Civil Engineering Graduates Water Environment / Multiple Locations (Summer 2026 starts)

AECOM; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consulting firm seeks a Civil Engineer for its water resources team in Edinburgh. You'll work on projects related to dams, reservoirs, and flood risk management in a flexible hybrid environment. Ideal candidates will have a BEng and enthusiasm for water projects. Opportunities for site visits and professional development are included, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working model

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2:1 classification or equivalent in Civil or Civil and Environmental Engineering.
• Interest in water-related projects is advantageous.
• Experience in a related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Designing using CAD software.
• Assisting in project-related tasks.
• Conducting site surveys and inspections.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical proficiency

Project management

Basic computer skills

Ability to work independently

Education

BEng in Civil or Civil and Environmental Engineering

MEng in Civil or Civil and Environmental Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Word

Excel

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Job Description

About Our Team: Our water resources team delivers projects for several domestic and international private and public sector clients. Projects will include work on Dams and Reservoirs, water supply systems and flood risk management projects. We can offer a diverse range of experience for candidates with a wide spectrum of interests and career goals. We offer a flexible hybrid working model. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with a range of flexible choices covering health, finance, lifestyle, well-being and more.

You will work alongside our experienced engineers as you develop these skills within a positive culture where learning and development is actively supported and promoted.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Design: working closely with your manager and peers in the design phase of projects. This will involve creating and modifying drawings using CAD software, producing calculations, and design tasks.
• Project Management Support: assist in project-related tasks like research, data gathering, and preparing reports.
• Field Visits: We will provide site visit opportunities to gain practical experience. This could involve conducting site surveys, inspections and shadowing experienced engineers carrying out supervision.
• Collaboration & Communication: meetings with clients, contractors, and other professionals to discuss project requirements, progress, and challenges.

Qualifications

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

• BEng in Civil or Civil and Environmental Engineering Degree, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent)
• MEng in Civil or Civil and Environmental Engineering related MSc would be an advantage
• Water related modules would be an advantage
• Relevant work experience would be an advantage
• Enthusiastic, hard-working, technically proficient, with ambition and drive.
• Basic computer skills essential (Word/Excel) and good report writing skills beneficial.
• Willing and able to work towards professional qualifications such as ICE & CIWEM
• Demonstrable interest in water projects
• Capability to satisfy client and business expectations and be able to consider the wider financial and commercial implications of their actions.
• Communicate effectively to internal and external clients, both verbally & in writing.
• Structure & prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the team as a whole.
• Ability to work independently without losing initiative & focus

AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families.