Overview

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.We are looking for graduates for our Planning and Development (Civils Design) team, who have a flexible approach and an appetite to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. We want you to enjoy working in a collaborative environment where you can apply your skills working for a diverse range of clients and projects.Locations

GuildfordBasingstokeBristolManchesterNewcastleEdinburghBirminghamLeedsCardiffLondonCambridgeLiverpoolSouthamptonHertfordRole overview

Working as a Graduate in Planning and Development (Civils Design) will mean working on exciting and innovative projects. This role will provide the opportunity to work on a vast array of projects including defence, energy, residential and logistics and distribution as well as genuine opportunities for career progression.Projects

Omega Development Warrington – Largest mixed-use development in the North-WestMonklands HospitalEden ProjectYork CentralDay-to-day activities

Master planning, concept and detailed civil engineering designs including: Highway design, Earthworks design, Surface water drainage design and Foul water drainage design.Utility services coordination.Completing design calculations and drawing outputs.Production of engineering reports and specifications.Attending design team meetingsGraduate Development Programme

Our two-year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programmes include core business and professional skills training, career development workshops and resources, valuable networking opportunities, mentoring for professional registration and a breadth of on-the-job experience.To find out more, please visit: Who we are - ECP. Our teams are dedicated to supporting your career growth from the very beginning. Many employees have started as graduates and successfully advanced within the company. We encourage you to achieve chartered status with professional bodies such as ICE, ensuring your development is a priority. You will be fully supported through enrolment in a professional institution’s training agreement, guiding you towards chartered status.To find out more about Sectors and Specialisms we recruit our Graduates into, as well as qualification requirements, please click on the Graduate brochure or Graduate Website link below.What we will be looking for you to demonstrate

You’ll have graduated with at least a 2:1 in a relevant subject for the role you are applying for. To assist you in finding potential areas of the business that are relevant to you, please visit our Graduate brochure or website. Graduate brochure or Graduate Website: the brochure is at visual-stories.wsp.com/ecp/cover and the website is www.wsp.com/en-gb/careers/graduates.Candidates must complete the application form in full answering all specific questions. This requirement applies to all candidates, inclusive of their background. Successful completion of this stage is mandatory. Candidates who pass this initial stage will then be required to complete an online skill enabler assessment. Both the application form and the skill enabler assessment are essential parts of the early career recruitment process.You''ll be looking to start work in either April or September 2026.You’ll have a passion for engineering and consulting.You’ll have a desire for built environment, infrastructure, places and the economy.An enthusiasm for creativity and a drive to solve problems.You’ll want to inspire us, sharing new ideas you have.Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Should you have the right qualifications for our positions, apply and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities we have available for our Graduate programme.For further information regarding our Application and Selection process, including timelines for recruitment, please visit our Early Careers brochure. We review applications for our Early Career opportunities on a rolling basis, which means we begin progressing some candidates to the final stages before the application closing date. To ensure your application receives full consideration, we recommend submitting it as early as possible.What’s in it for you

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. Our 72,800 colleagues across the UK and Ireland are united by a common purpose and culture of innovation, integrity and inclusion. We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms with a strong local presence and international expertise.Benefits and working style

Work-life balance: Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, with opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.Inclusivity and wellbeing: We welcome applicants from varied backgrounds and offer resources to support your wellbeing and a culture of inclusion.Flexibility: We offer part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use bank holiday entitlement to suit you. We have a Thrive wellbeing programme and a Virtual GP service for easy access to health advice.Your development: We invest in your growth through training, mentoring, and support for Chartership.EEO

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.

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