Graduate Civil Engineer

Balfour Beatty plc; Peterhead; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Permanent contract

Structured training

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc in Peterhead, Scotland invites graduates to join its 2027 Early Careers Graduate Civil Engineer programme. You'll gain hands-on experience across major civil projects, working with experienced engineers to develop technical, commercial and leadership skills.

The role blends site and office work within a structured development pathway. You’ll contribute to project lifecycles from planning through to handover, with a focus on professional accreditation and continuing development

Qualifications

• Graduates with a Civil Engineering degree and genuine interest in the industry.
• Minimum 2:2 Honours degree by start date.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of civil engineering projects across design, planning and construction phases.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical information to support project delivery.
• Contribute to design outputs to ensure alignment with technical standards and project requirements.
• Assist with development and implementation of engineering solutions meeting project and regulatory requirements.

Education

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

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 Scotland teams as a Graduate Civil Engineer, based in Peterhead, supporting the civils infrastructure for the Netherton Hub.

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
• Identifying, assessing, and managing engineering and project risks, with a strong focus on health, safety, environmental, and quality performance

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.

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.
• Opportunities to get involved in wider business initiatives, community projects and programmes such as the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

About Us

The Regional Scotland business delivers the buildings and infrastructure that communities across Scotland rely on every day. It plays an important role in supporting economic growth, improving public services and creating lasting social value.

At Balfour Beatty, we have been delivering complex and critical infrastructure across Scotland for more than a century, from healthcare and education facilities to transport and civil engineering projects.

Our award‑winning sustainable projects, including active travel, Passivhaus and retrofit schemes, demonstrate our commitment to supporting Scotland's transition towards a more sustainable future.

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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