Graduate Site Engineer - 2026 - Peterborough

Skanska UK Plc; Crowland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Graduate Site Engineer for a two-year development program starting in September 2026 in Peterborough. This is a hands-on role offering experience in managing civil engineering projects, collaborating on technical challenges, and contributing to site operations. The ideal candidate is a final-year or recent civil/mechanical engineering graduate, eager to learn and develop professionally, including obtaining relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Support for professional accreditation

Regular professional and social events

Employee wellbeing support

Access to employee networks

Qualifications

• Final-year student or recent graduate in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.
• Enthusiastic learner dedicated to personal and professional development.
• Driving licence or willingness to obtain within the first year.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day site management.
• 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.

Skills

Site-based engineering interest

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Graduate Site Engineer – 2026 Development Programme – Peterborough

We’re excited to open applications for our 2026 Graduate Programme, starting in September. This is your opportunity to build a meaningful career where your work contributes to healthier, greener, and more inclusive places for people to thrive.

Over two years, you’ll gain hands‑on experience, structured learning and the support of mentors who care about your growth. You’ll develop the technical and interpersonal skills to help you succeed and make a lasting impact.

We are looking for a Graduate Site Engineer to join our Infrastructure @one Alliance team in Peterborough to support the planning, coordination, and execution of civil, mechanical, or electrical works on water and wastewater sites. This is a hands‑on, site‑based role offering exposure to major infrastructure projects, cutting‑edge technologies and the chance to build a meaningful career.

What you’ll do:

• 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

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Final‑year student or recent graduate with in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (or relevant discipline).
• Strong interest in site‑based engineering and infrastructure delivery.
• Strong interest in innovation, sustainability, and positive societal impact, demonstrated through collaborative teamwork and proactive problem‑solving.
• Enthusiastic learner dedicated to personal and professional development, with a willingness to work towards professional qualifications or chartered status.
• This role requires visits to sites across the UK, particularly in East Anglia. As such, we would expect you to have a driving licence or work towards obtaining one within your first year of working with us.

What we offer:

• You will join a community of 100+ graduates and apprentices, with opportunities to build networks and collaborate across the business.
• Support and guidance from experienced leaders and teams, plus development pathways to help you achieve professional accreditation — we cover membership expenses for the professional body of your choice.
• Regular professional and social events.
• Opportunities to volunteer at least one day per year.
• Access to our employee networks including Women’s, Ability, Pride, O.N.E (Origins Nationality Ethnicity), Military, and Mental Health & Wellbeing.
• My Rewards discounts and cycle to work scheme to support a healthy work‑life balance where possible.
• You would be joining a mental‑health‑aware organisation and will have access to wellbeing support through our employee assistance programme, mental health ambassador network and wellbeing conversations.

Programme start date: September 2026.

Interviews: The Assessment Centre for this role will take place in person on Wednesday 3 rd December 2025.

Equal opportunities

We value diversity and strive to create inclusive teams — we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and protected characteristics and believe different perspectives make us stronger.

Flexible working and reasonable adjustments

Please ask about flexibility at interview and we will explore what is possible for the role. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail] so we can support you.

More information about the role

Please note this advert may not include every assigned duty or responsibility and may be amended at Skanska’s discretion, including the closing date; if you have questions contact [e-mail].