Design Civil Engineer; Roads and Civil Infrastructure

Job Description

WSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms in Africa. To further our strategic business execution plan, we are seeking leaders that share our guiding principles – we value our people and our reputation; we are locally dedicated with international scale; we are future focused and challenge the status quo; we foster collaboration in everything we do and we have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

We are committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.

The incumbent will perform designs using vendor suites of engineering software tools, including Autodesk Suite – Roads, earthworks and pipe network modelling using Autodesk Civil3D, and CAD production using AutoCAD, together with document management using Autodesk Construction Cloud.

• Design Civil infrastructure using Civil3D (Roads, pipe networks, bulk earthworks, etc.).
• Provide technical input from initial assessment through technical and economic feasibility to design development and construction implementation to project close out.
• Carry out investigations, surveys, design, engineering calculations and preparation of working drawings and estimates.
• Review overall project design and suggest technical and design improvements.
• Assist with the preparation of cost estimates on project designs.
• Detail oriented with strong skills in municipal infrastructure and roads.
• Ability to work in a team environment and have excellent verbal and written skills.

• Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behavior consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies.
• Contribute to identification of SHEQ risks and drive processes to achieve Zero Harm.
• Embrace, display and promote company values and ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times.

• BEng/BSc (Civil Engineering) or BTech (Civil Engineering).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Civil Engineering Design (Roads, pipe networks, bulk earthworks, etc.).
• Registered as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA;
  Professional Registration is advantageous.

• Self‑training ability, with an affinity to learn new design technologies.
• Good general computer skills.
• Taking ownership and being proactive in the working environment.
• Possess initiative and good interpersonal skills.
• Must be a collaborative team player.
• Resilient under pressure, able to work independently from a dispersed location while operating as a team.
• Accuracy – attention to detail and correctness of information.
• Committed to delivering excellent levels of service and good communication.

Work‑life balance
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.

Hybrid working policy
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging  have employee resource groups to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to improve your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you, as well as reasonable workplace adjustments. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, a comprehensive menopause support package, and other benefits.

Flex your time
To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement as needed.

Your development
We invest in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

#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 to support your application.