Job Description

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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 2023 and beyond\xe2\x80\xa6

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Your new role, what\'s involved?

You will support the Lincoln team in the delivery of flood management and drainage schemes across the county. Your work will be varied and reactive to the team\xe2\x80\x99s changing demands and priorities.

You will:

• Lead flood investigations, site inspections, data collection and analysis, scheme design and development, along with supervision of construction.
• Lead and support a wide range of water projects such as the development and maintenance of key infrastructure. This will include the preparation of technical design solutions in accordance with design standards and approved design procedures.
• Prepare technical documents and drawings for checking and approval.
• Agree delivery targets with senior staff and report regularly on progress towards milestones.
• Manage the delivery of your own projects along with the mentoring of others.

YOUR TEAM

• Based in the heart of the vibrant and historic city of Lincoln, working in partnership with Lincolnshire County Council, you will report to a Senior orPrincipal Engineer (which could be an LCC member of staff),
• We have a fantastic pipeline of drainageand flood risk projects and are commencing the development of several Flood Defence Grant in Aid schemes. In addition to this we have the challenge of delivering the highway drainage improvement and maintenance schemes.
• You will have the opportunity to work under a training agreement and will progress towards Incorporated and Chartered Status of a recognised engineering body. You will fulfil a pivotal role in completing projects that deliver real benefit to people\xe2\x80\x99s lives.
• The training you will receive comprises an excellent blend of public and private sector skills.

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

• A degree or equivalent in an appropriate discipline and a professional qualification (or approaching submission) with an associated body such as IEng or Chartered status with CIWEM or the ICE.
• Good knowledge and understanding of drainage design along with experience in the design of flood relief or drainage systems.
• The ability to work under your own initiative and to seek advice when necessary.
• Be Aware of the philosophy and practice of Health and Safety in civil engineering design and construction

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 be that 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 and sharing space collaboratively with our clients 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. 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. 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.

To apply visit:

Lincolnshire County Council