Placement Civil Engineer

JN Bentley; Newport; Sur place; GBP 18 000 - 21 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

26 days annual leave

Early Career Professionals network

Résumé du poste

Mott MacDonald Bentley invites a motivated undergraduate in Civil Engineering to join a 12‑month placement across design and construction teams. You’ll gain exposure to live projects that benefit communities and travel within the Thames Water framework.

You’ll work on real projects, learn from professionals, and contribute to planning, design, and site activities. Start is Summer 2027, with mentorship and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a full-time undergraduate student in Civil Engineering.
• Basic understanding of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driving license and access to a car.
• Willingness to travel to sites within your region.

Responsabilités

• Assist in planning, design, construction, commissioning, handover and completion of projects.
• Assist the Project Leader (Designer) with design drawings and documentation.
• Assist Site Engineer with setting out and surveying using GPS, total station, dumpy level and pipe lasers.
• Assist with QA and ITRs according to procedures.
• Support safety, health and environment on site and day-to-day site operations.
• Liaise with designers, support teams and supply chains while on site.
• Assist producing as-built surveys and completion documentation.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Formation

Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering

Description du poste

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 Thames 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 pipework in line with construction drawings using 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.