Graduate Quality Engineer

Ferrovial Construction; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2-year development programme

Support for professional chartering

Diverse range of engineering exposure

Job summary

Ferrovial Construction is offering a Graduate Quality Engineer position as part of a two-year development programme in Milton Keynes, UK. You will support day-to-day activities on major infrastructure projects, working with Quality Managers to ensure compliance.

Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a relevant degree, and the right to work in the UK. The role promotes professional growth and innovative practices within diverse engineering fields.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact at a variety of levels.
• Right to work in the UK by the start of employment.
• Motivated to learn and add value to the team and the Graduate Programme.

Responsibilities

• Assist in writing quality documentation including Quality Management Plans.
• Support monitoring compliance of construction works on site.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation across the site team.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical thinking

Proactive approach

Education

Degree or Masters (all disciplines considered)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Ferrovial is a global leader in infrastructure, solving complex problems and generating a positive impact on people’s lives. We are listed on Nasdaq, Euronext Amsterdam and IBEX 35 and are members of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. Operating in more than 15 countries, we employ over 24,000 professionals worldwide across Highways, Airports, Construction and Energy.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact – shape the future of infrastructure worldwide with challenging roles that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence – work alongside talented professionals in a supportive environment.
• Inclusive culture – celebrate uniqueness and turn differences into innovation.
• Career growth – benefit from global and cross‑business mobility and structured development programs.
• Compelling benefits and wellbeing – comprehensive packages that reward hard work and support physical and mental health.
• Productivity tools – use cutting‑edge solutions such as Microsoft Copilot to boost efficiency.

Graduate Quality Engineer 2026

Ferrovial Construction UK&I, the UK‑based arm of the Ferrovial Group, is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in terms of capital invested. With a presence across 15 countries and over 60 years’ experience, we design and construct high‑profile transport projects in the UK and Ireland, delivering complex major projects with cost‑effective, value‑added solutions.

The Role

As a Graduate Quality Engineer, you will support day‑to‑day activities on major UK infrastructure projects within Ferrovial’s two‑year graduate development programme. You will work under the supervision of Quality Managers and contribute to quality and safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to the achievement of Health and Safety in accordance with company policy and ensure Quality standards on our projects are upheld.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in writing and reviewing quality documentation, including Quality Management Plans and Inspection and Test Plans.
• Support the development of briefing and communication strategies to ensure quality plans are understood and implemented by all employees and subcontractors.
• Assist in monitoring compliance of construction works on site and relevant documentation in accordance with Works Information, Ferrovial standards and relevant Technical Standards.
• Assist in carrying out reports for the senior Quality team and support the Project Quality Manager with investigations and audits.
• Provide guidance on quality requirements and best practice, promoting continuous improvement and innovation across the site team and the business.
• Promote Ferrovial Construction UK’s vision and values, taking ownership of assigned work.
• Adhere to safe working practice regulations on‑site and support Environmental and Sustainability policies and procedures.

Location

Aylesbury

Skills & Competence

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact at a variety of levels.
• Excellent written and oral English language skills.
• Degree or Masters (all disciplines considered).
• Right to work in the UK by the start of employment.
• Motivated to learn and add value to the team and the Graduate Programme.
• Analytical thinker who enjoys problem solving and can work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach to working and learning.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of the industry.
• Familiarity with all Microsoft packages.
• Technical Knowledge (Civil, Mechanical and/or Electrical).

Interpersonal Skills

• Logical thinker with a willingness to learn.
• Resilient and flexible approach to working.
• Results‑driven with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Quality experience and CSCS Card.

Essential

• Right to work in the UK by the start of employment and throughout the entirety of the graduate programme.

What We Offer

• 2‑year development programme.
• Exposure to a diverse range of engineering disciplines.
• Collaborate with contractors and subcontractors to develop effective partnerships.
• Attend a variety of blended training to develop technical, professional and behavioural skills.
• Support to become chartered with internal and external guidance.
• Assign to a project or a small “Package” to manage quality assurance requirements from start to finish.
• Gain an understanding of Ferrovial Construction from a global perspective, with mobility opportunities.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer and treats all applications fairly, regardless of protected characteristics or status.