked among the best in its industry due to our culture of:
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Inclusivity & Belonging
✅ Flexible, diverse, and flexible—We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, encouraging meaningful connection and a rich variety of ideas.
- We provide practical adjustments, stellar work-life balance, and employee-led networking through our Employee Resource Groups.
- 15 days’ generous annual leave + flexible day working policies such as WSP My Hour.
Development & Growth
📚 Advancing your career is our priority. We support you through:
- Structured training programs
- Mentorship
- Chartership support
- Building a toolkit of skills you can apply across every project
Health & Wellbeing
💙 Your wellbeing is non-negotiable. Our Thrive program offers:
- Virtual 24/7 GP consultations for hassle-free medical advice
- Gymflex discounts (40% off gym memberships)
- Comprehensive menopause support
- Wellbeing initiatives including awareness training and wellness funds
Flexible Work Culture
⏰ Life balances with work. Our hybrid policy allows 2 days’ remote work per week—with the option to customise according to your needs.
Impact & Legacy
🌍 Your work makes a real difference. Explore Maritime and Flood Defence projects, rail schemes, and urban infrastructure—know you’re helping build a future where communities are safer, sustainable systems thrive, and our planet benefits.
How to Apply
We strongly encourage applications for all skills and backgrounds. If you would like to understand further how this role might fit with your ambitions, get in touch!
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