Role Overview
WSP’s Local Government team in Cardiff is recruiting a Head of Structural Engineering (Highways). In this leadership role you will drive technical excellence, manage project delivery, mentor a team of engineers, and collaborate closely with local government clients across South Wales to exceed client expectations and build strong relationships.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team of structural engineers, maintaining a culture of collaboration and technical excellence.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to support professional development and chartership.
- Act as a senior point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and ensuring satisfaction.
- Lead on the design of bridges and other highway structures.
- Lead on bridge strengthening, repairs, inspections, and assessments.
- Supervise and mentor colleagues, including developing professionals.
- Finance and project manage schemes.
Qualifications
- Extensive experience in bridge and highway structures design, assessment, and project management gained from work on both construction sites and design offices.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver complex infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of UK highways standards and contract documentation (e.g., DMRB, NEC4).
- Knowledge in design, maintenance, and supervision of structure-related projects, with a track record of innovation in design and management.
- Experience in design or assessment of steel, reinforced, and prestressed concrete bridge structures.
- Good communication and client relationship building skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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