Placement Civil Engineer

JN Bentley; Exeter; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave pro rata

Mentorship and guidance from pros

Early Career Professionals network

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley is offering a 12-month placement across design and construction teams within the South West Water framework. You will gain exposure to live projects, work on design documentation, and assist on-site activities while travelling within the region.

Ideal candidates are undergraduates in Civil Engineering with strong communication and teamwork skills, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment. The role starts Summer 2027 and includes mentorship opportunities.

Qualifications

• You must be studying a full-time undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering.
• Have a basic understanding of 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 and use of a car is essential.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to sites across your operational region.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, design, construction, commissioning, handover and completion of projects.
• Assist the Project Leader (Designer) with preparation of design, technical drawings and documentation.
• Assist the Site Engineer with setting out structures and pipework in line with drawings using surveying equipment.
• Assist the Site Engineer with quality assurance and completing ITRs as per procedures.
• Assist the Site Manager and Site Engineer with supervising safety, health and environment on site.
• Assist with day-to-day site running including materials and plant requisition and delivery tickets.
• Liaise with designers, support teams and supply chains.
• Assist with producing as-built surveys and records.
• Assist with compiling completion documentation in line with client processes.

Skills

Civil Engineering basics

Communication

Teamwork

Travel willingness

Driving licence

Education

Full-time undergrad in Civil Engineering

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.

About The Role

Our placements last for 12 months, working across both design and construction teams, to offer the broadest exposure to the industry, working on real-world projects that make a difference in communities. It’s a great chance to get involved with live projects while gaining experience relevant to your degree. This role is working within our South West Water framework, so travel around their region is required.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in the planning, design, construction, commissioning, handover and completion of projects
• Assist the Project Leader (Designer) with preparation of design, technical drawings and other documentation in line with company processes, procedures and contract requirements.
• Assist the Site Engineer with setting out line & level of structures and pipeworkin line with construction drawingsusing a variety of surveying equipment (GPS, total station, dumpy Level, pipe laser)
• Assist the Site Engineer with carrying out the required quality assurance and completing ITR's (Inspection and test records) in line with company procedures.
• Assist the Site Manager & Site Engineer with supervising safety, health & environment on site in line with company standards and procedures.
• Assist the Site Manager & Site Engineer with day-to-day running of the site including requisition of materials and plant and processing of delivery tickets
• Liaise with designers, support teams and supply chains
• Assist the Site Engineer with producing as-built surveys and records.
• Assist the Project Leader (Designer) with compiling completion documentation in line with the client completion process.

What You’ll Need

• You must be studying a full-time undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering.
• Have a basic understanding of 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 and use of a car is essential
• Willingness and flexibility to travel to sites across your operational region

What’s In It For You

• Gain practical experience in your chosen role
• Work on projects that have a positive impact on the community
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
• 26 days annual leave (pro rata for the duration of your placement)
• Access to our Early Career Professionals network

Plus, if you have a successful placement year you could be offered a permanent role for when you finish your studies, as well as the potential for funding support towards your final academic year.

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.