Civil Engineering Graduate Scheme- North

Kier Group; Salford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group is recruiting for a Graduate Civil Engineer on a 2-year permanent programme across Northern locations in the UK. Starting salary is £31,000 per year, with a potential £4,750 car allowance, and progression toward an assistant-level role with salary potential around £38k.

Starting in September 2027, the scheme offers exposure to on-site and design-based work, with assessment days nationwide and relocation flexibility within the region.

Qualifications

• ICE-accredited degree in Civil Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Recent graduate (within 3 years) eligible for the scheme.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and management of project designs, plans and specifications.
• Support development and monitoring of project schedules and budgets.
• Conduct site visits to ensure compliance with design specs, safety standards and quality.
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to resolve technical issues.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation and provide project updates.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Driving license

Education

ICE-accredited degree (Civil Engineering)

Job description

Graduate Civil Engineer Scheme.

We're looking for Graduate Civil Engineers to join our Infrastructure teams based across various Northern locations.

Locations:

Manchester, Nottingham, Leeds– With flexibility to travel/relocate across the region

NB

Apply only for your preferred location. UK assessment days will run throughout Jan & Feb 2027, where you can let us know if you're open to other locations.

Starting Salary:

£31,000 per annum with potential £4,750 car allowance depending on eligibility and project

Pathway:

Permanent, Full-time 2-year programme, leading to assistant level role upon completion with salary potential of CIRCA £38k

Starting date:

September 2027

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

What you will be responsible for?

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, you'll be an essential part of our engineering team, helping to shape the future of construction across the UK. You'll have the chance to work in a variety of teams, either on-site where the action happens or in a design-based role, depending on where your interests lie.

What will your day-to-day duties include?

• Assisting in the preparation and management of project designs, plans, and specifications
• Supporting the development and monitoring of project schedules and budgets.
• Conducting site visits to ensure compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements
• Collaborating with project managers and engineers to solve technical issues and ensure project success
• Preparing technical reports, documentation, and providing project updates

What are the benefits for you?

• Practical experience: gain valuable hands-on experience in your field.
• Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills.
• Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network.
• Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for people due to graduate in 2027, or have recently graduated within the past three years, with a degree (or working towards a degree) which is ICE accredited in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a closely related discipline.

• Demonstrates a genuine interest in pursuing a career in civil engineering and the construction industry, with clear motivation to learn and develop professionally.
• Demonstrates analytical and critical thinking to assess situations and problem solve with strong attention to detail.
• Shows enthusiasm for learning new skills and knowledge, and the ability to adapt in response to feedback.
• Works effectively as part of a team, demonstrating collaboration, reliability, and respect for others.
• Hold a full UK driver license.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a high priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives, and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations we reserve the right to close adverts early.

Recruitment timeline

• October 2026: Initial applications
• November 2026: Application reviews
• January 2027 onwards: In-person assessment centres

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