Graduate Civil Engineer - Community Development - Ashford - 2027

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Ashford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary progression plan

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Permanent employment contract

Professional progression plan

ERGs network

Job summary

Stantec in Ashford is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer for our Autumn 2027 intake. You’ll join a collaborative Civil Engineering team delivering highway and infrastructure schemes across the UK.

From feasibility to construction, you’ll gain exposure to all project stages, use AutoCAD and Civil 3D, and contribute to designs, calculations and reports.

A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering is required, with support to achieve professional accreditation (IEng or CEng) with ICE.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• Willingness to learn and grow within infrastructure engineering.
• Strong collaborative skills and desire to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop sustainable infrastructure designs for highways and drainage.
• Undertake design work using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other industry-standard software.
• Support projects through all stages from feasibility to construction.
• Produce engineering calculations, technical analyses, drawings and inspection reports.
• Attend client meetings, workshops and design coordination sessions.

Skills

Adapter

Perseverer

Collaborator

Problem-Solver

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

With every community, Stantec redefines what’s possible.

The Opportunity

Join our 2027 (Autumn) Graduate Programme as a Graduate Civil Engineer in our Ashford office, where you'll be part of a market-leading Community Development discipline.

Based in our Ashford office, you'll join a collaborative Civil Engineering team supporting the delivery of major infrastructure and highways projects across the country. The team forms part of Stantec's wider national Transport business, giving you access to multidisciplinary expertise and opportunities to work on projects across the UK.

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, you'll gain exposure to all stages of the project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design and construction. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll contribute to the design of major highway and infrastructure schemes, developing skills in highway alignment, pavement design, drainage design and project delivery while building a strong foundation for your career.

Our portfolio includes major regional residential projects like the re-development of Alconbury Airfield and a new development at Little Barford, Bedfordshire including interaction with East-West Rail, design support for the continued re-development of Paradise, Birmingham and nationally significant energy projects like the Agratas giga battery plant.

Take a look at our Civil Engineering service line:- Civil Engineering (stantec.com), and review the career journey of our Stantec graduates here:- Stantec | Career Stories

About The Role

You'll support the delivery of a wide range of civil engineering projects, from major highway improvements to large-scale residential developments. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will:

• Develop sustainable infrastructure solutions, including highways and drainage designs for residential and commercial projects.

• Undertake design work using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other industry-standard software.

• Support projects through all stages of delivery, from feasibility and concept design through to construction.

• Produce engineering calculations, technical analysis, drawings and inspection reports.

• Assist with project risk assessments and contribute to risk management activities.

• Prepare technical reports, presentations, bids and proposals.

• Provide technical support to multidisciplinary project teams.

• Attend client meetings, workshops and design coordination sessions with colleagues from across the business.

This role offers excellent exposure to all aspects of civil engineering design and project delivery, helping you develop the technical and professional skills needed for a successful career in infrastructure engineering.

We are committed to supporting employees in achieving relevant professional qualifications and accreditation. The applicable professional qualification for this role is IEng or CEng status with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

Your Impact

This role will help deliver sustainable, resilient infrastructure and community developments that create lasting benefits for people, places and the environment. Working across a range of projects, you will support the planning, design and delivery of infrastructure solutions that enhance communities, promote sustainable growth and improve quality of life. Your work will contribute to addressing key challenges such as climate resilience, resource efficiency and environmental stewardship, helping clients deliver innovative, future-ready solutions that meet the needs of both local communities and wider society.

About you

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a keen interest in the Infrastructure sector, you will be:-

• An Adapter - You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.

• A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.

• A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.

• A Problem-Solver - You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary

• Private medical insurance

• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance

• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec

• Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership

• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs ( Graduate Application FAQs ) if you have any questions.

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About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align,

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] we will talk to you about how we can support you.