Graduate Engineer

I. Municipalidad de Recoleta; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering contractor in the UK is seeking a Graduate Engineer to support design, estimation, and construction teams. The role involves working with clients to understand project requirements, conducting site visits, and managing contracts. Applicants should have a degree in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering and strong communication skills. This position provides opportunities for training and career progression.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence for site visits.
• Proficiency in IT and MS Office.
• Enthusiasm, results focus, and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and estimation of various specialist projects using civil, structural and geotechnical knowledge.
• Meet with clients to understand project requirements.
• Support contract management from receipt of order through to completion.
• Conduct site visits and surveys to specify and procure materials.

Skills

Good communication

Organisation

Multi-tasking

Effective negotiation skills

Education

HNC, HND, BSc or BEng in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Due to continued expansion, an abundant pipeline of works, and the recent award of major contracts, our client is looking to appoint a Graduate Engineer to support estimating, design, quantity surveying and construction teams. Full training, mentoring, leadership and guidance will be provided as your career progresses.

Responsibilities

• Design and estimation of various specialist projects using civil, structural and geotechnical knowledge.


• Meet with clients to understand project requirements and develop the most appropriate solutions, including preparation of offers and negotiating terms to secure a profitable workload.


• Support contract management from receipt of order through to completion, ensuring profitability and safety, including the preparation of RAMS.


• Conduct site visits and surveys to specify and procure materials, and arrange required testing.

The Person

• Good communication, organisation and multi-tasking skills.


• Full UK driving licence for site visits.


• HNC, HND, BSc or BEng in Civil, Structural or Geotechnical Engineering.


• Proficiency in IT and MS Office.


• Ability to build effective relationships at all levels, internally and externally.


• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative.


• Enthusiasm, results focus and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.


• Effective negotiation skills with internal and external clients and teams.

Our Client

Our client is proud to be one of the UKs leading heavy civils, foundations, piling and ground engineering contractors, offering specialist design and construction services including groundworks, ground stabilisation, temporary works, secant and contiguous piled walls, ground beams and restricted access underpinning.

We are committed to equal opportunities. We wish to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and appointed solely on their suitability for the post irrespective of race, gender, age, disability, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, religion/belief or nationality.