Job Description

We are WSP - Join us and make your career future ready!

In today\xe2\x80\x99s world it\xe2\x80\x99s important to work for a company that has clear purpose, giving back to communities and supporting what is truly important in the world.

When considering a career move its vital to work for a business that is aligned to your values and goals, a place where you can belong. See what WSP stands for in 2024 and beyond\xe2\x80\xa6

To find out more about our Communities and Mobility business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: Your new role, what\'s involved?

Working in partnership with our WSP Communities & Mobility Business Unit and Local Authority clients across the South Wales region.

Delivering services into the UK public sector focussing on public sector transport planning and highways.

In this role you will:

• Technical Design Lead and supporting the delivery of projects which help safeguard the future of the local transport network.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary design supporting teams from across the UK and the globe in delivery of projects.
• Guidance and mentoring of existing staff.
• Experience in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D and can train other staff members on the use of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D by means of individual coaching.

Your Team

• We have a strong, supportive team which comprises of members of staff ranging from Associate to Apprentice. We work collaboratively with other WSP teams across disciplines and global locations.
• Our team owns projects through their entire life cycle, from inception to construction. We have a varied workload from major highways improvements through to a diverse range of typical highway, traffic improvements and Active Travel works.
• Our primary Clients are Local Authorities within the South Wales Area. We are passionate about supporting Local Authorities to deliver improvements for local communities, prioritising active and sustainable travel and supporting the local economy.
• Our offices are in St. Mellons, Cardiff and Cardiff city centre.

We\'d love to hear from you if you have:

• Educated to BSc/ BEng level in a Civil Engineering discipline, or demonstrable experience of delivering Civil/Highway Engineering Services. Candidates with a HNC/HND who have significant proven experience will also be considered.
• A passion for working on projects that make a real difference to local communities.
• A commitment to safety; believing that safety, health and wellbeing is the most important aspect of our work.
• Experience and knowledge in the development of highway, traffic and civil engineering projects, especially those that promote sustainable and active travel modes.
• Ideally Chartered or Incorporated Professional but applicants with experience working towards professional qualification will be considered.
• A full and clean driver\xe2\x80\x99s licence is required.
• Competent in the use of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D (2D/3D).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team comprising planners, designers, engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance to less experienced members of the team.
• Able to manage your own time to meet project deadlines and budget targets.

What\'s in it for you?

• Work-life balance?

WSP recognises that work is only one part of your life and making time for other things is important \xe2\x80\x93 whether that\xe2\x80\x99s for your families, friends, or yourself.

Our hybrid working policy allows the flexibility to work from the comfort of your own home as well as collaborating in our contemporary offices across the UK.

• Inclusivity & Diversity?

We want our people to achieve rewarding careers, bringing their whole selves to work. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing diversity to create a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP.

Our employee resource groups VIBE (LGBTQ+ employees), CREED (Championing Racial Equality and Ethnic Diversity) and our Gender Balance Group, in tandem with WSP\xe2\x80\x99s Neurodiverse Community Group, WSP Connect Group (visible and non-visible disabilities) help us promote the right environment for you to reach your full potential.

• Health & Wellbeing?

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.

Med24 gives you and your family unrestricted telephone access to an NHS doctor where you can call day or night or have a face-to-face video consultation.

• Flex your time?

For improved work life balance, WSP offers the \xe2\x80\x9cWSP Hour\xe2\x80\x9d which enables you to take one hour per day to do as you wish and make up the time earlier or later that day. We also offer part time and flexible working arrangements plus the option to flex your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

• Your development?

We appreciate that development and training is important to you and that\xe2\x80\x99s why we have a supportive environment that invests in your development, whether that\xe2\x80\x99s chartership, training or mentoring. Apply now and be the future of WSP!

#WeAreWSP

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

Please note WSP reserves the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date.

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