12-Month Civil Eng Placement: Design & Build Impact

JN Bentley; Leeds; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave (pro rata)

Early Career Professionals network

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley offers a 12-month placement for a full-time undergraduate Civil Engineering student. You will work across design and construction teams on live projects within the Yorkshire Water framework, with travel across the Yorkshire and Humber region. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain exposure to real-world projects and professional mentorship.

The role starts Summer 2027. You will support planning, design, site activities and documentation, while developing practical skills

Qualifications

• You must be studying a full-time undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering.
• Have a basic understanding of civil engineering principles.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, design, construction, commissioning, handover and completion of projects.
• Assist the Project Leader (Designer) with preparation of design, technical drawings and other documentation in line with company processes, procedures and contract requirements.
• Assist the Site Engineer with setting out line & level of structures and pipework in line with construction drawings using surveying equipment.
• Assist the Site Engineer with carrying out required quality assurance and completing ITRs (Inspection and test records).
• Assist the Site Manager & Site Engineer with supervising safety, health & environment on site in line with company standards and procedures.
• Assist the Site Manager & Site Engineer with day-to-day running of the site including requisition of materials and plant and processing of delivery tickets.
• Liaise with designers, support teams and supply chains.
• Assist the Site Engineer with producing as-built surveys and records.
• Assist the Project Leader (Designer) with compiling completion documentation in line with the client completion process.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Adaptability

Driving license

Travel readiness

Education

Undergraduate Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley offers a 12-month placement for a full-time undergraduate Civil Engineering student. You will work across design and construction teams on live projects within the Yorkshire Water framework, with travel across the Yorkshire and Humber region. This is a hands-on opportunity to gain exposure to real-world projects and professional mentorship.

The role starts Summer 2027. You will support planning, design, site activities and documentation, while developing practical skills