Graduate Civil Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Margaretting; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Hybrid working

Pension

Flexible annual leave

CPD & mentoring

Job summary

Penguin Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer in Chelmsford to join a supportive consultancy. You will assist with design and delivery of civil projects across residential, commercial and infrastructure, gaining hands-on experience and mentorship toward chartership.

The role offers £28,000 - £32,000, hybrid working, a performance bonus, enhanced pension and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Recent graduate or up to two years of relevant experience.
• Good numeracy, analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative approach and a genuine willingness to learn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; exposure to civil engineering design software beneficial but not essential.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design and delivery of civil engineering projects, including roads, bridges, drainage and water supply infrastructure.
• Contribute to projects across residential, commercial, retail, data centre and anaerobic digestion developments.
• Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, technical reports and specifications.
• Develop your skills using design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PDS and Causeway Flow.
• Attend site visits and surveys alongside experienced engineers.
• Work collaboratively with planners, architects and other engineering professionals.
• Build your technical knowledge through mentoring, training and continuing professional development, with support towards chartership.

Skills

Numeracy

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

PDS

Causeway Flow

Job description

Graduate Civil Engineer
Chelmsford
£28,000 - £32,000

Are you a recent Civil Engineering graduate, or have you already gained a year or two of consultancy experience and want to develop further? This is an opportunity to build your career with a supportive engineering consultancy, working on varied projects across the UK while developing your technical skills and progressing towards chartership.

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, you'll work alongside experienced engineers on projects spanning residential, commercial, retail and wider infrastructure developments. You'll gain hands-on design experience, contribute to project delivery and receive mentoring to help you develop at a pace that suits your ability and experience.

The Role

• Assist with the design and delivery of civil engineering projects, including roads, bridges, drainage and water supply infrastructure.
• Contribute to projects across residential, commercial, retail, data centre and anaerobic digestion developments.
• Prepare engineering drawings, calculations, technical reports and specifications.
• Develop your skills using design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, PDS and Causeway Flow.
• Attend site visits and surveys alongside experienced engineers.
• Work collaboratively with planners, architects and other engineering professionals.
• Build your technical knowledge through mentoring, training and continuing professional development, with support towards chartership.

About You

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• A recent graduate or someone with up to two years' relevant experience.
• Good numeracy, analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative approach and a genuine willingness to learn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Exposure to civil engineering design software would be beneficial but is not essential.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

The Benefits

The package includes a salary of £28,000 - £32,000, a performance-related bonus scheme, hybrid working, an enhanced company pension and flexible annual leave. You'll also benefit from professional membership support, mentoring, CPD events and clear career progression pathways.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect of this position. For further information, please contact Andy Hopkins, with over 30 years' recruitment experience.