Utilities Engineer (Roads)

Job Description

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.

A Little More About Your Role

WSP is seeking an enthusiastic and talented Utilities Engineer to join the Roads team based in London & South East. You’ll be working alongside a host of talented people ranging from early career professionals to established engineers and project managers across the Roads business to improve local and strategic road networks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver utility connections, diversions and utility infrastructure strategies for schemes of all sizes in the UK.
• Understand the requirements of Electricity, Gas, Water and Telecommunications network owners.
• Apply experience in Multi‑utility / iDNO / ICP offerings.
• Work on multiple projects concurrently and organise time effectively.
• Apply knowledge of BIM standards and protocols.
• Communicate effectively with co‑professionals and deliver high quality reports.
• Use AutoCAD / Civil 3D or similar software, with 2D drawing and 3D modelling capability.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Communicate technical detail and networking skills.

Additional duties

• 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 projects using WSP Future Ready programme, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental legislation and in-house quality assurance.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Passion for design and developing innovative solutions.
• Proficiency in design and drafting tools like Civil 3D / AutoCAD; additional skills in Bentely design software such as OpenRoads Designer / MicroStation advantageous.
• Familiarity with BIM environments such as ProjectWise, Autodesk Forma, other Common Data Environments, CAD QA/QC processes, and collaborative digital delivery.
• Interest or capability in digital automation, data‑driven design, or computational tools, including AI‑assisted workflows, Python, C++, Dynamo or similar, welcomed.
• Attained or working towards professional qualifications such as IEng, with demonstrable progress.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy: two days a week from home.
• Flex time: “WSP My Hour” – one hour each day for personal activities.
• Work‑life balance support and wellbeing programmes.
• Inclusive culture with employee resource groups.
• Professional growth through training, mentoring, chartership support.

EEO Statement

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.