WSP in the UK & Ireland
Rivers & Flood Risk Civil Engineer
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Rivers & Flood Risk Civil Engineer
Civil Engineer opportunity – Flood & Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM)
At WSP, you can explore opportunities to grow while working on meaningful projects, collaborating with diverse and talented teams across the globe.
About the Role
WSP is seeking Civil Engineers with expertise in Flood & Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM), including optioneering, design development, and projects/programme delivery, to contribute to our technical capability and growth.
As a key team member, you’ll support clients and projects across the UK, partnering particularly with:
- Environment Agency
- Network Rail
- Highways Asset Teams
- Local Authority FCERM Programme Delivery
- Asset management organisations
Duties include:
- Designing engineering flood projects, including scour assessments, scour solutions, and flood defences
- Delivering a variety of civil engineering assessments, appraisals, optioneering, and design schemes in related sectors
- Collaborating with infrastructure clients to design hydraulic structures (e.g., culverts, weirs, walls, outfalls, scour protection)
- Preparing work schedules and contract specifications
- Performing scour assessments and asset inspection of structures above/below ground
- Engaging with Network Rail, local authorities, and national environmental bodies
This role is primarily located in the southwest of England and is open to:
- Senior Engineers (near Chartered)
- Principal Engineers (Chartered)
- Qualified applicants working towards Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status
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About WSP
WSP is a global leader in engineering and professional services, building careers while creating positive, long-lasting impacts in UK communities. Our Sustainable Water Management team is a sector leader, fostering innovation, responsibility, and collaboration to tackle high-profile challenges through proactive insight.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead design and project delivery from concept through to detailed engineering for flood projects
- Conduct scour assessments and develop protective designs
- Support infrastructure clients (internal/external) in culverts, weirs, walls, and scour solutions
- Prepare documentation for contractors and ensure aligned workflows
- Engage with clients and stakeholders across industry bodies
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in civil or flood risk engineering
- Post-degrees experience in hydraulic designs tied to flood and river diversion projects
- Knowledge of flood and river diversion design principles
- Proficiency using CAD or Civil 3D
- Strong site supervision experience preferred
- Familiarity with scour, coastal, and river/ash engineering mitigations
- Drive for Chartered or Incorporated Engineer status
Benefits & Support
Flexible Work Culture
- Hybrid working: Up to 2 days per week at home, with modern offices across the UK for collaboration
- Work-life balance: Flexible hours under "WSP My Hour", plus part-time and flexible work arrangements
- Extra benefits: Additional leave options, supporting holiday entitlement customization
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Wellbeing Initiatives
- Health-focused programs: Access to Thrive wellbeing initiatives and Virtual GP (NHS/Irish Medical Council)
- Menopause support
- Discounts: Gymflex scheme (up to 40% off gym memberships)
Inclusivity & Growth
- Diverse, welcoming culture celebrating multiple backgrounds
- Global opportunities, international perspectives, and meaningful collaboration
- Investing in your professional growth through training, mentoring, and chartered status support
Say Hello to Opportunity
Chance to shape infrastructure solutions, engage with top-tier clients, and make an impact on the future. Apply today and contribute your unique potential: explore what’s next with WSP. Together, we can drive meaningful projects on a global scale.
We proudly encourage disability-inclusive applications (essentially achieved via interview status for equally qualified disabled candidates), removing barriers through adjustments as required. Applications are welcome from all, valuing diversity in every respect—sex, race, disability, age, gender identity, religious belief, pregnancy, and parental status.
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