Utilities Engineer (Roads)

About the role

The Utilities Engineer will be part of a high-performing and supportive team, working on improving the local and strategic road networks. The role involves delivering utility connections, diversions, and utility infrastructure strategies for various schemes.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Able to work on multiple projects concurrently and effectively organize your time between them.
• Knowledge of BIM standards and protocols.
• Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with co-professionals and deliver high-quality reports.
• AutoCAD / Civils 3D experience, or similar software, with 2D drawing and 3D modeling capability.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Able to communicate technical detail effectively and networking skills.
• 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Proficiency in design and drafting tools like Civils3D/AutoCAD.
• Additional skills in Bentley 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.

Qualifications

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.