Assistant Consultant (Strategic Asset Management)

What if you could shape a career as unique as you?

At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.

Our Strategic Asset Management team is growing, working across sectors providing advisory and consultancy services to road, rail, aviation, local government and energy clients. The opportunities to engage with a variety of clients and government authorities will enhance your career and help develop new skills, all whilst working towards accreditation with a professional institution i.e. ICE, IAM, IHT and others. Your experience combined with the support network available to you will help deliver excellence for clients with safety at the centre of everything we do.

A little more about the role...

• Client engagement work where you will understand what clients need and translate that into clear, simple solutions.
• Project management duties where you’ll play an important role in delivering project tasks on time, within budget and to a high standard.
• Reviewing available asset condition data to support asset management planning work, and effectively communicate technical and non-technical information to clients.
• Providing technical assurance in the delivery of lifecyle renewal activities with health, safety and the environment being key focal points.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Have a Diploma or Degree level qualification in Civil Engineering with previous experience in the highways sector.
• Be professionally qualified with a recognised institution or be working towards one in your field of expertise.
• Show an understanding of the of the strategic road network and the operation and maintenance of key asset categories, focussing on asset management.
• Hold a specialism in at least one asset type preferably highway bridges and structures (expertise of additional highway assets would be desirable).
• Competency in managing asset data, developing forward plans, and supporting the delivery of lifecyle renewal activities.
• Knowledge of design delivery processes and technical assurance would be useful albeit is not mandatory.
• Be able to travel to/from site and/or client offices, including remote locations where required.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the

best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?

With us, you can. Apply today.

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 11,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.

What’s In It For You?

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.

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 at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote a culture of inclusivity.

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.

Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

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 to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests 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 in support of your application.