Civil Engineer – Aviation

Company: WSP Group
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Overview

In this role you will support the delivery of airfield engineering projects for UK and international airports, applying multi-disciplinary design and project controls to meet time, cost and quality targets. You will work with a team of aviation specialists, engage with clients, and contribute to safety, sustainability and smart technology initiatives. The role offers international travel, mentoring opportunities and CPD support to help you grow. You will help shape the airports of tomorrow by applying solid technical expertise and collaborative problem-solving.

Pay / Benefits

  • international travel
  • CPD support
  • mentoring opportunities
  • team management support
  • full safety compliance focus
  • career development opportunities

Responsibilities

  • Support the preparation of technical reports, calculations, drawings and specifications for airfield projects in the UK and overseas
  • Identify and manage design risks, issues and RFIs
  • Ensure deliverables and milestones meet cost/quality/time targets
  • Champion health and safety practices, including safety in design and CDM compliance
  • Assist Project Managers with progress monitoring and project controls (change management, information management, document control)
  • Respond to client directions professionally and maintain relationships with clients, peers and stakeholders to support future business

Key requirements

  • University degree relevant to civil engineering, construction, design or related discipline
  • Experience delivering civil engineering projects (aviation not required)
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other engineering design software
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
  • Team player with collaborative problem-solving and ability to work under pressure and prioritise
  • teamwork
  • communication
  • problem solving
  • AutoCAD
  • Civil 3D
  • engineering design software

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Posted: September 14th, 2026