Position: Senior Engineer (Civil & Structural)
Date: April 2026
Location:
Singapore
Reports To
Team Lead / Principal Engineer
Purpose
- The Senior Engineer, Civil & Structural (P3) provides experienced, independent civil and structural engineering expertise on projects of moderate to large scope, complexity and impact, with minimal supervision. The role leads the design, coordination and delivery of safe, compliant and constructible structural solutions, applying in‑depth technical knowledge, seasoned professional judgement, WSP standards and regulatory requirements to achieve high‑quality project outcomes.
- The role delivers across the full project lifecycle—from concept and design development through detailed documentation, authority submissions, construction support and completion—and ensures outputs meet quality, safety and SHEQ expectations. In line with JAF P3 (Professional – Experienced) expectations, the role exercises independent judgement on complex technical matters, contributes to project‑level technical strategy, supports resolution of construction and design risks, and provides technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers, while escalating highly complex or out‑of‑policy issues as required.
Key Responsibility Areas
Responsibilities
- Design Delivery & Technical Leadership (Civil & Structural)
- Lead and deliver preliminary, schematic and detailed civil and structural designs for projects of moderate to large scale and complexity
- Perform and review structural analysis (load paths, loadings, stresses and stability) to ensure designs safely transmit loads to ground in compliance with codes and project requirements
- Exercise independent judgement in selecting appropriate design methods, assumptions and technical approaches
- Provide technical direction to junior engineers on assigned project components
- Engineering Analysis, Reviews & Assurance
- Resolve moderately complex to complex engineering problems, including those with cost, constructability or programme implications
- Prepare and sign off design deliverables including calculations, reports, drawings and specifications in accordance with WSP standards
- Act as discipline checker/reviewer to obtain internal approvals and ensure design quality and compliance with QA/QC processes
- Interpret and apply codes, standards, client requirements and authority conditions, including ambiguous or evolving requirements
- Authority Interface & Submissions
- Serve as a key technical interface with Clients, client representatives, architects, contractors and other consultants
- Coordinate civil and structural interfaces with architecture, MEP, geotechnical and construction teams, proactively managing clashes and risks
- Provide technical input into project planning, sequencing and constructability considerations
- Construction & Site Support
- Provide senior technical support during construction, including site inspections, technical clarifications, RFIs and non‑conformance resolution
- Support resolution of design variations, construction issues and defect rectification
- Contribute to as‑built documentation and completion requirements
- Leadership, Mentoring & Practice Improvement
- Provide technical guidance, on‑the‑job coaching and informal mentoring to engineers and graduate staff in local and GCC centers
- Support Section Leads and Managers by contributing to continuous improvement of design processes, tools and technical standards
- Act as a technical resource integrator, contributing actionable improvement ideas across projects
- Quality, Safety & SHEQ
- Uphold and actively promote high standards of design quality and construction safety
- Ensure compliance with SHEQ, safety and health policies, particularly during site activities
- Identify hazards, manage design‑related risks and contribute to a strong safety culture
Key Competencies And Experience
- Advanced technical judgement and problem‑solving capability
- Ability to make moderately complex to complex decisions with project‑wide impact
- Demonstrates initiative, professional confidence and independent working capability
- Strong communication skills to influence stakeholders and lead technical discussions
- Regularly contributes practical improvement ideas to systems, processes and designs
- Acts as a role model for professionalism, collaboration and inclusion
Requirements
- Recognised Degree in Civil Engineering / Structural Engineering or equivalent
- 4–6 years of relevant industry experience in civil and structural design engineering (e.g. building structures and/or infrastructure projects)
- Strong working knowledge of Singapore Codes of Practice, standards and regulatory requirements
- Demonstrated experience delivering designs across concept, detailed design, authority submissions and construction support
- Proven ability to independently resolve complex technical issues and lead design components
- Professional registration (or progress towards registration) is strongly encouraged
Health, Safety, Quality and Wellbeing
- Support the Company's HSEQ initiatives
- Enforce compliance with SHEQ/Safety & Health policy, procedures within the company.
- Embody behaviours that support a strong health and safety culture
- Take reasonable steps to ensure personal health and safety, as well as that of others affected by activities.
- Comply with safety rules, procedures, and instructions issued by the company or authorized persons.
- Make proper use of facilities, equipment, and clothing provided for protection
- Identify significant hazards associated with activities and eliminate them where possible
- Participate in necessary health and safety training
- Foster good working relationships and embrace diversity and inclusion
- Support employees overall wellbeing to create a healthy and productive workplace
Self-Development
- Take the lead to establish personal career experiences, development and performance goals through regular conversations
- Keep up-to-date with developments in your professional area
- Make use of expert collaboration opportunities such as PANS to develop and maintain a network of technical/professional support and excellence
- Achieve and/or maintain professional registrations/licences relevant to your role
- Regularly reflect on the contribution you make to your team culture to embrace diversity, strive for excellence and demonstrate our Guiding Principles
About WSP Asia
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. Having been active in Asia since early 1970s, WSP has contributed to many of the region's infrastructure, building and urban developments. With a staff complement of over 3,400 in 12 offices throughout major cities in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, South Korea, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand, we harness Asia's unique opportunities and challenges through our collaborative force and innovative engineering solutions, fostering the sustainable growth of the region. wsp.com
