Graduate Civil Engineer

Avove Limited; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK utilities infrastructure firm is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join their Design & Construct team in Birmingham. This hybrid role involves working on water and wastewater projects, collaborating with senior engineers, and contributing to innovative infrastructure solutions. Ideal candidates will hold a Civil Engineering degree and possess a curious and collaborative mindset. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits, and an opportunity to shape the future of the industry.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Private GP helpline & health cash plan

Avove discount scheme

Family-friendly policies

Lifestyle benefit options

Financial wellbeing programme

Employee assistance programme

Volunteering days and charity matched giving

Qualifications

• Graduating in 2026 or already graduated.
• Curious, creative, and collaborative mindset.
• Digital confidence and clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support design of water and wastewater projects.
• Assist with design activities during construction.
• Gather and analyse data for design decisions.
• Prepare and review design calculations and documentation.

Skills

Water and Wastewater Engineering

Data analysis

Design documentation

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Civil Engineering Degree

Job description

Graduate Civil Engineer

Location: Birmingham, West Midlands, UK

Application Deadline: 2025-12-22

Job Description

Advance your career, join our Graduate Programme – Be The Future! Being a graduate at Avove isn't just a job, it's the beginning of a rewarding career. We're building a bright and ambitious future, and we want you to be part of it. Join our thriving graduate community and take your next step toward shaping the future of our business.

About our Graduate Programme

Our two‑year graduate programme is designed to help you grow, learn, and thrive. You'll gain hands‑on experience, take part in tailored development activities, and be supported by experienced mentors and colleagues. From an induction week to masterclasses, development days, and bespoke training, we'll help you reach your full potential. We want you to love what you do, learn quickly, broaden your horizons, and make a difference from day one.

About the role

We're looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer with an interest in Water and Wastewater Engineering to join our Design & Construct (D&C) team. Based in Birmingham, this hybrid role (2–3 days in‑office) offers the chance to work on exciting infrastructure projects – from network design to treatment facilities – through all stages of delivery. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team, learning from senior engineers and contributing to projects that meet technical standards, budgets, and deadlines. This role is a September 2026 start.

What a typical day could look like

• Supporting the design of water and wastewater projects, from outline to detailed design.
• Assisting with design activities during construction.
• Gathering and analysing data to inform design decisions.
• Helping ensure designs meet client and industry standards.
• Taking on technical tasks that match your growing skills.
• Participating in site visits, surveys, and inspections.
• Contributing to feasibility studies and technical reports.
• Following health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Preparing and reviewing design calculations and documentation.
• Staying up to date with industry best practices.

About you

We're looking for graduates who are curious, creative, and ready to collaborate to create change and bring fresh perspectives. You'll bring insights from your education and life experiences, and we'll empower you to make a real impact. You should be graduating in 2026 or already graduated from your Civil Engineering Degree. You'll be digitally confident, a clear communicator, and able to collaborate with others while also taking initiative. We value organisation, attention to detail, and a desire to keep learning.

A Civil Engineering degree is required to meet current entry requirements for professional qualifications such as CEng or IEng through ICE or equivalent. This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Visa process. Applicants must therefore have, and maintain, an alternative right to work for the duration of employment.

What's in it for you

We offer a competitive salary and a wide range of flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle:

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private GP helpline & health cash plan
• Avove discount scheme
• Family‑friendly policies
• Lifestyle benefit options
• Financial wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders
• Volunteering days and charity matched giving

About us

At Avove, we design, build, and maintain the UK's utilities infrastructure – helping to keep water flowing, lights on, and people connected. We deliver sustainable engineering solutions and work with leading utility providers including Severn Trent, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, Scottish Power, and Northern Ireland Water. We're proud to be a responsible, agile partner, committed to improving communities and protecting the environment.

We are an equal opportunities employer

We welcome applications from candidates of all races, genders, disabilities, religions, ages and sexual orientations. Diversity drives innovation, and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our Communities of Practice help us stay accountable and keep progressing.

Ready to apply?

Apply as soon as you can as we review applications on a rolling basis. If you have questions, reach out to us.