Graduate Civil Engineer - Water - 2026 (Reading)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Reading seeks a Graduate Civil Engineer to join their 2026 Graduate Programme. You will collaborate on innovative solutions, develop your engineering expertise, and work with major clients. The role emphasizes problem-solving and adaptability. The firm offers a competitive salary, private medical insurance, and a permanent contract, promoting professional growth towards chartered status.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Ability to adapt in changing situations.
• Comfortable working collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the team to deliver solutions.
• Solve engineering problems using design software.
• Participate in site visits.

Skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Collaboration

Perseverance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Overview

With every community, Stantec redefines what’s possible.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer to be based in Reading, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme. As a graduate, you will collaborate with your team and the wider Stantec community to deliver innovative solutions to our high-profile clients, as well as developing your engineering expertise and knowledge in a multidisciplinary and creative environment.

You will have the opportunity to work with some of the largest water clients in the industry and make a real difference in the communities we live in from the very beginning. In your day-to-day work you will solve engineering problems, use design software and tools such as ArcGIS to carry out engineering calculations, develop designs, produce drawings, reports, and presentations, with opportunities to undertake site visits to collect and collate data. You’ll be working as part of a friendly and collaborative project team along with the support and guidance of our highly skilled Senior and Principal Civil Engineers. You’ll also be given dedicated mentors to support you in your journey to Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status with the Institution of Civil Engineers.

About you

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with your Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, we’d love to receive your application if you are:-

• 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 colleagues are able to provide 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 become chartered with ICE
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network

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. We look forward to receiving your application!

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