Principal Engagement Consultant

About the Role

Within the Land, Infrastructure Planning and Engagement unit, you will manage public consultation, act as a trusted client advisor, and work collaboratively with colleagues across WSP to deliver engaging communications. • Deliver stakeholder engagement strategies and communication activities for UK infrastructure projects. • Create clear communications to help communities understand project impacts and manage design/print processes. • Publish communications, organise events, and run surveys to gather public questions and feedback. • Analyse and present feedback data, highlighting themes and key issues for responsible project development. • Provide client advice and develop virtual consultation rooms, posters, banners, maps, and community engagement events domestically and internationally. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to execute effective communication and engagement initiatives. • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to meet client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸stakeholder engagement
• ▸public consultation
• ▸survey analysis
• ▸virtual consultations
• ▸event management
• ▸project management

What You Bring

WSP is seeking an enthusiastic individual to join its growing Engagement team, driving best practice in community relations, consultation, and stakeholder management across large infrastructure projects and sectors such as water, health, energy, and the environment. • Demonstrated experience delivering communication and engagement on multidisciplinary infrastructure projects. • Degree‑qualified or at least four years’ relevant experience. • Experience in road, rail, utilities, water, environment or energy sectors. • Proven ability to build and manage stakeholder relationships. • Excellent written communication skills for strategies and reports. • Structured, adaptable approach to task delivery in fast‑changing environments. • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills for varied workloads. • Membership of a relevant professional or trade body (desirable).

Requirements

• ▸degree
• ▸stakeholder mgmt
• ▸written communication
• ▸adaptable
• ▸detail‑oriented
• ▸infrastructure

Benefits

At WSP you can leverage a global platform to contribute to landmark projects, connect with top talent, and shape a career that aligns with your curiosity, embracing a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You will join a UK‑wide team of over 60 communication and engagement specialists, reporting to the Engagement Regional Team Lead, and work from a centrally located office that offers flexible hybrid arrangements and a collaborative environment. WSP offers work‑life balance through hybrid working, inclusive culture, health and wellbeing programmes, flexible time options, and strong development support, while championing diversity and equal opportunity for all candidates.

Work Environment

Hybrid