Graduate Civil Engineer

American Society of Civil Engineers; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Laptop

Mobile Phone

Paid Holidays

Parking

Group Life Assurance

Job summary

Graduate Civil Engineer role assisting with setting out, quality control, site supervision, and documentation for civil engineering projects. You will help ensure works are completed safely, on time, and to specification.

The position emphasizes hands-on field work, collaboration with subcontractors, and adherence to RAMS and QA processes.

Qualifications

• A degree/HNC/HND in Engineering (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Setting out and surveying in accordance with drawings and specs; maintain site records.
• Site supervision of subcontractors and workforce; ensure works follow drawings and methods.
• Health & Safety: support RAMS, promote safe working practices, toolbox talks.
• Quality Assurance: complete ITPs, record deliveries, support audits.
• Documentation: maintain site records and prepare progress reports.
• Coordination & communication: liaise with subs, attend meetings, escalate issues.

Skills

Setting Out & Surveying

Health & Safety Awareness

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Organisation & time management

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

HNC/HND in Engineering

Tools

Total stations

GPS

Levelling equipment

Job description

Graduate Civil Engineer

To support the delivery of civil engineering and infrastructure projects by assisting with setting out, quality control, site supervision, and technical documentation, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Setting Out & Surveying Assist with setting out works in accordance with drawings and specifications Use total stations, GPS, and levelling equipment Conduct as-built surveys and maintain accurate site records Ensure line and level accuracy
• Site Supervision Support day-to-day site operations Monitor subcontractors and workforce activities Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications, and method statements Assist in resolving technical queries on site
• Health & Safety Compliance Support implementation of CDM Regulations 2015 Assist with Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) Promote safe working practices Participate in toolbox talks and safety briefings
• Quality Assurance Complete Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) Record material deliveries and compliance documentation Maintain quality records and site diaries Support audits and inspections
• Documentation & Reporting Maintain accurate site records Produce daily/weekly progress reports Assist with technical submissions Support preparation of handover documentation
• Coordination & Communication Liaise with subcontractors, supervisors, and suppliers Attend site meetings Communicate technical information clearly Escalate issues to Senior Engineer or Site Manager

Person Specification

• Essential
  • A degree/HNC/HND in Engineering (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Full UK driving licence.
• Desirable
  • Knowledge of water or infrastructure projects
  • Experience using total station equipment
  • CSCS card
  • Understanding of CDM regulations
• Key Skills
  • Technical awareness
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Organisation & time management
  • Teamwork
  • Adaptability
  • Willingness to learn
  • Skills: Technical Civil Engineering Knowledge Setting Out & Surveying Skills Health & Safety Awareness Understanding of Utilities & Coordination Communication & Teamwork Quality Control & Documentation

Benefits

• Company Vehicle
• Laptop
• Mobile Phone
• Paid Holidays
• Parking
• Group Life Assurance

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