Graduate Project Engineer

Coffey; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A water infrastructure and civil engineering specialist is seeking a Graduate Project Engineer to support water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK. This role offers hands-on experience in project planning and execution while working closely with multidisciplinary teams. The position provides a pathway to Chartered Engineer status, emphasizing career growth and development in a supportive environment focused on innovative engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Graduate or higher degree in relevant engineering field.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel to sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing MEICA and civils projects.
• Support development of technical documents like PFDs and P&IDs.
• Liaise with teams, clients, and contractors for project success.
• Monitor budgets and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Basic CAD tools

Interest in sustainability

Education

BEng or MEng in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and delivery of MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation) and civils projects.
• Support the development of technical documentation including PFDs, P&IDs, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders including clients, contractors, and suppliers.
• Contribute to site inspections, commissioning activities, and troubleshooting.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Participate in design reviews and help ensure engineering solutions meet client requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for senior engineers and project managers.

Job Summary

As a Graduate Project Engineer, you will support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the UK. You'll gain hands‑on experience in project planning, design, and execution, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. This role offers a pathway to Chartered Engineer status and long‑term career progression.

Qualifications

• BEng or MEng in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic CAD tools.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Interest in sustainability and innovation in infrastructure.
• Some travel required across Coffey sites.
• Some understanding of construction industry.

Company Overview

Coffey is a water infrastructure and civil engineering specialist operating in every major construction sector throughout Ireland and the UK. Passionate about quality and efficiency, this passion drives our belief in delivering projects with the best workforce. The hallmarks of our work are innovative solutions, engineering ingenuity, professional construction management and the highest level of safety and quality. We pride ourselves in nurturing an environment that empowers critical thinking, creative problem‑solving, customer focus, efficiency and flexibility.

Company Values

Coffey values are at the heart of everything we do - Do the right thing, Do it better, Do it together.