Assistant Engineer, Structures (Communities)

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

A little more about your role…

Our office is in Exeter city centre. The South West has a wonderful variety of landscapes and activities to enjoy, and has good transport links to the rest of the country. We enjoy our work and are exceptionally enthusiastic people who are great at what we do. This is an excellent opportunity for you to develop in your career through exposure to a wide variety of experiences.

Reporting into the Structures Team Lead, you will provide highways design and consultancy services for local authority clients within the South West. We are passionate about supporting Local Authorities to deliver improvements for local communities. We have a strong track record of working closely with our clients and this role provides a great opportunity to have a pivotal role within Communities and help support and steer its growth going forward.

The type of work we undertake is extremely varied but includes:

• We design new and replacement bridges and retaining walls, as well as inspect, assess and strengthen existing structures, ranging from masonry arches and stonework retaining walls to modern moving structures. 
• Taking your projects through their entire life cycle, from inception to construction.

No two days will be the same, but you could be expected to,

• Preparing and reviewing reports, drawings, schedules and other documents in accordance with local procedures and guidance
• Coordinate and communicate with multi-disciplinary supporting teams from across the UK and the globe in delivery of projects as well as Clients and stakeholders.
• Site work for site meetings, inspections and construction supervision.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• A passion for working on projects that make a real difference to local communities
• Experience in the development of highways structures projects.
• Evidence of being a confident communicator able to convey your point of view and keep stakeholders and colleagues informed.
• Working towards Incorporated or Chartered status with a professional institution. 
• A civil engineering degree or equivalent
• A full and clean driver’s licence.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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