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WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Civil Infrastructure Engineer (Development)
Design and deliver civil infrastructure for development projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
In this role you will contribute to concept studies, strategies and drawing packages that progress to planning applications, technical approvals and construction issues. You will work across a variety of development projects for multiple sectors and clients, often handling several assignments simultaneously while ensuring delivery to budget, programme, technical standards and legal requirements. You will be supported by the Cambridge team to develop your technical capabilities and advance your career, engaging with clients, stakeholders and internal/external design teams. Your work will help deliver high‑profile UK developments such as EDF Energy Sizewell C, HZI Energy Recovery Facility, Cambridge Eastern Access and the Norwich Western Link. The Development Team, part of the Planning and Development business unit, comprises over 800 specialists who manage projects from land acquisition through to scheme implementation. We assist public and private land promoters, house builders, architects, government bodies and local authorities with civil engineering, highways, utilities, drainage, flood risk, SuDS, site appraisal and strategic planning services.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸concept studies
- ▸design packages
- ▸planning applications
- ▸technical approvals
- ▸civil engineering
- ▸client engagement
What You Bring
We are looking for candidates with knowledge of highway design, drainage strategies, flood risk assessment, utility design and the wider development industry. Familiarity with hydraulics, hydrology, geotechnics and construction design stages is desirable, as is the ability to produce masterplans, site appraisals, technical reports, design calculations and construction drawings using software such as Info Drainage, AutoCAD, Civil 3D or PDS. Strong communication skills, experience liaising with clients and authorities, and awareness of legal, planning and contractual processes are essential. Post‑graduate experience and progression towards Chartership are preferred.
Requirements
- ▸autocad
- ▸civil 3d
- ▸info drainage
- ▸chartership
- ▸post‑graduate
- ▸communication
Benefits
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP you can access a global platform, contribute to landmark projects and collaborate with the brightest minds in your field to produce the best work of your career. The culture celebrates curiosity, new ideas and diverse perspectives, offering a unique career path. • Hybrid working policy offering two days a week remote work and collaborative office space. • Inclusive culture that supports diverse backgrounds, employee resource groups and a sense of belonging. • Health and wellbeing programmes including Thrive, Virtual GP, workplace adjustments, Gymflex discount and menopause support. • Flexible time options such as “WSP My Hour,” part‑time, flexible hours, additional leave purchase and adaptable bank‑holiday usage. • Development and training support through mentoring, training programmes and assistance to achieve Chartership.
Work Environment
Hybrid