Utilities Engineer (Roads)

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… WSP are seeking an enthusiastic and talented Utilities Engineer to join the Roads team based in our London & South East. You’ll be working alongside a host of talented people ranging from our early career professionals to established engineers and project managers working across the Roads business to improve the local and strategic road networks. Your role will be at the heart of our high performing and supportive team, using your skills and expertise to help us maintain and improve the quality of our engineering outputs. You can expect your role to involve delivering: Experience delivering utility connections, diversions and utility infrastructure strategies for small, medium and large schemes in the UK. Understanding of requirements of Electricity, Gas, Water, and Telecommunications networks owners Experience of Multi-utility / iDNO (independent Distribution Network Operators) / ICP (Independent Connection Provider) offerings would be beneficial. Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently and effectively organise your time between them Have knowledge of BIM standards and protocols Excellent communication skills are important to engage effectively with co-professionals and deliver high quality reports AutoCAD / Civils 3D experience, or similar software, with 2D drawing and 3D modelling capability Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships Have an ability to communicate technical detail effectively and networking skills. You will also: Prepare designs and specifications in accordance with Design Manual Roads Bridges (DMRB) Support development of Graduate Engineers and Apprentices. Produce technical reports as required Undertake site visits to inform designs Work closely with Project and Technical Delivery teams to measure carbon on our projects using WSP Future Ready programme. Be part of the team to deliver in compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental Legislation and in-house quality assurance What we will be looking for you to demonstrate… A degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline Highways design experience in accordance with the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB), TSRGD, Traffic Signs Manual and Local Transport Notes. A passion for design and developing innovative solutions. Work closely with Project and Technical Delivery teams to measure carbon on our projects using WSP Future Ready programme. Be part of the team to deliver in compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental Legislation and in-house quality assurance. Proficiency in design and drafting tools like Civils3D/AutoCAD. Additional skills in Bentely design software such as OpenRoads Designer/MicroStation would be advantageous. Familiarity with BIM environments such as ProjectWise, Autodesk Forma (formerly ACC), other Common Data Environments, CAD QA/QC processes, and collaborative digital delivery would also be beneficial. An interest or capability in digital automation, data-driven design, or computational tools, including AI-assisted workflows, Python, C++, Dynamo or similar, is welcomed. Attained or working towards professional qualifications such as IEng, with demonstrable progress. 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. 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.