What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intermediate Professional, Civil Engineering position at WSP in the U.S.?
Job Description
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intermediate Professional in Civil Engineering for our Exton, Pennsylvania office. The following locations will also be considered: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Site Civil Engineering Team and will be a part of our growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges. This position will be offered as an on-site, hybrid or fully remote opportunity
Candidate will perform technical designs and permitting tasks of infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector. Tasks will include assisting with civil engineering aspects for projects such as the research, design, concept development, permit application preparation and construction support of energy projects such as transmission lines, substations, and large scale solar projects. Candidate will perform and become trained in stormwater management design and calculations for new project sites using hydraflow software, grading design using civil 3d software, road and channel design, and erosion and sediment control design for plans for NPDES permits and civil construction documents. Candidate will ensure that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
About WSP
ABOUT US
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for an Intermediate Professional in Civil Engineering for our Exton, Pennsylvania office. The following locations will also be considered: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The candidate will be involved in projects with our Site Civil Engineering Team and will be a part of our growing organization that meets our clients’ objectives and solves their challenges. This position will be offered as an on-site, hybrid or fully remote opportunity
Candidate will perform technical designs and permitting tasks of infrastructure projects and systems in the public and private sector. Tasks will include assisting with civil engineering aspects for projects such as the research, design, concept development, permit application preparation and construction support of energy projects such as transmission lines, substations, and large scale solar projects. Candidate will perform and become trained in stormwater management design and calculations for new project sites using hydraflow software, grading design using civil 3d software, road and channel design, and erosion and sediment control design for plans for NPDES permits and civil construction documents. Candidate will ensure that responsibilities are delivered and adhered to with a level of quality that meets or exceeds acceptable industry standards for design, safety, and functionality.
Your Impact
- Develop construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates, and update layout plans that require coordination with owners, other disciplines, sub-consultants, and clients.
- Work as part of a cross-functional team of engineers, planners, and scientific professionals to execute project work on multiple concurrent projects.
- Receive guidance and training from senior-level engineers.
- Interact with regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner.
- Remain current in latest civil engineering techniques and practices.
- Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with authorities on Federal, State, regional, and local development projects.
- Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- 1 to 3 years of relevant post education experience. 2 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in engineering and prior civil design experience.
- Proficient knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
- Ability to make technical computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles, understanding plans and specifications, and making factual comparisons to the appropriate regulations.
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
- Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities in a dynamic work environment.
- Experience with technical writing and discipline-specific design software including AutoCAD Civil 3D and Hydraflow.
- Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
- Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
- Master’s Degree in Engineering.
- Engineer in Training Certification.
About WSP
ABOUT US
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.