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… We are seeking an enthusiastic Technician/Senior Technician, based in our growing Leeds office.
You will be involved in: Producing drawings and design models to support planning & technical applications and construction.
Being active on several projects and client accounts at any given time.
You will report to a Principal Engineer or Associate Director.
The Leeds office is located in the heart of the city, with easy access to the nearby train station, food outlets and open green spaces; and offers the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and projects, both locally in Yorkshire and beyond, such as: Supporting our work on major infrastructure developments across the UK including Nationally significant infrastructure projects (NSIP) such as Sizewell C and High Speed 2; Providing a range of highway and civil engineering services from feasibility to detailed design through various public and private sector contracts; Contributing to drainage, earthworks, utilities and highway designs on small to large private residential schemes, or major educational, leisure, healthcare, energy and commercial developments; Delivering high quality public realm improvement works in major urban centres to enhance streetscape, and create healthier, sustainable, and more pedestrian and cycle friendly public spaces; Our Development team specialises in providing sustainable development infrastructure solutions from planning, through to full implementation.
We provide advice to private and public sector clients on planning and design issues relating to Highways, Public Realm, Sewerage, SUDS, Building Drainage, Earthworks, Flood Protection and Utilities Coordination/Diversion on Residential, Retail, Industrial, Commercial, Educational and Healthcare Developments in the UK.
The team also works closely with other WSP disciplines on high profile major multi-disciplinary projects.
All staff are encouraged and assisted to progress their training towards Engineering Technician (EngTech), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with the ICE, IHT, CIWEM or equivalent Engineering organisations; and staff will benefit from internal and external training opportunities provided.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate… Skills to prepare detailed drawings and undertake 3D modelling in AutoCAD/Civils 3D, or similar software.
A track record in producing high quality engineering drawings to company and industry standards with the ability to manage the delivery of high-volume drawing production.
ONC/HNC/HND in Civil Engineering (or in training towards) with experience in highway, utilities or drainage projects.
An understanding of highway, utilities and drainage design principles (layout, etc.)
and a willingness to learn design skills using the latest industry software.
Basic knowledge of BIM standards and protocols.
Ability to work across the team in producing designs and drawings.
Good written and spoken communication skills are important to engage effectively with co-professionals and be able to work as part of a team.
Ability to seek clarity of instructions, check own work before submitting for approval, agree and meet timescales for items of work.
You must be eligible to achieve security clearance.
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.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
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.
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