Graduate Civil Engineer — Start on Major Infrastructure Projects

Balfour Beatty plc; Bradford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Permanent contract from day one

Bi-annual reviews

Graduate networking events

Job summary

Balfour Beatty is recruiting a Graduate Civil Engineer for its 2027 Early Careers programme. You’ll gain hands-on experience across major infrastructure projects in the UK, taking on responsibilities from day one and developing technical, commercial, and leadership skills with support from experienced colleagues.

You’ll work across site and office environments on the Bradford Thornton Road project, with travel as needed and the requirement to hold a full UK driver’s license.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Curious

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Ownership

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Balfour Beatty is recruiting a Graduate Civil Engineer for its 2027 Early Careers programme. You’ll gain hands-on experience across major infrastructure projects in the UK, taking on responsibilities from day one and developing technical, commercial, and leadership skills with support from experienced colleagues.

You’ll work across site and office environments on the Bradford Thornton Road project, with travel as needed and the requirement to hold a full UK driver’s license.