Graduate Civil Engineer - Flood, Coast & Environment Impact

Binnies; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits

Private healthcare

Professional development

Hybrid working

Job summary

Binnies, part of the RSK Group, is seeking a motivated Graduate Civil Engineer to join its Flood, Coast and Environment team in the UK. You will contribute to projects across flood risk management, coastal engineering, and water/environment sectors, with opportunities to travel to client offices and sites.

The role offers a structured graduate development programme, regional office base, and the chance to work towards professional qualification while building technical knowledge and practical

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering from an ICE-accredited university, or a relevant equivalent qualification.
• Good A-level grades in STEM subjects and/or Geography.
• An ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• A genuine interest in water, flood risk management, coastal engineering, and environmental projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet project deadlines.
• Creative and practical thinking, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective planning, organisational, and time-management abilities.
• A proactive and methodical approach to problem-solving, both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Strong computer literacy; knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS would be advantageous.
• A commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assigned packages of work within agreed budgets and timescales, ensuring client requirements are met.
• Develop an understanding of project scope, contractual obligations, and potential changes to project requirements.
• Understand and interpret client briefs, including fundamental and performance requirements.
• Undertake feasibility assessments, options appraisals, and outline and detailed engineering design.
• Manage workloads effectively across multiple projects, balancing competing priorities and deadlines.
• Prepare clear, concise, and accurate technical deliverables appropriate to the intended audience.
• Work collaboratively with Engineering Managers, Project Managers, Regional Delivery Directors, and other project stakeholders.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects through effective communication, practical problem-solving, and sound engineering judgement.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

ICE-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

Binnies, part of the RSK Group, is seeking a motivated Graduate Civil Engineer to join its Flood, Coast and Environment team in the UK. You will contribute to projects across flood risk management, coastal engineering, and water/environment sectors, with opportunities to travel to client offices and sites.

The role offers a structured graduate development programme, regional office base, and the chance to work towards professional qualification while building technical knowledge and practical