Senior Construction Engineer
Senior Construction Engineer to lead planning, coordination, and execution of infrastructure projects. The role offers professional growth, flexible working models, and continuous training.
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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:
University degree in Environmental Engineering, Biology, Environmental Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or similar, with specialization in environment and/or ESG.
Minimum of 10 years of experience in performing ESG/EHS due diligence and management system audits.
Solid knowledge of Spanish legislation regarding ESG, environment, and safety.
Experience in project management and client interaction.
Demonstrable advanced level of English (C1).
Driver's license and availability for occasional travel.
Additionally, we value the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team, along with a high commitment to responding to client needs and meeting established project deadlines.
We are looking for a person capable of inspiring and supporting teams, generating relationships of trust with clients, and contributing to the sustainable growth of the business. We value profiles that combine technical experience, strategic vision, and the ability to positively influence projects, teams, and organizations.
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.
We are currently expanding our Environmental Consulting, Sustainability and ESG team and are looking to bring in an ESG Due Diligence and Environmental Auditing Specialist in Madrid, Santander or Valladolid 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.
We currently develop ESG Due Diligence projects, environmental, Health and Safety, regulatory compliance, EHS/ESG risk assessment audits, and supply chain audits for national and international clients across various sectors.
This position will allow you to develop your expertise in ESG Due Diligence and environmental auditing, and you will be part of benchmark projects and a multidisciplinary team with extensive experience in environmental consulting, sustainability, and ESG.
In this position, you will provide support in environmental, social, and Health and Safety consulting projects, participating in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) processes of companies and assets, regulatory compliance audits, and supply chain audit programs.
Your main responsibilities will include:
Provide environmental, Health and Safety, and social consulting services in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) processes of companies and assets.
Participate in regulatory compliance audits and supply chain audit programs, ensuring methodological rigor and information traceability.
Support project managers in information gathering, document management, and the preparation of technical reports and commercial proposals.
Collaborate on risk assessment projects, peer reviews, data analysis and interpretation, as well as the preparation of presentations and deliverables.
Contribute to the preparation of bids and the management of client relationships, identifying opportunities and adding value from your specialty.
Propose technical solutions aligned with the company's quality standards and best practices, coordinating assigned teams and resources to ensure the fulfillment of milestones, deadlines, and levels of excellence in projects.
📍 Madrid, Valladolid, Santander | 🏡 Hybrid | ⏱️ Full-time
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.
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Application review · 0–2 weeks
Phone interview
With a Talent Attraction · Phone call · 0–30 min
Up to 30 minutes on technical fit, communication, motivation and professionalism.
In-person interview
With interview team · In person
Technical, scenario or competency-based questions from the interview team.
Technical assessment
Not every role
Competency on the software or tools the role uses; same day as the interview or separate, if applicable.
Job offer
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.
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.
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.
You will join a multidisciplinary, collaborative, and committed team, where knowledge exchange, teamwork, and professional development are part of everyday life.
We work in an environment based on trust, closeness, and mutual support, where different perspectives are valued and contribute to generating better solutions.
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.
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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