2026 Graduate Programme - Water - Asset Design

Job description

Job DescriptionWhat 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.

About the roleWe are looking for graduates for our Asset 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.

Recruitment locations and services

Civils: Birmingham, Newcastle, Leeds, Belfast or Bristol

Project Management: Bristol

Sustainable Water Management - Rivers & Coast: Glasgow (preferred), Manchester, or Liverpool

Sustainable Water Management - Sustainable Drainage: London, Bristol or Leeds

Team overviewOur Asset Design team provides comprehensive design and construction support services across civil, structural, mechanical, electrical and process engineering. We work from feasibility and optioneering through to detailed design and commissioning.

By challenging assumptions and refining options, we help clients make risk‐based decisions that champion no‐build and low‐build solutions. Our skilled multi‐disciplinary design teams cover process, civil, mechanical, and electrical instrumentation, and energy.

Projects

Thames Water/Costain

Northumbrian Water

Britannia Metals

Severn Trent Water

Southwest Water

Galliford Try

Yorkshire Water/Tillbury Douglas

Irish Water

Southern Water

Keir

Nutrient Removal schemes (to help meet tighter environmental standards)

Clean Water Projects (to ensure safe and resilient supplies)

Strategic programmes reducing reliance on groundwater abstraction

CivilsThe water industry is an exciting place to work currently, with more investment than ever in ageing assets and pollution prevention solutions. We are looking for Engineering Graduates of all disciplines with lots of energy and passion for problem solving, working closely within a team to come up with new ideas and solutions to the Industries challenges. This can be either traditional engineering solutions, green solutions or a combination of both. Our team are well placed to make a big impact on the projects that are due to be delivered over the next 5 to 10 years, in both water and wastewater treatment and networks.

Day‐to‐day activities

Working as part of a multi‐disciplinary design team to problem solve and find solutions to water and wastewater project challenges

Use of digital software to support in problem solving and reporting findings

Production of 3D models of solutions working alongside BIM modellers

Attendance at Client and internal meetings and workshops to find the right solutions to problems

Development towards Chartered status with support and guidance from an experienced Delegated Engineer

Graduate Development ProgrammeOur two‐year Graduate Development programme is designed to support personal and professional development and growth through an engaging blended learning experience. The programme includes 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.

Qualifications and expectationsYou'll have graduated with at least a 2:2 in a or master's degree in a relevant subject for the role you are applying for.

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's recruitment process.

You'll be looking to start work in September 2026.

You'll have a passion for engineering and consulting in Water.

You'll have a desire for the environment, engineering, and planning.

You'll have an enthusiasm for creativity and a drive to solve problems.

You'll want to inspire us, sharing new ideas you have.

BenefitsWork‐life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Health & Wellbeing

We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you – giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time

To enhance work‐life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‐time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Equal Opportunities StatementHere 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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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Glasgow

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-05-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English