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Civil Design Lead - Industrial Projects

Hybrid in Madrid & Santander·Full-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

WSP Spain

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Hours
Jornada intensiva on Fridays and in summer
Work mode
Hybrid, Madrid & Santander
Contract
Full-time
Spanish
Expected (ad in Spanish)
English
Required
Experience
10+ years
Education
University degree
Benefits
Flexible pay plan

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

We seek people who bring the necessary qualifications, experience, and competencies to perform the position successfully, while simultaneously valuing a diversity of professional backgrounds and experiences.

To be successful in this position, we would like you to have:

  • Degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering (Caminos), Technical Architecture, Building Engineering, Industrial Engineering with civil experience, or equivalent training.

  • At least 10 years of experience in civil engineering projects, industrial buildings, production plants, laboratories, data centers, the pharmaceutical industry, batteries, semiconductors, or complex industrial facilities.

  • Experience coordinating civil engineering works within multidisciplinary projects.

  • Knowledge of civil works, urbanization, earthworks, foundations, underground networks, drainage, industrial platforms, roads, and auxiliary structures.

  • Experience in the review and coordination of drawings, reports, specifications, measurements, budgets, and other technical documentation.

  • Ability to coordinate internal teams, external collaborators, and specialists from different disciplines.

  • Experience in technical communication with clients, contractors, architects, structural specialists, MEP, and site teams.

  • High level of English, preferably C1.

  • Proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, Civil 3D, Navisworks, and MS Project.

  • Availability to travel occasionally within and outside of Spain.

We are looking for a person with solid technical experience and professional judgment, who wants to continue growing through complex and high-impact projects. You will have the opportunity to contribute your knowledge and will help reinforce the quality of our work in multidisciplinary teams.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We believe that the best solutions are born when people have the opportunity to develop. At WSP, we will accompany you in your professional growth, offering you motivating challenges, learning opportunities, and the possibility of collaborating with experts from all over the world. We believe in flexibility, new ideas, and professional development, adapting to the different goals and stages of each career.

In addition to a competitive salary proposal, we offer a benefits package aimed at boosting your well-being, favoring work-life balance, and supporting your long-term professional development:

  • Joining a leading global engineering and consultancy company, with high-impact projects at national and international levels.

  • Flexible working model, with work-life balance measures, flexible hours, intensive Fridays, and summer schedules.

  • Possibility of teleworking (20%) and access to digital tools that favor collaboration and flexibility.

  • Continuous training plan, access to professional development programs, technical certifications, and support for professional association membership.

  • Opportunities for growth and internal mobility within an international organization present in multiple markets and disciplines.

  • Flexible compensation program and access to exclusive benefits for employees.

  • Employee share ownership program and access to initiatives oriented toward well-being and health.

The role

At WSP, we design the future of our communities. As one of the leading global engineering and professional services firms, we bring together experts in transport and infrastructure, buildings, energy, environment, water, and consultancy. In Central Europe, we combine local knowledge with our international presence to develop projects that generate a positive and lasting impact for our clients, communities, and the environment.

We are currently expanding our Buildings | WSP team and are looking to hire a Civil Engineer in Madrid or Santander to help us face the challenges of the future.

In this position, you will participate in projects that require technical excellence, collaboration, and a future-oriented vision, with the opportunity to learn, add value, coordinate initiatives, lead teams, or influence decisions that make a real difference.

We seek curious, collaborative people who are motivated to do work with impact. Whether you are starting your professional career or looking to consolidate your technical experience or lead teams and projects, at WSP you will find the space to grow, develop, and leave your mark.

In this position, you will participate in the development of Clean Tech | WSP projects, contributing to the creation of innovative and sustainable solutions for our clients and society.

What you'll do

  • Coordinate civil engineering works in complex industrial projects within the Science & Technology team.

  • Act as a civil design reference in semiconductor, battery, pharmaceutical industry, laboratory, data center, and advanced industrial plant projects.

  • Coordinate the technical development of civil works packages, including urbanization, earthworks, foundations, industrial platforms, external networks, drainage, roads, and auxiliary structures.

  • Ensure the integration of civil works with architecture, structures, MEP, utilities, processes, safety, environment, and construction.

  • Participate in defining design bases, civil criteria, implementation strategy, interfaces, and project construction phases.

