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River & Flood Risk Civil Engineer
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River & Flood Risk Civil Engineer
Water, Drainage & Flood Defence Engineer – WSP
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About the Role
WSP is seeking Engineers with expertise in Water, Drainage and Environmental Engineering to advance our flood defence, river engineering, and sustainable water management capabilities. We work closely with clients such as the Environment Agency, Local Authorities, and asset management organisations across the UK. Our responsibilities range from government-backed projects to private sector developments, including:
- Concept through to detailed design delivery for civil engineering, river flood-related schemes
- Preparation of business cases for flood-defence works
- Development of outline and detailed designs for flood projects, including hydraulic systems, flood defences, drainage, and ancillary structures
- Collaboration with infrastructure clients (internal/external) on hydraulic structures like culverts, weirs, walls, outfalls, and scour protection
- Development of construction contract specifications and schedules
- Conducting asset inspections of above/below-ground infrastructure
- Supervising construction works (supported by technical staff as needed)
- Engaging with local and national environmental authorities
Eligible candidates include Engineers, Senior Engineers, and Principal Engineers based in the north of England, preferably for our Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds, or Sheffield offices.
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Our Sustainable Water Management team embodies proactive innovation and collaboration to tackle the sector’s most pressing challenges. As a team, we push beyond conventional solutions to deliver forward-thinking, enduring results for our clients.
This role presents a chance to reshape the future of sustainable water engineering, influencing both team development and environmental progress at WSP.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of civil engineering river and flood project schemes
- Compile business cases for protective flood work programmes
- Design flood-defence systems from water hydraulics to downstream channel works
- Work with infrastructure clients to design hydraulic features for highways, rail, and property projects
- Prepare contractual specifications, schedules, and tender documentation
- Perform asset inspections and technical assessments
- Supervise construction, ensuring quality and compliance
- Contribute to river management and restoration schemes
Key Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
- Degree-qualified in civil engineering or equivalent (e.g., flood risk management/environmental science)
- Post-degree experience in hydraulic designs for rivers or flood defence works
- Deep knowledge of flood/river engineering principles, including modelling, protection solutions, and technical solutions
- Proficiency in CAD or Civil 3D design tools
- On-site supervision experience, especially in construction/engineering projects
- Track record of communication skills (written/verbal) and project delivery excellence
- Contribution to meeting quality and commercial targets
registering as a Chartered or Incorporated Engineer
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Why Join Us?
At WSP, we pride ourselves on being a global engineering leader driven by curiosity, innovation, and a dedication to progress. Our team listens to community needs, shapes positive impacts, and fosters long-term growth in diverse environments.
We offer: ✔ Hybrid work flexibility – Design your schedule with two days from home and office collaboration days ✔ Wellbeing & Health Support
- Virtual NHS/IMC GP service for medical advice anytime
- Menopause support programme
- Gymflex membership discounts and workplace adjustments ✔ Career & Cost Ash Point Conference: "WSP My Hour" – gain one hour/day (flexible makeup time) for personal growth ✔ Diverse Opportunities: Customise leave, flexible working, and holiday policies ✔ Commitment to development and Chartered status support
Your Development & Culture
✔ Investing in your future: Paying for courses, mentorship, registered Chartered Engineer support ✔ Inclusivity & Belonging: Encourage employees to bring their full identity to work, ERGs and amenity clubs ✔ Flexibility: Embrace practises like costings/agility in scheduling ✔ Progress pay: Essential for flexibility and teamwork aligned to roles
We’re Equal Opportunities
We warmly invite underrepresented applications – regardless of gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee interviews to disabled candidates who meet essential criteria.
Apply today and become part of a team shaping the future of sustainable engineering.
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