Graduate Civil Engineer

Balfour Beatty plc; Bradford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Permanent contract from day one

Bi-annual reviews

Graduate networking events

Job summary

Balfour Beatty is recruiting a Graduate Civil Engineer for its 2027 Early Careers programme. You’ll gain hands-on experience across major infrastructure projects in the UK, taking on responsibilities from day one and developing technical, commercial, and leadership skills with support from experienced colleagues.

You’ll work across site and office environments on the Bradford Thornton Road project, with travel as needed and the requirement to hold a full UK driver’s license.

Qualifications

• We value your potential over past experience and are looking for graduates with a degree in Civil Engineering and a genuine interest in our industry.
• To be eligible, you'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 honours degree by the time you start.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of civil engineering projects across design, planning, and construction phases
• Reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, models, and technical information to support project delivery
• Reviewing, analysing, and contributing to design outputs, ensuring alignment with technical standards, best practice, and project requirements
• Assisting with the development and implementation of engineering solutions that meet project, customer, and regulatory requirements

Skills

Curious

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Ownership

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

About the role

We are Balfour Beatty. You may not know us by name, but you'll recognise what we do. We're a leading international infrastructure group, building, maintaining and improving infrastructure that supports communities for generations to come.

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, you'll join our 2027 Early Careers programme and gain hands-on experience while contributing to some of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. From day one, you'll take on real responsibility, develop technical and professional skills, and work alongside experienced colleagues who will support your growth. You'll also be part of a supportive graduate community, building the skills, experience and industry-recognised accreditations needed for a successful career.

In this role, you'll join one of our UKCS - Regional Civils teams as a Graduate Civil Engineer, based in West Yorkshire, supporting on our Bradford Thornton Road project.

Please note that this role may require travel to various locations, which means you may occasionally need to work and stay away from home. Flexibility is essential, as assignments can vary based on project needs. All reasonable travel and accommodation expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with company policy. Before joining Balfour Beatty, you must hold a full UK driver's license.

What you'll be doing

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, you'll play an important role in the delivery of major infrastructure projects, helping to design, construct, and maintain the structures and systems that communities rely on every day. Working across both site and office environments, you'll apply your academic knowledge to real-world engineering challenges while developing the technical, commercial, and leadership skills needed for a successful career in civil engineering.

Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams, you'll contribute to activities throughout the project lifecycle, from planning and design through to construction, commissioning, and handover. Through a structured development programme, you'll gain exposure to a range of engineering disciplines while building the experience needed to work towards professional accreditation.

You’ll support with:

• Supporting the delivery of civil engineering projects across design, planning, and construction phases
• Reviewing and interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, models, and technical information to support project delivery
• Reviewing, analysing, and contributing to design outputs, ensuring alignment with technical standards, best practice, and project requirements
• Assisting with the development and implementation of engineering solutions that meet project, customer, and regulatory requirements

Who we're looking for

We value your potential over past experience and are looking for graduates with a degree in Civil Engineering and a genuine interest in our industry. To be eligible, you'll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 honours degree by the time you start.

We’d love to receive your application if you:

• Are curious, proactive and motivated to develop professionally.
• Enjoy solving problems and finding practical solutions.
• Work well with others and build positive relationships.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with different people.
• Take ownership, adapt to challenges and are committed to achieving results.

This role involves regular site-based visits, including travel on-site and between locations. Before joining Balfour Beatty, you must hold a full UK driver's license.

Why work for us as a Graduate

• Work on high-profile projects that make a real difference, while building your career with one of the UK’s leading infrastructure groups.
• Be part of a supportive early careers network, with structured training and with structured training and coaching from experienced industry professionals.
• Take part in unique development experiences, including residential trips in the Lake District and personal development delivered by our external partners.
• Take ownership of your ongoing professional development, with support towards professional membership and chartership or professional registration where relevant to your career path.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits, giving you the freedom to shape a rewards package that works for you.
• 25 days' holiday, with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• A permanent contract from day one, reflecting our commitment to your long-term career.
• Clear progression opportunities, with bi-annual performance and pay reviews throughout your programme.
• Opportunities to connect with fellow graduates through networking events, development activities and our Early Careers Showcase.

About us

The Regional Civils sector delivers essential infrastructure that connects communities and supports economic growth. Projects span highways, rail, public realm, flood defence and industrial developments across England and Wales.

At Balfour Beatty, our Regional Civils teams have a strong track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects safely and efficiently for local authorities, public sector organisations and private customers.

Our work helps improve transport networks, protect communities and create lasting benefits for the places where people live and work.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we want everyone to be able to thrive and achieve their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. We're making great progress through our Value Everyone DEI Action Plan, but we know we've got more to do. Find out more about our values and DEI initiatives.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We are committed to our processes being barrier-free and will support adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Please let the recruiter for this role know if you require any adjustments.

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