  • Organize the production of civil technical documentation, ensuring its consistency, quality, traceability, and alignment with project objectives.

  • Review reports, drawings, specifications, measurements, budgets, and technical documentation developed by internal teams or external collaborators.

  • Coordinate technical meetings and workshops with clients, contractors, and other disciplines to resolve interfaces and anticipate risks.

  • Support the Project Manager in planning, deliverable monitoring, interface control, risk identification, and change management.

  • Participate in the preparation of technical proposals, scope estimations, execution strategies, and team definition.

  • Perform occasional site visits to review the correct interpretation of engineering, resolve technical queries, and support decision-making.

How you'll work

📍 Madrid, Santander | 🏡 On-site | ⏱️ Full-time

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to do

  1. Find and apply

  2. Application review · 0–2 weeks

  3. Phone interview

    With a Talent Attraction · Phone call · 0–30 min

    Up to 30 minutes on technical fit, communication, motivation and professionalism.

  4. In-person interview

    With interview team · In person

    Technical, scenario or competency-based questions from the interview team.

  5. Technical assessment

    Not every role

    Competency on the software or tools the role uses; same day as the interview or separate, if applicable.

  6. Job offer

  • Application review can take up to two weeks.
  • Background and reference checks run after the signed contract, via a third party.
  • The Spanish adverts describe a shorter three-interview version of this process.

Hiring process

We understand selection as a two-way conversation. Our selection process is designed to be transparent, close, and respectful of your time. Although each process adapts to the specific needs of the position, it normally includes:

1. Telephone interview: An initial conversation with the Talent Acquisition team to get to know you better and talk about your experience and expectations.

2. Technical interview with the team: You will meet with the area manager and team members to explore your technical background, your competencies, and how you could contribute to the success of the team and the projects.

3. Final interview: Depending on the position, this may include an additional conversation with the Business Unit Management to delve into the scope of the role, the team vision, and development and impact opportunities.

About WSP Spain

WSP is a global engineering and professional services firm specializing in infrastructure, transportation, buildings, energy, and environmental consulting. With over 66,000 employees worldwide, WSP operates across multiple countries and is one of the largest engineering consultancies in the world, delivering projects ranging from major transport networks to data centers and industrial facilities.

In Spain, WSP has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering a wide range of roles in civil, electrical, mechanical, and BIM engineering, as well as project management for data centers, railways, and energy infrastructure. The company is known for its collaborative culture and commitment to innovation, making it an attractive employer for international engineers and technical professionals seeking to work in Spain.

Industry
Engineering
Founded
1885
Employees
50,000–100,000
Headquarters
Montreal, Canada
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • WSP has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering opportunities in a variety of engineering disciplines.
  • The company is a global leader in engineering, providing international career growth and mobility opportunities.
  • WSP is committed to sustainability and innovation, with many projects focused on renewable energy and green infrastructure.
  • The Spain office works on major infrastructure projects, including high-speed rail, data centers, and energy systems, offering exposure to large-scale, international work.
  • WSP offers a multicultural work environment, with teams collaborating across borders, which is ideal for international professionals.

In their own words

About the company & team

You will join a multidisciplinary, collaborative, and committed team, where knowledge exchange, teamwork, and professional development are part of everyday life.

Our culture: We work in an environment based on trust, closeness, and mutual support, where different perspectives are valued and contribute to generating better solutions.

Our projects: We currently participate in projects related to semiconductors, battery manufacturing, the pharmaceutical industry, laboratories and cleanrooms, among others, contributing to the development of infrastructure and solutions that generate a positive and sustainable impact.

The opportunity: This position will allow you to assume a key role in the technical coordination of the civil discipline, ensuring its correct integration with architecture, structures, MEP, utilities, processes, and construction, as part of benchmark projects and a team with extensive experience in the sector.

Additional information

We are building teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. If you believe you can add value to this position, we encourage you to submit your candidacy, even if you do not meet all the indicated requirements. Your background, perspective, and experience might be precisely what we need to keep moving forward.

All candidacies will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and considered according to the principles of equal opportunity.

If you are looking for a position in which you can learn, contribute, lead, or expand your impact, we would love to meet you.

Apply now and discover everything you can achieve with WSP.

We want our selection process to be inclusive and accessible to all people. If you need any reasonable accommodation during the process, please let us know so that we can offer you the necessary support.

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