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Rivers & Flood Risk Civil Engineer
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Rivers & Flood Risk Civil Engineer
Civil Engineer – Flood & Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM)
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About the Role
WSP is seeking Civil Engineers with experience in Flood & Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM)—specifically in optioneering, design development, and project/programme delivery—to support the growth of our technical expertise.
We work with clients and organisations across the UK, including:
- Environment Agency
- Network Rail
- Local Authority Highways Asset Teams
- Local Authority FCERM Programmes
- Other asset management organisations
Our role involves delivering designs from concept to detailed stages across sectors like flood defences, coastal engineering, and scour assessments/mitigation. While experience in scour assessments, scour mitigation design, and local authority FCERM delivery is beneficial, it is not essential.
Key projects include:
- Hydraulic culverts, weirs, walls, outfalls, and scour protection.
- Highways, rail, and property infrastructure projects.
Levels Sought:
- Senior Engineer (near Chartered)
- Principal Engineer (Chartered)
Location: Southwest England
Key Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
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Design & Scour Assessment:
- Appraising and developing outline and detailed designs for flood/coastal projects, including scour solutions, defences, and hydraulic structures.
- Leading scour assessments, coastal/river flood-related appraisals, and design development from concept to detailed schemes.
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Client Collaboration:
- Working with Network Rail, Local Authorities, and environmental organisations to deliver high-impact solutions.
- Engaging with internal/external infrastructure clients and stakeholders.
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Contractor & Specification Work:
- Preparing work schedules and technical specifications for contractors.
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Field Role & Asset Inspection:
- Conducting scour assessments and asset inspection works (both above and below ground structures).
Requirements
We’re looking for candidates who can demonstrate:
- Qualification: Degree in Civil or Flood Risk Engineering.
- Technical Experience:
- Post-degree experience in hydraulic designs associated with river/flood defence works.
- Knowledge of flood/river mitigation design principles and solutions.
- Software Proficiency: Experience with CAD/Civil 3D.
- Site Experience: Ideally in site supervision or asset inspection roles.
- Communication: Strong written/verbal communication skills.
- Project Delivery: Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality, on-time projects within budget.
- Professional Development: Working toward Chartered (CEng) or Incorporated (IEng) status.
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Why WSP?
Work-Life Balance
Flexible hybrid working (2 days on-site, 3 days remote) to balance professional and personal life.
Inclusivity & Belonging
A culture that embraces diversity, authenticity, and inclusion—with Employee Resource Groups celebrating varied backgrounds.
Health & Wellbeing
- Thrive programme for health improvements.
- Virtual GP service at your convenience.
- Menopause & mental health support alongside **adjustments for disabilities.
- Gymflex benefits (up to 40% off gym memberships).
Flexible Work
- "WSP My Hour" – one flexible hour daily for personal needs.
- Part-time, flexitime arrangements.
- Additional paid leave and holiday flexibility.
Career Growth
Investment in training, mentoring, and Chartership support to help you develop professionally.
Dedication to Diversity & Equality
WSP actively encourages applications from backgrounds/identities including:
- Sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion/belief
- Pregnancy/maternity/paternity status
As a Disability Confident leader, we guarantee interviews for qualified disabled candidates—please request adjustments to assist your application.
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