WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Lead design and delivery of HV cable projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and client satisfaction.
4 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
55,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Environmental Services
Sustainability
Urban Planning
Sector Specialisms
Waste Management and Landfill
Water & Wastewater Tunnels
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Water Supply and Distribution
Parks and Open Spaces
Rail and Transit Advisory
Rail Design
Rail Electrification
Role
Description
risk management
regulatory compliance
industry groups
client relationships
subcontractor coordination
technical leadership
Ensuring that technical risks are identified and mitigated.
Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with the contract to the satisfaction of the client, ensuring that relevant Health and Safety risks are identified, made known to the project team and properly managed.
Ensuring that all statutory and regulatory requirements are met.
Actively taking part in Industry working groups such as CIGRE, IEEE.
Actively developing external and internal relationships
Actively developing external and internal client relationships.
Providing technical management coordination of any subcontractors and resources remote from the core project team.
Provide technical leadership for the successful delivery of multi discipline projects.
Requirements
iec standards
hv cables
chartered engineer
beng electrical
cigre
travel
An understanding of IEC cable standards and CIGRE technical policies, its suite of technical specifications and supporting documentation, and the capability to fulfil a role as a cable expert.
Extensive experience in the design, manufacture and test of HV cables for use in HVAC and desirable - HVDC projects both onshore and offshore; including HV cable system design and ratings (CYMCAP)
Experience of witnessing 3rd party cable activities such as test, installation, transport etc.
Attained or working towards Chartered Engineer status.
A Bachelors Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline, preferably Electrical or Power engineering.
Experience of Working Groups and Technical committees such as CIGRE and IEEE.
The ability to travel as projects dictate.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Founded 1959
Year Established
The company was established in 1959, marking its beginning as a global leader in engineering and consulting.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
WSP operates in over 40 countries worldwide, delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors.
Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions.
Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail.
Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments.
Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.
Culture + Values
78% global leadership
Internal Leadership Filling
Over 75% of global leadership positions were filled internally over the past three years.
3.7% retention increase
Employee Retention
Achieved a notable increase in global employee retention in 2024.
>75% internal filling
Leadership Hiring Practices
Over three-quarters of leadership roles have been filled internally since 2022.
Ethisphere recognition
Ethical Compliance
Recognized by Ethisphere for maintaining strong ethical values as a Compliance Leader Verification.
Environment + Sustainability
68% drop emissions
Emissions Reduction
Significant reduction in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2018 levels.
65.1% SDG-linked
Sustainable Revenue
Percentage of annualized revenues aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.
90% emission reduction
Long-term Goal
Aim to reduce total emissions (scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2040 compared to 2018 levels.
30% scope 3 reduction
Supply Chain Emissions
Target to reduce scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.
Committed to net zero across value chain by 2040 (SBTi-approved)
Science-based targets: reduce absolute scope 1&2 emissions by 60% by 2030 vs 2018