Graduate Civil Engineer - Norwich

Skanska; Norwich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is excited to launch its Graduate Civil Engineer programme in Norwich, starting September 2025. This role offers the chance to kickstart your career in a dynamic team focused on improving infrastructure. You will engage in site coordination, risk assessments, and quality control while collaborating with various teams. The two-year programme emphasizes technical and interpersonal skill development, providing guidance from experienced leaders. Join a community of over 100 graduates and apprentices, and make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment dedicated to innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Professional and social events

Support for professional accreditation

Flexible working arrangements

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts through My Rewards

Qualifications

• Final year or recent graduate in Civil Engineering.
• Enthusiastic about learning and personal growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan and produce methodologies for construction work.
• Utilise surveying skills for construction details.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Surveying

Communication

Project Planning

Risk Assessment

Education

ICE-accredited degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Description and Requirements

Graduate Civil Engineer – 2025 Development Programme - Norwich

We are excited to launch our Graduate roles, starting in September 2025!
Are you ready to kickstart your career in a team where you can make a difference?
Skanska, one of the world’s leading project development and construction groups, is an inclusive and responsible business that is helping to build a better society.
Our Infrastructure team is looking for a Civil Engineer to join their team on the A47 Thickthorn Junction in Norwich, Norfolk.
Here, we are working to improve the junction between the A47 and the A11 near Norwich by adding two new connections to ease congestion in the area.

What you'll do:

• Plan and produce methodologies for mobilising and setting up sections of work.
• Utilise surveying skills to set out details for construction.
• Work with subcontractors to ensure the timely preparation and implementation of Risk Assessments & Method Statements, Inspection Test Plans, Permits & Consents.
• Site coordination and logistical planning to enable works to be carried out safely.
• Identify the needs for temporary works and complete temporary work designs working with the temporary works team.
• Maintain a high standard of Quality Control and Quality Assurance records, including managing Non-Conformance Reports and Early Warning Notices.
• Produce accurate and detailed daily diaries for your work areas.
• Work collaboratively with enabling teams, such as Traffic Management, Earthworks, Utilities, and Community Relations.
• Complete environmental risk assessments for works and assist in managing works activities in an ecologically sensitive manner.

What you'll bring to the role:

• You are in your final year of achieving an ICE-accredited degree in Civil Engineering, or have recently graduated.
• Enthusiastic about learning, personal and professional growth.
• Able to interpret drawings and implement efficient planning services.
• Effective at communicating complex information to diverse audiences.
• Strong interest in innovation, sustainability, and making a positive impact.
• Ability to work collaboratively towards shared goals.
• Motivated to work in a site-based environment, initially on a highway project.
• This role requires site visits; a driving license or working towards one within your first year is expected.

What we offer:

• Part of a community of 100+ graduates and apprentices.
• Support to develop your career beyond the apprenticeship.
• Guidance from experienced leaders and teams.
• Professional and social events.
• Opportunities to volunteer in the local community.
• Support for professional accreditation, with expenses covered for membership.
• Access to employee networks including Womxn’s, Ability, Pride, O.N.E, Military, and Mental Health & Wellbeing.
• Discounts through My Rewards.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements where possible.
• Wellbeing support through our employee assistance program and mental health initiatives.

Skanska graduate programme

The two-year programme develops technical and interpersonal skills through courses and on-the-job learning, starting September 2025 in Norwich.

About Skanska

Skanska is a global leader in project development and construction, with over 135 years of experience. In the UK since 2000, we deliver projects across sectors including real estate, defense, education, highways, rail, and water, committed to building a better society through sustainable solutions.

We value diversity and inclusion, believing that embracing differences fosters innovation and success. We offer flexible working and reasonable adjustments to support all applicants.

For more information or to apply, please contact us at [e-mail].