Graduate Civil Engineer

Barhale Holdings Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering firm in Peterborough is seeking a motivated Graduate Civil Engineer to support the planning and delivery of water infrastructure projects. The role offers valuable experience in a high-demand sector, contributing to projects that protect the environment and support communities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and strong communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Private Medical

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passion for sustainable infrastructure and interest in the water sector.
• Willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design of water treatment works and flood defences.
• Undertake site visits and inspections.
• Prepare drawings and reports under guidance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical mindset

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering (BEng or MEng)

Job description

About Barhale

Barhale is a business founded on family values, established in 1980. We are one of the largest privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists in the UK, with experience across design, civil engineering and maintenance services in water, transport, built environment and energy sectors.

We operate as a tier one partner for blue chip, regulated and private clients, working on large frameworks, joint ventures and alliances as well as standalone projects, delivering to Barhale values that have guided us since 1985.

Our direct delivery model focuses on people as our greatest asset. We train and retain our own frontline delivery teams as well as management and support services. We employ over 1,200 employees nationwide.

We offer specialist skills to support our civil engineering and infrastructure activities, including tunnelling, MEICA, temporary and permanent design, steel fabrication, signs (design and fabrication), and health & safety equipment and PPE.

Company Website: https://www.barhale.co.uk/

Company Showcase Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFqsoclCUZA

Why join Barhale?

• As Gold Investors in People, we are committed to high standards of people practices, inclusivity and alignment to business strategy and ethos.
• Job security and long-term work through various frameworks and large infrastructure schemes.
• A broad range of civil engineering, mechanical and electrical schemes on major infrastructure projects and clients.
• Strong career progression, with a track record of promoting from within.

Graduate Civil Engineer

The Role

We are a ground-breaking collaboration between eight organisations - Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska, and SWECO - delivering over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme. Are you a civil engineering graduate ready to make a real-world impact? Join a growing team delivering innovative and essential infrastructure projects that serve millions across East Anglia. We are looking for a motivated Graduate Civil Engineer to support the planning, design, and delivery of clean water and wastewater projects. This is a unique opportunity to work in a high-demand sector, developing the infrastructure that protects the environment and supports communities across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and construction of water treatment works, pipelines, pumping stations, and flood defences
• Undertake site visits, inspections, and surveys to support project development
• Prepare drawings, specifications, calculations, and reports under the guidance of senior engineers
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electrical, and environmental engineers
• Support project management and stakeholder engagement across various stages of delivery
• Ensure all work aligns with health, safety, and environmental standards

Essentials

• A degree in Civil Engineering (BEng or MEng)
• A passion for sustainable infrastructure and interest in the water sector
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Analytical mindset and willingness to learn

Desirable

• Full UK driving licence (or working towards it)

Caring and investing in you

Our values have been embedded at Barhale for over 40 years, guiding how we care for and invest in people. We are a Gold Investors in People company and a Sunday Times 100 Best Company to Work For, committed to investing in people and creating a working environment where employees feel supported throughout their careers and can grow with the company.

From the moment you join us, your well-being and career aspirations will be supported with:

• Competitive salary
• Company Pension
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical
• 25 days of annual leave plus 8 public holidays and loyalty days
• 8 hours volunteering
• Employee Assistance Programme for mental, physiological and financial wellbeing
• Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice
• Company car/green car scheme/car allowance/Van (dependent on position)
• Leadership and management training and coaching
• Regular line management engagement and appraisal
• Development through internal and external training
• Continuous service awards

Would you like to know more?

Please contact our Recruitment team via [e-mail]