Current Vacancy – Graduate Civil Engineer
Graduate Civil Engineer
We are seeking a motivated and delivery-focused Graduate Civil Engineer to join our growing engineering team, supporting major infrastructure projects across both Contractor and Client-side environments.
We welcome graduates from a range of civil engineering backgrounds. Previous industry experience is beneficial but not essential. A positive attitude, willingness to learn and adapt, and enthusiasm for developing both technical and professional skills are key.
We are an engineering firm with a sharp focus on structured information delivery and the effective integration of engineering and digital technologies. We encourage initiative, proactive thinking and early responsibility, supported by experienced engineers and structured professional development.
We have the accreditations and technical standards expected of major multinational design consultancies and contractors, combined with the agility of an SME that can respond quickly, innovate and make impactful decisions for our clients.
We are an NCE award winning engineering consultancy with sharp focus on structured information delivery. Initiative and proactive delivery is an expectation. We have the accreditations to match major multinational design consultancies and contractors, but the agility of an SME that can make impactful decisions quickly, which our clients value us for.
We are committed to developing our Graduate Engineers into well-rounded engineering professionals. You will gain practical experience across engineering, design coordination, digital delivery and construction while working alongside experienced engineers and project professionals.
You will be encouraged to work towards professional registration with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), with mentoring and project experience supporting your progression towards Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) status, as appropriate to your academic qualifications and career development.
Employment:
Permanent
Location:
West Midlands
Schedule:
Full Time
Key Responsibilities:
- Work alongside experienced Engineers, Engineering and Design Managers, Information Managers, BIM Managers and Construction Teams to support successful project delivery through design, construction and handover
- Assist with engineering design and technical activities, developing an understanding of relevant standards, specifications and legislation.
- Support engineering coordination and the identification and resolution of technical issues under the guidance of experienced engineers
- Assist with multidisciplinary design coordination, clash resolution and management of interfaces between engineering disciplines and project stakeholders
- Support the coordination and management of engineering and project information across multiple disciplines and stakeholders
- Review drawings, models and other project information to help ensure quality, accuracy, consistency and compliance with project requirements
- Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to understand and help resolve technical and project delivery challenges
- Support the production, review and coordination of multidisciplinary CAD and BIM deliverables
- Develop practical experience in engineering and digital design software, including applications such as Civil 3D, OpenRoads and other project-specific tools
- Develop an understanding of ISO 19650, project-specific Exchange Information Requirements (EIRs), BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and other project information requirements
- Support the implementation of digital engineering strategies, project mobilisation activities and structured information delivery processes
- Assist experienced team members with technical reviews, audits and assurance of models, drawings and engineering information
- Develop an understanding of project programme, resource, risk and commercial considerations and how these influence engineering delivery
- Maintain accurate project records and documentation and assist with the preparation of design, construction and handover information
- Take increasing responsibility for engineering tasks and deliverables as technical knowledge and experience develop
- Contribute to innovation, continuous improvement and the adoption of engineering and digital delivery best practice
- Develop technical knowledge, engineering judgement and professional capability through mentoring, training, structured development and practical project experience
Required Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a closely related discipline
- A degree that supports progression towards professional registration with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), or willingness to work towards professional registration
- An interest in major UK infrastructure projects, including sectors such as rail, highways, water, utilities and energy
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and project stakeholders
- Ability to produce clear, accurate and well-structured technical documentation
- An interest in digital engineering, BIM and structured information management, with a willingness to develop knowledge of ISO 19650 and UK BIM best practice
- Familiarity with engineering design or modelling software such as Civil 3D, OpenRoads or equivalent is beneficial but not essential
- Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage tasks and work towards project deadlines
- A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for working within multidisciplinary engineering teams
- A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn, ask questions, take responsibility and develop professionally
- An interest in innovation, continuous improvement and the application of engineering best practice
