Graduate Site Engineer

JN Bentley; Reading; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Health cash plan

Exclusive high street discounts

Flexible pension contributions

Early Career Professionals network

Internal Development Scheme

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley in Reading is recruiting a graduate Civil Engineer to join the Thames Water framework. You will assist in the set-up, construction, commissioning and handover of projects and gain hands-on experience on site.

The role starts Summer 2027 and offers a comprehensive Early Careers Development Programme with a benefits package, travel across your region, and opportunities to work closely with survey teams, planners and design teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Understand civil engineering principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• A valid driving licence is essential.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to sites across your operational region.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the set-up, construction, commissioning and handover of projects.
• Setting out line & level of structures and pipework using surveying equipment.
• Carry out quality assurance and complete ITRs per procedures.
• Assist the Site Manager with RAMS, permits to work and toolbox talks.
• Assist the Site Manager with day-to-day running of the site including requisition of materials and plant.
• Assist the Site Manager with programming and planning.
• Assist the Site Manager and QS with cost forecasting.
• Liaise with designers, support teams, supply chains & client.
• Produce as-built surveys and records.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Driving licence

Willingness to travel

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Overview

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth.

Overview

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott MacDonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth. This role is working for our Thames Water framework, so travel around their region is required.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the set-up, construction, commissioning and handover of projects
• Setting out line & level of structures and pipework in line with construction drawings using a variety of surveying equipment (GPS, total station, dumpy Level, pipe laser)
• Carrying out the required quality assurance and completing ITR's (Inspection and Test Records) in line with company procedures.
• Assist the Site Manager with writing RAMS, issuing permits to work, delivering toolbox talks, start safe briefings and supervising safety, health & environment on site in line with company standards and procedures.
• Assist the Site Manager with day-to-day running of the site including requisition of materials and plant and processing of delivery tickets
• Assist the Site Manager with programming & planning.
• Assist the Site Manager and QS with cost forecasting.
• Liaise with designers, support teams, supply chains & client
• Producing as-built surveys and records

What You’ll Need

• Graduated or due to graduate from university with a degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• Understand civil engineering principles and practices.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• A valid driving license is essential
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to sites across your operational region

What’s In It For You

In addition to our bespoke Early Careers Development Programme designed to accelerate your growth, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing inside and outside the workplace.

• 26 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional days
• Health cash plan to help manage everyday medical costs
• Exclusive high street discounts across retailers and gyms
• Flexible pension contributions up to 5% employee 10% employer
• Access to our Early Career Professionals network
• Internal Development Scheme to support and guide you through your journey to becoming Chartered
• Tools and resources to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing

Here, you’ll build a career with purpose—on projects that make a real difference. And you’ll be part of a team that invests in your future. This role is to start Summer 2027.