Graduate Site Engineer

MWH Treatment; Gilson; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Design and Build Contractor in the UK is seeking a Graduate Engineer to support site management, coordinate subcontractors, and assist in interpreting engineering drawings. Ideal candidates are recent graduates in Civil or Mechanical Engineering with strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills. This role offers competitive benefits, including a structured three-year graduate program and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Private medical insurance

Gym memberships

Employee Assistance Scheme

Qualifications

• Recent or upcoming graduate in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Willingness to travel to various project sites across the Region.
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards it).

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day site management.
• Support setting out, surveying, and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Coordinate subcontractors, plant, and materials on site.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Flexibility

Self-motivated

Education

Graduate in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Working within the XXX team you will be an integral part of the delivery of many projects by providing assistance in the following;

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day site management, ensuring safe and efficient operations
• Support setting out, surveying, and interpreting engineering drawings
• Coordinate subcontractors, plant, and materials on site
• Monitor progress, quality, and health & safety compliance
• Assist with environmental management and sustainability targets
• Work closely with Project Managers and Senior Engineers to solve technical challenges
• Contribute to project reporting and stakeholder communication

Qualifications

• A recent or upcoming graduate in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline
• Strong interest in site-based engineering and infrastructure delivery
• Excellent problem‑solving, teamwork, and communication skills
• Willingness to travel to various project sites across the Region
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards it)
• Flexibility – willingness to spend time in other offices and sites
• Great written and verbal communication skills
• Self‑motivated attitude – it’s your career!
• A team player

Why Choose MWH?

It’s your career – let’s shape it together! We pride ourselves on putting people first with an inclusive and rewarding culture where success is recognised. MWH Treatment, part of the RSK group, is preparing to play its part as one of the UK’s leading Design and Build Contractors in the Water Industry. We specialise in creating and providing practical, sustainable outcomes, pioneering solutions that improve UK water quality and meet other sector challenges. Our collaborative environment offers freedom to develop and grow to full potential, encouraging creative thinking and diversity of talent. As a signatory to the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant and supporter of initiatives like Mates in Mind, we live these values daily.

Graduate Programme

• A committed and structured three‑year Graduate Programme.
• Mentorship dedicated to you to support your career.
• A structured training plan.
• UK‑wide program with opportunities to network with peers.
• An opportunity to rotate in both design and build (hands‑on site experience).
• Practical, on‑the‑job training within your team of industry experts.

Benefits

• A competitive starting salary.
• Six monthly salary increases, rewarding your commitment to development and training.
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy).
• Hybrid working options.
• Competitive and flexible contribution pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Gym memberships.
• Technology salary sacrifice scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Scheme – free mental health support and financial advice.
• Sports and social club membership.
• Additional benefits such as car allowance, life assurance, health insurance, discounts and savings hubs and Kids Passes.