Graduate Civil Engineer

Balfour Beatty plc; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday

Permanent contract from day one

Bi-annual reviews

Early Careers Showcase

Networking events

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking two Graduate Civil Engineers to join the 2027 Early Careers programme in the UK. You will gain hands-on experience on major infrastructure projects, taking on real responsibility from day one while developing technical, commercial and leadership skills alongside experienced colleagues.

Roles are based in the Southport/Liverpool and Blackpool/Preston regions, with site visits and a mix of site and office work throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum 2:2 honours.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Graduate scheme with hands-on responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of civil engineering projects across design, planning and construction phases.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, models and technical information to support project delivery.
• Review, analyse and contribute to design outputs ensuring alignment with standards and requirements.
• Assist with developing and implementing engineering solutions meeting project, customer and regulatory needs.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (2:2)

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.

We are seeking two Graduate Civil Engineers to support our growing portfolio of projects, with opportunities based in the Southport/Liverpool and Blackpool/Preston regions.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long‑term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. For more info, visit https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We're committed to making our recruitment process as inclusive as possible. If you need any adjustments, please let us know at any stage of the process.