Graduate Civil Engineer

Sweco; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks

Competitive pension contribution

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme

Payment of professional subscriptions

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Cycle2Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit

Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle

Tree planting for new starters

Job summary

Sweco in the United Kingdom is recruiting for the Autumn 2027 cohort of our Early Careers Graduate Scheme, with a role for a Graduate Civil Engineer to join the Water & Asset Management Division. You will work with hydrogeologists, hydrologists, flood risk and other specialists on potable and wastewater projects across planning, design, construction and post‑completion.

The role offers a two‑year blended learning programme with virtual and face‑to‑face training, mentoring and support towards

Qualifications

• Bachelor or equivalent degree related to civil engineering or water sector.
• Less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with project delivery tasks including feasibility and design work.
• Provide day-to-day technical input as part of a team of engineers and technicians.
• Ensure modelling and design output meets scope, timescales and budgets.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to deliver project requirements and add value to the client.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree relevant to the role

Job description

Job Description

Let’s transform society together

We are Sweco.

We are Europe’s leading design, engineering, environment and regulatory consultancy.

We are future planners, city shapers, urban innovators, digital transformers, net zero chasers, community connectors, social enterprisers and lifestyle improvers.

We are #DifferenceMakers.

And we are now taking applications for the Autumn 2027 cohort of our Early Careers Graduate Scheme.

Now recruiting: Graduate Civil Engineer to join our Water & Asset Management Division.

You will join a growing team of hydrogeologists, hydrologists, flood risk and sustainable drainage experts, hydraulic modellers, geomorphologists, civil engineers, and water quality specialists who provide consultancy advice, design and modelling services for clients in the public and private water supply, development and infrastructure sectors. We support every stage of a project from planning and design through to construction and post-completion.

You will be working on both potable and wastewater engineering projects including pipelines and treatment works as well as broader water related schemes such as highways, SuDS and domestic and industrial developments.

We’d like to hear from graduates that share our ethos, values and are driven to truly transform the world around them.

What does the role involve?

As a Graduate Civil Engineer you will be supporting the delivery of a wide variety of projects for both private and public sector clients and the main duties will include:

• Assisting with project delivery tasks including office-based feasibility and design work, site investigations and construction support.
• Providing day to day technical input as part of a team of engineers and technicians.
• Ensuring your modelling and design output is completed in accordance with the scope of works, timescales and budgets.
• Working in close collaboration with colleagues from other disciplines as required to deliver project requirements and added value to the client.

Who are we looking for?

Our unique, personalised programme is designed for passionate, forward-thinking graduates who want to change the world around them, who will thrive in a dynamic team environment, and who are hungry to collaborate not only with fellow graduates, but also with mentors and leaders across the business.

What do you need to apply?

We want to hear from you if you…

• Have a degree relevant to the role you’re applying for.
• Have less than 12 months of relevant work experience (excluding placements).
• Are confident using Microsoft Office and other relevant digital tools.
• Are driven, proactive, and solution-oriented.
• Can work in the UK without restrictions either now or in the future. This is a permanent role, and we’re looking for candidates who can grow their careers with Sweco without a time limit.

What’s in it for you?

Our Graduate Scheme offers a two-year blended learning experience, with a tailored programme delivered virtually and face-to-face. You’ll have the chance to network and grow with the 2027 cohort. Personal growth will be supported by our Early Careers team, mentors and subject matter experts from across the business.

Structured masterclasses focus on Internal Insight, Skills Development, and Subject Matter Expertise, helping fast-track your development as you pursue professional accreditation. The programme builds your confidence early in your career and gives you a platform for genuine impact within Sweco.

You’ll receive a permanent position with an industry-standard salary and benefits package, including 25 days holiday, a great pension and life assurance.

Read what our previous graduates have to say about their experience on the careers section of our website.

Please note, we will hold an assessment centre for this position in January / February 2027.

All applicants will be contacted regardless of the outcome. We provide feedback to all attendees of interviews or assessment centres but are unable to offer personal feedback at the application stage.

Employee Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working (Flexworks Policy)
• Competitive pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical Insurance
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• Payment of two relevant professional subscriptions
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year)
• Cycle2Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (wellbeing, mental health, financial and work advice)
• Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit Select (Faircare)
• Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle Scheme
• We plant a tree for all new starters!