Graduate Civil Engineer - Water - 2026 (Warrington)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Warrington is seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join their Graduate Programme. You will engage in significant projects in the water division, solving engineering problems and using design software. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and demonstrate adaptability and teamwork. The firm offers a competitive salary, medical insurance, and a professional progression plan to become chartered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Effective problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce drawings and design calculations.
• Participate in significant water projects.
• Solve engineering problems using design tools.

Skills

Engineering problem solving

Use of design software (ArcGIS)

Ability to adapt

Collaboration

Determination

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

With every community, Stantec redefines what’s possible.

Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer to be based in our Warrington office, joining our 2026 Graduate Programme. You will be involved in significant projects in our water division from day one, both locally and nationally. From outline to detailed design, you’ll input through producing drawings and design calculations to help develop a better way to obtain, clean, and distribute water for our communities (e.g. pollution management schemes).

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. You will also have the opportunity to undertake site visits. You’ll be part of a friendly and collaborative project team 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.

For more context, review the Water business line and the graduate career journey through examples provided by current team members.

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 offer thoughtful input based on what you see, and are 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 if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!

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