WSP in the UK & Ireland
Senior Road Engineer
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Senior Road Engineer
Senior Roads Engineer (Highways Design Focus)
About WSP and the Role
At WSP, you could contribute to transformative projects, collaborate with global experts, and drive meaningful engineering solutions—while shaping a career that reflects your unique strengths.
This Senior Roads Engineer role sits within the Roads business, operating across the London & South East region (based in Cambridge, London (Westferry Circus), Basingstoke, Guildford, or Southampton). You’ll join a dynamic team working alongside early-career professionals, engineers, and project managers to enhance local and strategic road networks as part of WSP’s partnership with National Highways.
Key Responsibilities
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Design & Specification
- Prepare designs and specifications in alignment with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB).
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Technical Delivery
- Develop designs using AutoCAD, Civil3D, PDS Signs, PDS Lines, Key Signs, Key Lines, ensuring adherence to National Highways and traditional UK highway standards.
- Deliver work packages, progressing to managing schemes and multi-disciplinary teams.
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Project & Team Support
- Assist Project Managers in planning, technical input, scoping, pricing, and cost estimation for project briefs and proposals.
- Certify designs, approvals, reports, and regulated documentation, ensuring accountability.
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Mentorship & Development
- Mentor graduate engineers and technicians, coordinating engineering resources to deliver work packages.
- Guide colleagues toward professional certifications for IEng or CEng status, fostering smooth career progression.
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- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Partner with clients and key stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
Requirements & Qualifications
Essential Criteria
- A degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent with highways/traffic design experience under DMRB.
- Working toward IEng or CEng registration with a professional institution; professional certifications are advantageous.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil3D, PDS Signs (PDS Lines, Key Signs, Key Lines).
- Familiarity with Construction Design & Management (CDM) Regulations, specifically Designers’ Duties.
- Strong command of relevant legislation, standards, and procedures, including chainage and route management.
Advantages
- Experience with NEC (New Engineering Contract) models.
- Passion for innovative design solutions and problem-solving.
Equal Opportunity
Even if you don’t meet all criteria, we encourage applications from candidates with transferable skills. Your experience may align with other opportunities!
What WSP Offers You
Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid working: Two days working from home, with modern offices for collaboration.
- Flexible leave: Part-time options, paid bank holidays tailored to your needs, and purchased additional holiday.
Inclusivity & Belonging
- Commitment to fostering diverse and authentic contributions from all backgrounds.
- Active employee resource groups underscoring a culture of global inclusion.
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Health & Wellbeing
- Thrive Programme, offering holistic support and development opportunities.
- Virtual GP service (NHS-align) via Flexcam, plus disability support and workplace adjustments.
- Gymflex Scheme: Up to 40% discount on gym memberships and a comprehensive menopause support package.
Personal & Professional Growth
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WeProgrow Programme: Formal mentoring and training pathways, including Chartered Engineer (CEng) & Incorporated Engineer (IEng) support.
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A Week to Tropics: Paid volunteer opportunities with conservation initiatives.
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Real Impact, Welcoming Culture “At WSP, our passionate professionals unite around a vision of positive, lasting impact through integrity, innovation, and community support. With a global team of 69,000, we bridge knowledge and regions to achieve real outcomes.”
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How We Support You
WSP encourages applications from everybody:
- Equal opportunity-wide: Regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, faith, peace ethos, or neurodiversity.
- Accessibility for disabled applicants within the essential criteria pool.
- Displays the Disability Confident Leader commitment—please notify us of any adjustments needed during your application.
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