Assistant NEC Supervisor/Inspector

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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.

A little more about your role…

The A9 Tomatin to Moy comprises the upgrade to dual carriageway standard of approximately 10 kilometres of the A9 trunk road, with a new grade separated junction at Tomatin and four new left in/left out junctions located , south of the main dualling scheme at Tomatin south, Moy, Lynebeg and a forestry access to the north of the main dualling works.  There are new structures over the Highland Main Line Railway and beneath the dual carriageway at Tomatin junction and Lynebeg junction, along with more than 40 culverts  throughout the scheme. Other features include new lay-bys, bus turning facilities and enhanced footpaths and cycleways.  The Scottish Government’s A9 Dualling delivery plan can be found here. 

WSP has been appointed (in joint venture since 2015 and the Tomatin to Moy project is the first major construction contract that Transport Scotland has tendered in the NEC4 contract form.  This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in this major Design and Build project which has an estimated tender value of £186 million, and completion of the main dualling works by early 2028.

To assist and support the NEC Supervisor to fulfil their respective duties in relation to the construction of the Scheme.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• Relevant experience in as a highways or structures inspector in a similar role on major transport infrastructure schemes and area.
• Extensive experience in supervising contractors’ activities and monitoring contractors’ compliance with the scope of the contract.. 
• Understanding of the works information and ability to identify and record contractor’s compliance with the works information
• Notifying defects or Non Conformity Reports (NCRs) and overseeing correcting of such defects or NCRs.
• Able to keep accurate and comprehensive records of all site activities.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Specification for Highways Works.
• Competence with ITS systems and able to learn relevant software needed to perform your role.

Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work-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 a 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.

#WeAreWSP

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.