Graduate Civil Engineer

Amey; West Kinfauns; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

24 days holiday + BH

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Career growth programs

Mentoring and learning development

Social value days

Job summary

Amey in Perth is inviting applications for a Graduate Civil Engineer on a two-year pathway with guaranteed permanency on completion. You will receive mentoring, structured training, and support towards a relevant professional qualification while contributing to highway projects across the UK.

You will plan investigations, prepare technical documents, and provide pavement-related design advice, working 40 hours per week from Caledonian House, West Kinfauns, with a July 2027 start date.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 degree in Civil Engineering.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan and undertake specialist investigations.
• Assist with preparing technical documents and reports.
• Maintain high technical standards consistent with the project scope/brief.
• Provide design and specialist advice in relevant specialisms, e.g. pavements.
• Use AMPS for scheme identification, development or recording of maintenance interventions.
• Assist the project manager with project related correspondence from internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist the project manager with Technical Workshops to discuss complex schemes and treatment proposals.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety Legislation (CDM2015).
• Ensure compliance with the operating company's management system.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

2:2 Civil Engineering

Job description

Ready to launch your career?

Join Amey and

start building a career with real impact.

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Civil Engineer Graduate to join our NMC NE team based in Perth. Whether you are finishing university or looking for the next step in your career, this is a great place to develop your skills, confidence and future career.

Title: Graduate Civil Engineer

Requisition ID: 12902

Starting Salary: £30,000.00 per annum (Subject to review)

Location: Caledonian House, West Kinfauns, Perth. PH2 7XZ

Working hours per week: Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, 40 hours per week.

Start date: July 2027

Our two-year Graduate Pathway will challenge and inspire you to reach your full potential and build your career, with a guaranteed permanent position to transition into on completion. Throughout the programme, you will receive first-class mentoring and structured learning and development to support your professional and personal growth. We will also contribute towards a relevant professional qualification.

About The Team

Join our supportive and inclusive team within NMC NE, where you will work on projects that make a real difference to communities across the UK.

Amey is working in partnership with Transport Scotland Northeast since August 2022, with an increased focus on supporting the creation of sustainable futures for communities, together we will achieve net zero targets and improve the customer experience. Covering 593Km of network, we provide routine highways, bridges and structure maintenance as well as designing and managing road safety schemes. By ensuring our roads and highways are well-maintained through all-weather seasons and traffic incidents, we aim to create well-functioning, safe spaces which minimise disruption, keep people moving and support thriving communities.

What You Will Do

• Plan and undertake specialist investigations.
• Assist with preparing technical documents and reports.
• Maintain high technical standards consistent with the project scope/brief.
• Provide design and specialist advice in relevant specialisms, e.g. pavements.
• Use of Transport Scotland’s Asset Management Performance System (AMPS) for scheme identification, development and recording of maintenance intervention.
• Assist the project manager with project related correspondence from internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist the project manager with Technical Workshops to discuss complex schemes and treatment proposals.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Health and Safety Legislation (CDM2015).
• Ensure compliance at all times with the operating company's management system.

What You Will Bring

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, keen tolearnand ready to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative team.

• Minimum 2:2 degree in Civil Engineering.
• Full UK driving licence.

Behavioural competencies

• Passion for developing your skills, both professionally and personally.
• Enthusiasm for being part of a high-performing team and a drive for success.

Please note that successful applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing, in line with our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.

Any offer of employment is conditional upon meeting the required academic criteria.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Salary and rewards: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your contributions.
• All-round support: You will be supported throughout your graduate pathway by your manager, mentor, Early Careers team and wider graduate network.
• Career Growth: Throughout your graduate pathway, you will receive first-class mentoring and a structured learning and development programme to enable your professional and personal development.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programmes tailored to your personal growth.
• Career pathways:Your graduatepathway can open the door to future opportunities across Amey, helping you build a long-term career after yourprogramme.
• Holidays - Enjoy 24 days leave plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy more
• Pension - Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• Flexible working - Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns open for discussion.
• Flexible benefits - Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts - Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Value-you will get two Social Impact Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiativesand, where eligible, participate in the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award.
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

About Amey

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems.

We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

What truly defines Amey is our commitment to people. Our business is only as strong as the individuals who power it, and our greatest asset is our team.

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.